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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Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Metamorphosis Award Status: PAUSED - This program is currently paused until further notice. Geographic Scope: Brownsburg Community Schools, Brownsburg, IN Overview: The Metamorphosis Award program…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

METCO Supplemental Special Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The METCO Supplemental Special…

METROWEST WOMEN'S FUND INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

Metrowest Women's Fund General Grant Program Mission: The Metrowest Women's Fund identifies the needs of women and girls in Metrowest and raises resources to meet those needs. Geographic Scope:…

BROOKLINE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Metzger Fellowship Geographic Scope: Brookline Public Schools, Brookline, MA Eligibility: Brookline educators Note: Limited information available in provided materials. The Metzger Fellowship is…

CONSEJO DE FEDERACIONES MEXICANAS EN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mexican-American Dream Scholarship (MADS) Organization: Council of Mexican Federations in North America (COFEM) Background: Since 2008, COFEM and its affiliated federations, along with sponsoring…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Meyer Family Positive Outcomes Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Meyer Family Positive…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MADISON AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Meyers-Hoefling Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary Overview In 2025, the Community Foundation of…

MY FUTURE PATHWAYS INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

MFP Ron Davis Scholarship Eligibility Requirements: - Must be an Eagle County Schools Graduate - Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA - First generation student - Must demonstrate financial need - Academic…

MONTANA GRAIN GROWERS ASSOCIATION · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

MGGA Scholarship Program - $1,000 Level Funder: Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) Geographic Scope: Montana Award Amount: $1,000 per student Focus Areas: Post-secondary education for students…

MONTANA GRAIN GROWERS ASSOCIATION · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

MGGA Scholarship Program - $500 Level Funder: Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) Geographic Scope: Montana Award Amount: $500 per student Focus Areas: Post-secondary education for students…

MGM RESORTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

MGM Resorts Foundation Community Grant Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: MGM Resorts Foundation Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The MGM Resorts Foundation Community Grant Fund supports nonprofit…

At least $1,000
NO STOMACH FOR CANCER INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mhari Saito Scholarship Funder: No Stomach For Cancer Inc Status: Now accepting applications Purpose: Support research and unite the caring power of people worldwide affected by stomach cancer. The…

Minnesota Humanities Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

MHC Arts and Music Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Humanities Center Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The MHC Arts and Music Education Grant provides vital…

University of Maryland · Rolling / Open Foundation

MHEC 2+2 Transfer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Maryland Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The MHEC 2+2 Transfer Scholarship supports Maryland…

US $4,000 - US $55,000
MARTHA HOLDEN JENNINGS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

MHJF Open Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Amount: US $4,000 - US $55,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The Martha Holden Jennings Foundation's MHJF Open…

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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