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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GRITMAN MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Midge Presol Medical Scholarship Funder: Gritman Medical Center Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Latah, Nez Perce, Whitman, and Asotin counties Focus Areas: Health care field education including…

MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Midland Area Youth Action Council Educator Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary Overview Note: The Midland…

MIDLANDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Midlands Community Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midlands Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Midlands Community Foundation…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Midori Yamanouchi, Ph.D. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Midori Yamanouchi, Ph.D. The next…

$5,000 - $20,000
INSURANCE INDUSTRY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Midwest Division Grants Funder: Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) Midwest Division Geographic Scope: Midwestern United States Background: As the founding division of IICF, the Midwest…

$11,000 total (2023 program)
MIDWEST ELECTRIC INC · February 17, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Midwest Electric Scholarships Overview: Scholarship programs offered by Midwest Electric to support high school seniors pursuing higher education. Award Amount: $11,000 total distributed across two…

Costume Society of America · Rolling / Open Foundation

Midwest Region Student Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Costume Society of America Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary Overview About The Costume Society of America…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mielke Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Mielke Family Foundation Grant…

$5,000 - $15,000
MIELLE CARES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mielle Cares Scholarship Program Name: 2025 Mielle Cares Scholarship - "We Got Next!" Award Amounts: - $15,000 (multiple awards) - $10,000 (multiple awards) - $5,000 (multiple awards) Purpose:…

GEORGE H & JANE A MIFFLIN MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George H & Jane A Mifflin Memorial Fund Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in…

Mesa Public Schools Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mighty Grant Amount: $1,500 Organization: Mesa Public Schools Foundation (MPSF) Geographic Scope: Mesa Public Schools district, Arizona Status: Applications currently closed for 2025. Next grant…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR SOUTHEAST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Miguel Cabrera Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Miguel Cabrera Family…

POSNER CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

MIIS Partnership Scholarship Overview: Partnership between Posner Center and Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) that provides guaranteed scholarships for eligible community members.…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mike & Chantelle Albiani Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary Overview About The EGRSF The Elk…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mike and Betty Ben Paddling Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Mike and Betty Ben Paddling Scholarship Fund,…

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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