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.

15,931 grants
Foundation
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US $10,000 - US $50,000
MILLSTONE FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Millstone Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Millstone Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Millstone Fund aims to foster a vibrant, equitable community in…

BLACK HILLS STOCK SHOW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Milo Rypkema Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: $6,000 per recipient Number of Awards: 1 scholarship annually Payment Structure: Three payments of $2,000 each over three years Eligibility: - High…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milton & Leona Lindell Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Overview South Dakota Community Foundation As a statewide…

OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Milton A. Jewell Trade and Technical Scholarship Funder: Outer Banks Community Foundation / Milton A. Jewell Scholarship Fund Partner Institution: College of the Albemarle (COA) Workforce Development…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milton and Ruby McClendon Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milton Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Milton Community Fund Grant, established in 1996, supports…

MILTON-FREEWATER AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Community Grant…

MILTON-FREEWATER AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Milton-Freewater Area Foundation Scholarship…

SANFORD HEALTH FOUNDATION NORTH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mimi Diffley Memorial Employee Scholarship Overview: A scholarship program honoring the legacy of Mimi Diffley, a dedicated nurse at Sanford Bemidji who passed away in 2007 after a six-year battle…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mina Larson and Mandas S. Mulrain Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Mina Larson and Mandas S. Mulrain…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mina Powell Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Mina Powell Scholarship, offered by the Ashland County Community…

MINCHEN-BEVILLE FOUNDATION XXXXX5005 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minchen-Beville Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minchen-Beville Foundation Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Minchen-Beville Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in…

WINCHESTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mindy J. Loy Future Educator Scholarship Funder: Winchester Education Foundation Inc (VA, US) Funding Source: Trust established by the late Mindy J. Loy, John Handley Class of 1974 Geographic Scope:…

WINCHESTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mindy J. Loy Vocational-Technical Scholarship Funder: Winchester Education Foundation Inc (VA, US) Funding Source: Trust established by the late Mindy J. Loy, John Handley Class of 1974 Geographic…

Mineral County Community Foundation (MCCF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mineral County Community Foundation (MCCF) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mineral County Community Foundation (MCCF) Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mineral Point Community Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Mineral Point Community Endowment Fund…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mineral Point Excellence in Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Mineral Point Excellence in…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minerva "Tommy" Morgan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The Minerva "Tommy" Morgan Scholarship, offered by Montana State…

Up to $3,000
HUMANITIES IOWA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Mini Grant Funder: Humanities Iowa Geographic Scope: Iowa Status: Currently open for FY2026 Overview A mini grant is for organizations seeking funding for amounts up to $3,000. Applications are…

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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