Grants for Education

Last updated June 29, 2026

There are currently 15,363 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.

15,363 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

Average of $30,000 per year
COTTAGE GROVE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mentoring Programs Grants Overview: The Cottage Grove Community Foundation provides an average of $30,000 annually for mentoring programs to assist at-risk students in the South Lane School District.…

MERANCAS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Merancas Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Merancas Foundation Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The Merancas Foundation, established in 1989, is a private foundation based in Charlotte,…

Mercer County Civic Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mercer County Civic Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercer County Civic Foundation Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Mercer County Civic Foundation Grant supports local 501(c)(3)…

AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Merck Animal Health Scholarship Funder: Merck Animal Health in partnership with American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Award Amount: $5,000 per recipient Purpose: Support exceptional…

AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Innovation Awards Funder: Merck Animal Health in partnership with American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Purpose: Recognize graduating seniors at…

MARYLAND NURSES ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mercy Hospital Nursing Alumnae Scholarship Funder: Bunting Family Foundation Award Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Maryland Eligibility - Target: Baccalaureate nursing students in Maryland -…

Mercyhealth · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mercyhealth Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercyhealth Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The Mercyhealth Community Scholarship offers seven $2,000…

THE MERICE BOO JOHNSTON GRIGSBY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Merice "Boo" Johnson Grigsby Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Boo Grigsby Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Boo Grigsby Foundation,…

Meriden Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Meriden Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Meriden Foundation Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Meriden Foundation, established in 1932, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive…

AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION LOCAL 241 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Merit Recognition Scholarship Program Funder: Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Award Amount: One-time $1,000 award Geographic Scope: Illinois residents only Eligibility: - Illinois high…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Merit Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the North State Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the North State The Community…

$1,000 - $2,000
SERVICE LEAGUE OF HICKORY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Merit Scholarship Awards Funder: Service League of Hickory, Inc. Geographic Scope: Catawba County Public Schools, North Carolina Award Amount: One-time awards of $1,000 - $2,000 Program Background:…

FRIENDS OF WOODSTOCK SCHOOL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Merit Scholarships Overview: Students must demonstrate meritorious achievement in academic work, the arts, leadership, or in service activities. Focus Areas: - Academic work - The arts - Leadership -…

$13,000 - $18,000 per year
MOUNT MARTY UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Merit Scholarships Purpose: Automatic merit-based scholarships for admitted students. Award Amount: $13,000 - $18,000 per year Geographic Scope: Mount Marty University (Yankton and Watertown…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal grants are available for schools?

Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.

Can individual teachers apply for grants?

Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.

Are there grants for education technology?

Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.

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