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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$25,000 grand prize; $10,000 per additional winner
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EXAMINERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NCEES Engineering Education Award Organization: National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Purpose: Recognizes engineering programs that encourage collaboration between…

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EXAMINERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCEES Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council Of Examiners For Engineering And Surveying Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The NCEES Foundation Grant, provided by the National…

$25,000 grand prize; $15,000 and $10,000 for additional winners
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EXAMINERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NCEES Surveying Education Award Organization: National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Purpose: Recognizes surveying programs that best reflect NCEES's mission to advance…

North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCGSK Foundation Traditional Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The North Carolina…

North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCGSK Foundation: Ribbon of Hope Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline…

NORTH CAROLINA HOME BUILDERS ASSOC · Closed · Annual Foundation

NCHBA Educational Scholarships Funder: North Carolina Home Builders Educational and Charitable Foundation, Inc. (NCHBECF) Geographic Scope: North Carolina Focus Areas: Construction-related education…

Varies by category; $200,000 total budget allocated annually
NORTH CAROLINA HORSE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NCHC Horse Industry Grant Program Overview: The North Carolina Horse Council provides grants to programs, organizations, and individuals in multiple categories that enhance the NCHC mission and…

Concrete Masonry and Hardscape · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCMA Education and Research Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CONCRETE MASONRY AND HARDSCAPES ASSOCIATION Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The NCMA Education and Research Foundation Grant…

Approximately US $50,000
NEXUS COMMUNITY PARTNERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCP Open Road Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nexus Community Partners Amount: Approximately US $50,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The NCP Open Road Fund is a transformative initiative…

North Central Region SARE · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCR-SARE: Youth Educator Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Central Region SARE Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The NCR-SARE Youth Educator Grant Program…

NORTH CAROLINA SOYBEAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NCSPA Scholarship Program Funder: North Carolina Soybean Producers Association (NCSPA) Geographic Scope: North Carolina Focus Areas: Agricultural production, crop and soil sciences, agricultural…

National Council For The Social Studies · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCSS Grant for the Enhancement of Geographic Literacy Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council For The Social Studies Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The NCSS Grant for the…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
National Council For The Social Studies · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCSS Outstanding Service Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council For The Social Studies Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The NCSS…

Up to US $5,000
National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCUEA-NEA Urban Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The NCUEA-NEA Urban Grants, funded by…

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCVMA High 5 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The NCVMA High 5 Grant offers $25,000 annually to…

North Dakota State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

NDSU: Centennial Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota State University Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The NDSU: Centennial Endowment supports various…

North Dakota State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

NDSU: The Board of Trustees Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota State University Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The NDSU: The Board of Trustees…

North Dakota United Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NDU Foundation Ethnic Minority Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota United Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The NDU Foundation Ethnic Minority Scholarship supports…

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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