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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NEW FUTURES · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

New Futures Scholars Program Organization: New Futures (Washington, DC) Overview: New Futures propels underserved young adults in the Washington, D.C. region toward rewarding, sustainable careers by…

BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Generation of Nurses Fund Overview: Baptist Health Foundation, in partnership with Baptist Health Inc., established the New Generation of Nurses (NGN) Fund to address Alabama's critical nursing…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Glarus Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The New Glarus Community Foundation Grant supports…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Glarus Excellence in Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The New Glarus Excellence in Education…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Harmony Alumni Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The New Harmony Alumni Scholarship,…

The New Haven Scholarship Fund (NHSF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Haven Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The New Haven Scholarship Fund (NHSF) Amount: US $200 - US $2,900 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The New Haven Scholarship Fund offers…

BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About New Horizons Grants The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation recognizes the need to foster innovation as means of improving health and wellbeing in Louisiana. Through…

$55 million allocation (2025-2026 round)
FORWARD COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) Program Administrating Organization: Forward Community Investments (FCI) Funding Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury Community Development Financial Institutions…

New Mexico Childrens Foundation · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

New Mexico Children's Foundation Annual Grant Program Overview: New Mexico Children's Foundation provides annual grants to small, community-based nonprofit organizations serving children in New…

Up to tuition and fees (when combined with other State aid)
NEW MEXICO JUNIOR COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship Status: Active state-administered program Geographic Scope: New Mexico residents Overview: Students who do not qualify for the Legislative Lottery Scholarship may…

UNITED WAY OF MOWER COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Program Application Overview: New programs or programs not currently funded by UWMC must submit a preliminary application as the first step in UWMC's Community Investment process. Purpose:…

EDUCATION FORWARD DC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Start Grant Funder: Education Forward DC Geographic Scope: Washington, DC Program Status: Active annual program launched in March 2019 Overview: Education Forward DC supports leaders opening new…

NEW ULM AREA FOUNDATION INC · August 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

New Ulm Area Foundation General Grants Geographic Scope: Communities within the geographic boundaries of Independent School District (ISD) 88 in Minnesota Focus Areas (Four Pillars): - Arts: Promote…

NEW ULM AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Ulm Area Foundation Scholarship (General) Overview: This scholarship originated from the former Dollars for Scholars program and is awarded annually to students from the four high schools within…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

New World Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The New World Fund Scholarship, established by the Berkshire…

NEW YANKEE STADIUM COMMUNITY BENEFITS FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund, Inc. ("Fund") is a not- for-profit organized under and operating pursuant to the laws of the state of New York. It came into…

NEW YANKEE STADIUM COMMUNITY BENEFITS FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund, Inc. ("Fund") is a not- for-profit organized under and operating pursuant to the laws of the state of New York. It came into…

THE NEW YORK BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

New York Bar Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York Bar Foundation Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The New York Bar Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance access to…

THE FORD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

New York City Good Neighbor Committee Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ford Foundation Amount: US $30,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The New York City Good Neighbor Committee…

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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