Mentoring and College Readiness at High School of Economics & Finance Overview: One of the longest-running New York City School mentoring partnerships, established in 1986. This program provides…
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.
What grants for education are open right now?
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 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 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)…
Mercer Vu Farms/ Ron and Judy Hissong Scholarship for Agriculture Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025…
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…
Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Innovation Awards Funder: Merck Animal Health in partnership with American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Purpose: Recognize graduating seniors at…
Mercy Hospital Nursing Alumnae Scholarship Funder: Bunting Family Foundation Award Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Maryland Eligibility - Target: Baccalaureate nursing students in Maryland -…
Mercy Medical Center Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Mercy Medical Center Auxiliary…
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…
Mercyhealth Ethnic Minority Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercyhealth Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The Mercyhealth Ethnic Minority Nursing Scholarship…
Mercyhealth Harvard Medical Staff Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercyhealth Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The Mercyhealth Harvard Medical Staff Scholarship…
Mercyhealth Janesville Medical Staff Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercyhealth Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The Mercyhealth Janesville Medical Staff…
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 Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Meriden Foundation Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Meriden Foundation, established in 1932, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive…
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…
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…
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:…
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 -…
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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