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
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US $50,000 - US $1,000,000
CA Natural Resources Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Museum Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: CA Natural Resources Agency Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: April 14, 2025 Summary The Museum Grant Program, established under California…

BAND OF ANGELS CORP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Music Camp Scholarship Overview: Band of Angels provides tuition assistance to help students attend summer music camps of their choice. Geographic Scope: United States (Kansas-based organization)…

THE BOCH FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Music Drives Us Performance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boch Family Foundation dba Music Drives Us Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2025 Summary The Music Drives Us Performance Grant…

Up to $6,000 per year
MOUNT MARTY UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Music Scholarships Purpose: For students interested in music at Mount Marty University. Award Amount: Up to $6,000 per year Geographic Scope: Mount Marty University (Yankton and Watertown campuses,…

GATES PHILANTHROPY PARTNERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Must-Solve Problems Fund Overview: An unrestricted fund through Gates Philanthropy Partners that works towards solving complex, urgent problems requiring resources, partnership, and expertise. Focus…

MutualOne Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MutualOne Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mutualone Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The MutualOne Charitable Foundation,…

$68,640 PLN (approximately $81,791 PLN total project value)
POLISH SUPPLEMENTARY SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Muzyka Uczy, Bawi i Łączy (Music Teaches, Entertains and Connects) Project Type: Educational music workshop program with grant funding Funding Year: 2021 Grantor: Kancelaria Prezesa Rady Ministrów…

Marthas Vineyard Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

MVCF Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marthas Vineyard Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The MVCF Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for adult…

Varies by award (50 scholarships totaling $400,000 awarded in 2024; 103 scholarships funded to date through Freeport LNG pledge of $1 million)
HOUSTON HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

My Brother's Keeper Houston Scholarships Program Description: The Houston Health Foundation, in partnership with the Houston Health Department's Bureau of Youth & Adolescent Health (BYAH) and the My…

COMMITTEE FOR EXCELLENCE IN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

My First Book Club Organization: Fauquier Education Foundation in partnership with Learning Starts Early (LSE) and Fauquier Reaches for Excellence in School Health (FRESH) Program Overview: A…

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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