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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LEXINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nate Boyer Memorial Scholarship Funder: Lexington One Educational Foundation (funded through memorial gifts and donations) Geographic Scope: Lexington School District One Award Amount: Not specified…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nate Wilson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Nate…

NATHALIE & GLADYS DALKOWITZ CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nathalie and Gladys Dalkowitz Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nathalie and Gladys Dalkowitz Charitable Trust Amount: US $3,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ Nathalie Y. Lee…

NATHAN B & FLORENCE R BURT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nathan B. & Florence R. Burt Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nathan B. & Florence R. Burt Foundation Last Updated: August 02, 2025 Summary The Nathan B. & Florence R. Burt Foundation Grant…

PITCCH IN FOUNDATION INC · May 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Nathan Berhel Scholarship Overview: Established in 2011 by the PitCCh In Foundation to honor the memory of Nathan Berhel, CC Sabathia's cousin and childhood friend who passed away in June 2004. The…

KESSLER FAMILY FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship Overview: This scholarship is available through the Federation's College Scholarship program. Geographic Scope: Bay Area Eligibility: -…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nathan Lyndell Hall Memorial Scholarship - CHS Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Nathan Lyndell Hall Memorial Scholarship,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nathaniel Ellis Cannady, Jr. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Nathaniel Ellis…

THE ENDOWMENT FUND OF THE PHI KAPPA PSI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

National & District Scholarships Funder: Phi Kappa Psi Foundation Geographic Scope: United States (Phi Kappa Psi chapters and colonies) Focus Areas: Academic excellence, leadership, service, and…

National Academy of Construction (NAC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Academy of Construction (NAC) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Academy of Construction (NAC) Amount: More than US $7,500 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview…

The Jewish War Veterans of the United · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

National Achievement Program Purpose: Educational grants for veterans and active duty personnel to return to school for college education. Funder: Jewish War Veterans of the USA Foundation Geographic…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Art Shop/Sanders Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $425 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The National Art Shop/Sanders…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Council of Jewish Women Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $40,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

$2,000,000+ in scholarships; $13,800,000 in training
NATIONAL CYBER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

National Cyber Scholarship Competition Overview: An annual competition designed to identify and rank top talent in cybersecurity among high school and college students, awarding scholarships and free…

$2,000,000+ in scholarships; $13,800,000 in training
NATIONAL CYBER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

National Cyber Scholarship Program Overview: The National Cyber Scholarship program empowers America's future Cyber Stars by awarding more than $2 million in scholarships and $13.8 million in…

National Education Association · Rolling / Open State

National Education Association's Read Across America program seeks to narrow the literacy gap by providing funds to pre-K-12 public schools serving economically disadvantaged students for purchasing…

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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