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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arrighi Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students do…

BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arrow International Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Arrow International Scholarship Fund,…

ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ARS Essay Contest Funder: Armenian Relief Society of Eastern USA Geographic Scope: Eastern United States Focus Areas: Armenian identity, heritage, history, and cultural awareness Eligibility: -…

ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY OF EASTERN · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ARS International Scholarship Funder: Armenian Relief Society of Eastern USA Geographic Scope: International Focus Areas: Undergraduate and graduate studies Eligibility: - International students…

MOUNT MARTY UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art and Creative Writing Portfolio Scholarships Purpose: For students with demonstrated talent in art or creative writing. Award Amount: $2,000 to $5,000 per year Geographic Scope: Mount Marty…

NORTHWEST MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art and Jane Snustad Scholarship Geographic Scope: Northwest Minnesota region Program Description: A named scholarship fund supporting educational opportunities for students in the Northwest…

Art Bridges Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Art Bridges Cohort Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Art Bridges Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Art Bridges Cohort Program aims to enhance access to American art by fostering multi-year…

Western Colo Center for the Arts Endowment Fnd Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Art Center Scholarships Funder: The Art Center of Western Colorado Geographic Scope: Western Colorado region Eligibility: - Ages 5 to 18 - Open to new and returning families and individuals - Based…

Up to $10,000
SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art Contest Funder: Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) Geographic Scope: Texas (youth) Focus Areas: Youth art competition Overview: Youth artists have opportunities to win scholarships up to…

Up to US $1,000
Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Art Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Alice Huffard Richards Fund Grants support music,…

BELMONT EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art Exploration Funds Overview: Funding available for projects, supplies, and experiences proposed by Belmont art students. Applications will be reviewed by a committee established by the Foundation…

College Art Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Art History Travel Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: College Art Association Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Art History Travel Fund, offered by the College Art…

Varies (Full program access + materials + training)
ART IN ACTION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art in Action Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provide free Art in Action programs and supplies to K-8 schools that lack resources for art education. Geographic Scope: United States (currently serving 40…

StriveTogether Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Art Inspires Scholarship Purpose: Recognizes student artists for outstanding artwork reflecting StriveTogether's vision and core values, including educational equity. Award Details: - Scholarship…

$2,500 (1st), $1,500 (2nd), $1,000 (3rd), $500 (4th), $500 (5th), $100 (Honorable Mentions)
ONE COMMUNITY HEALTH · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Art Scholarship Competition Funder: One Community Health Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Hood River and surrounding area, including schools in Oregon and Washington: - Hood River Valley High…

COMMUNITYGIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arthur A. Cater Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Arthur A. Cater Scholarship, administered by CommunityGiving, aims to empower high…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arthur A. Klebba Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Arthur A. Klebba Engineering Scholarship at Montana State…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arthur and Helen Watson Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary Overview Note:…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arthur B. and Louise Eager Ward Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Arthur B. and Louise Eager Ward Scholarship, offered by…

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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