Grants for Education

Last updated June 27, 2026

There are currently 15,365 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neil Tepper Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Neil Tepper Scholarship Fund, established in 2012, aims to support…

GEORGE W NEILSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neilson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George W. Neilson Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The George W. Neilson Foundation, established in 1962, supports community projects in…

Multi-year funding (amount not specified)
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hosp Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEK Prosper Healthy Cents Fund Status: Announced January 2020; current application status unknown Geographic Scope: NVRH service area (Caledonia and Southern Essex counties, Vermont) Funding Source:…

NELLIE MAE EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nellie Mae Event Sponsorship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nellie Mae Education Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Nellie Mae Event Sponsorship Fund…

NELLIE RUST BO CHARITIES XXXXX5001 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nellie Rust Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nellie Rust Trust Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Nellie Rust Trust Grant supports youth development and health services in Boulder,…

CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nelson County Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charlottesville Area Community Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Nelson County Community Fund (NCCF) supports charitable…

GRACE S AND W LINTON NELSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nelson Foundation: Change Champions Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grace S & W Linton Nelson Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Nelson…

Nemaha County STEP Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nemaha County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nemaha County STEP Foundation Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Nemaha County STEP Foundation aims to enhance life quality in Nemaha County by…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nemo Herrera Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Nemo Herrera Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neng & Bao Xiong Volvo Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Neng & Bao Xiong Volvo Scholarship,…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEPA Invitational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Scranton Area Community Foundation For over 70 years, the…

NESHOLM FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nesholm Family Foundation Grant - Performing Arts Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nesholm Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The Nesholm Family Foundation Grant…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

NetJets Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary Overview NetJets Scholarship NetJets is the leader in private…

$1,500 per semester
BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Network Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provides critical financial assistance to Hope Ignites collegians to help them complete higher education with minimal debt. Geographic Scope: Serves Hope Ignites…

Up to $9,810 per student
EDUCATION FUND OF NORTHERN NEVADA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nevada Choice Scholarship Overview: The Nevada Choice Scholarship was created by the Nevada legislature in 2015 through Nevada Assembly Bill 165 (AB165). It allows corporations doing business in…

OPPORTUNITY 180 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nevada Facilities Fund Funder: Opportunity 180 Geographic Scope: Nevada Overview: Referenced on Opportunity 180's website as a funding program, but specific details about this fund are not provided…

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nevada Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program (NV) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2025…

Up to three years of registration fees and mandatory fees
TRUCKEE MEADOWS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Nevada Promise Scholarship Overview: A unique scholarship established by the Nevada Legislature for Nevada high school graduates to attend community college. Functions as a last-dollar scholarship…

State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nevada Public Broadcasting Stations (PBS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Nevada Public Broadcasting Stations Grant,…

Nevada State Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nevada State Bank Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nevada State Bank Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Nevada State Bank Grant supports community development initiatives aimed at benefiting low…

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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