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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DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

My Spark Overview: My Spark provides funding to support innovative projects, classroom needs, and school-based initiatives across Denver Public Schools. Geographic Scope: Denver Public Schools,…

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

MyCredits Transfer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $183,300 Last Updated: August 06, 2025 Summary The MyCredits Transfer…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

MyPath - Goldberg Scholarship Fund for MVCAP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Leadership. Collaboration.…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
MYRA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Myra Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Myra Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Myra Foundation, established in 1941, is North Dakota's first…

Wells Fargo Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Myra Fox Skelton Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wells Fargo Foundation Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Myra Fox Skelton Foundation Grant supports…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Myra P. Whalen Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Myra P. Whalen Scholarship, offered by the Kalamazoo Community…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Myron and Patsy Pattison Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Myron and Patsy Pattison Scholarship supports…

MYRTLE E & WM G HESS CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Myrtle And William Hess Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Myrtle And William Hess Charitable Trust Last Updated: June 05, 2025 Summary The Myrtle And William Hess Charitable Trust Grant…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mystery Donor Vocational Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Mystery Donor Vocational Scholarship Fund,…

FIRST COMMERCE CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MyWay Scholarship Funder: First Commerce Credit Union Status: Active (most recent award 2024) Geographic Scope: North Florida and South Georgia service areas (specifically mentions Tallahassee, FL…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

N. Joe & Alice Rahall Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The N. Joe & Alice Rahall Family Scholarship, managed by the Beckley…

$500 - $2,500 per year
CHIERA FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships Program Name: N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships (Nothing is Impossible for Cancer Kids) Geographic Scope: Florida (primary focus on South Florida) Focus Areas: - College scholarships…

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHAIN DRUG · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NACDS Foundation Scholarship Program Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: United States (accredited colleges and schools of pharmacy) Focus Areas: - Patient-centered, community-based…

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHAIN DRUG · Rolling / Open Foundation

NACDS Foundation Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association Of Chain Drug Stores Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The NACDS…

THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

NAEd/ Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Academy Of Education Amount: US $27,500 Last Updated: January 18, 2025 Summary The NAEd/Spencer Dissertation…

THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

NAEd/ Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Academy Of Education Amount: US $70,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2025 Summary The NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral…

National Art Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NAEF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Art Education Foundation Last Updated: March 08, 2025 Summary The National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) is currently on a strategic pause regarding…

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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