Grants for Education

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.

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GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melissa Skiera Myers Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Melissa Skiera Myers Scholarship, managed by the Grand…

INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mellon Fellowship in the Humanities Administered by: Institute for Citizens & Scholars (funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation) Purpose: Support graduate studies in the humanities, enabling…

Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard University Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program at Harvard College fosters…

Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The Melrose Cooperative Bank…

Melvin & Elaine Wolf Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _If you are reaching out as a first time applicant, please be advised that we currently have a 3 year wait list and are unfortunately unable to collaborate with new applicants at this time.…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melvin & Lena Oneto Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Melvin & Lena Oneto Scholarship,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melvin Arthur Peters Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Melvin Arthur Peters Memorial…

$2,500 per scholarship (10 scholarships awarded - 2 per division)
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DEPT OF MINNES · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Member Loyalty Scholarship Funder: American Legion Auxiliary Department of Minnesota Award Amount: $2,500 each; 10 scholarships awarded (2 scholarships per division) Geographic Scope: Five divisions…

MEMBERS 1ST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Members 1st Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Members 1 St Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Members 1st Charitable Foundation…

$10,000 total ($2,500 per recipient)
CREDIT UNIONS CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Members First Scholarships Status: Application period has ended; applications currently being reviewed as of 2026-04-03 Geographic Scope: Michigan Background: Founded as a teachers' credit union,…

PINEBELT FOUNDATION · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Members Helping Members Funder: Pinebelt Foundation (Southern Pine Electric Coop) Geographic Scope: 11-county service area including Copiah, Covington, Forrest, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence,…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Community Health, Inc. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Memorial Community Health, Inc.…

MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Foundation for Children Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Memorial Foundation for Children Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Memorial Foundation for Children Grant Program aims…

MEMORIAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Memorial Foundation Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Memorial Foundation, established in 1994, aims to enhance community quality of life by…

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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