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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michael Vyrostek Musicians Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Michael Vyrostek Musicians Fund,…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund The Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund is in memory of the late Michele L. Hart. Hart’s sister, Rebecca “Becky,” established the Fund to support those areas close to…

TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Micheline & Bourjois Abboud Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Micheline & Bourjois Abboud…

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michelle Hawley TEACH THE CHILDREN Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships are…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Michelle Johnson-Anderson Memorial Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Chautauqua County/local area Focus Areas: Nursing education Eligibility: - Students pursuing nursing education -…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michelle S. Hedrick Teacher Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Michelle S. Hedrick Teacher Scholarship,…

THE MICHELSON 20MM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michelson Spark Grants - Open Educational Resources (OER) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michelson 20MM Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Michelson Spark Grants…

THE MICHELSON 20MM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michelson Spark Grants: Student Basic Needs Funding Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michelson 20MM Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Michelson Spark Grants…

May lower cost of college by thousands of dollars per year
DELTA COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Michigan Achievement Scholarship Overview: The Michigan Achievement scholarship provides funding for Michigan high school graduates. This new scholarship may significantly lower the cost of college.…

$2,000 - $5,500 per year
GLEN OAKS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Michigan Achievement Scholarship Funder: State of Michigan Geographic Scope: Michigan public and private institutions; available to Michigan high school graduates Award Purpose: Provides significant…

Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The…

Western Michigan University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Competitive Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western Michigan University Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Summary The Michigan Competitive Scholarship…

GLEN OAKS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Corrections Officer Grant Program Funder: State of Michigan Geographic Scope: Michigan Department of Corrections employees at participating Michigan community colleges Award Purpose:…

GREATER LANSING AREA CLEAN CITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Diesel Emission Reduction Program Grants Funder: Michigan Clean Cities Coalition Focus Area: School bus replacement Award Amount: $25,000 to $1,153,000 Geographic Scope: Michigan Overview…

MICHIGAN GATEWAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Gateway Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Michigan Gateway Community Foundation Grant…

Full tuition at Cleary University
LAKE TRUST CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Michigan Impact Scholarship Funder: Lake Trust Foundation, in partnership with Cleary University Geographic Scope: Michigan Program Status: Open for applications January 12 - April 12, 2026 Overview…

Full tuition at Cleary University
CREDIT UNIONS CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · Closed · Annual Foundation

Michigan Impact Scholarship Funder: Lake Trust Foundation in partnership with Cleary University Status: Applications open January 12 – April 12, 2026 Geographic Scope: Michigan Overview: The Michigan…

GLEN OAKS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Reconnect Program Funder: State of Michigan Geographic Scope: Michigan residents only Award Purpose: Helps eligible adults pursue associate or technical degrees and skills certifications.…

DELTA COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Michigan Reconnect Scholarship Overview: The Michigan Reconnect scholarship provides tuition-free access to community college for eligible adult learners seeking to advance their education.…

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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