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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North Dakota United Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NDU Workplace Innovation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota United Foundation Last Updated: April 24, 2025 Summary The NDU Workplace Innovation Grant, offered by the North Dakota United…

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEA Federal Rescue Implementation Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The NEA…

National Education Association (NEA) Foundation · Rolling / Open State

NEA Foundation grants - Organization: National Education Association (NEA) Foundation - Type: Foundation Grant

THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEA Foundation- Student Success Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The NEA Foundation's…

THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEA- Envision Equity Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The NEA Envision Equity Grants…

NEA ALASKA INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

NEA-Alaska Future Educator Scholarship Overview: NEA-Alaska awards scholarships to high school seniors pursuing a degree in education after high school. Award Amount: Between $1,000 and $5,000…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neal J. Fasula Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Neal J. The next deadline for this grant is…

$7,500 per year for up to five years
Spirit of Youth · May 23, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Neal O. Thorpe Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: $7,500 per year for up to five years Geographic Scope - Location: Alaska Eligibility Requirements - Must be an Alaska resident - Must be a graduate…

Northeast Aquatic Plant Management Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEAPMS Undergraduate Student Stipend Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeast Aquatic Plant Management Society Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The NEAPMS Undergraduate…

THE NEAR AND FAR ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Near & Far Aid Grants Funder: The Near and Far Association Inc (CT, US) Website: nearandfaraid.org Mission: Near & Far Aid's mission is to support men, women and children living in poverty, by…

NEBRASKA STATE CHAMBER FOUNDATION · November 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Nebraska Business Hall of Fame Scholarship Program Overview: Annual scholarship program supporting the next generation of young business leaders in Nebraska. Scholarships are awarded each year to…

$1,000 per scholarship
NEW ENGLAND CAR WASH ASSOCIATION INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

NECA Scholarship Program Funder: New England Carwash Association (NECA) Geographic Scope: New England region (Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and surrounding states) Program History: Since…

GEORGETOWN AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Ned Snead Memorial Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Georgetown Area, Texas Overview: A scholarship fund available to students in the Georgetown area. Specific eligibility criteria and award amounts…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEDCorps 2.0 Immigrant Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The NEDCorps 2.0 Immigrant…

THE NEEB FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neeb Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Neeb Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Neeb Family Foundation Grant supports Christian…

$50,000 total fund
VESTIA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Need to $ucceed Scholarship Organization: VESTIA Inc Funded By: Vogt-Morentz Charitable Fund Launch Date: December 2024 Contact: 925-655-1208 | vestiainc@gmail.com Address: 400 Ellinwood Way,…

US $30,000,000 - US $50,000,000
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Rolling / Open Foundation

Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Amount: US $30,000,000 - US $50,000,000 Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The…

$200 per teacher (distributed via random drawing)
NORTH EAST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NEEF New Teacher Supply Grants Overview: The North East Educational Foundation awards teacher supply grants to new teachers joining NEISD to help them start the school year with needed classroom…

Otto & Edna Neely Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Neely Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Otto & Edna Neely Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Neely Foundation Grant supports various programs in the Phoenix East Valley,…

NORTHVILLE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · December 19, 2026 · Annual Foundation

NEF Grants - Cooke School Grants Funder: Northville Educational Foundation (NEF) Geographic Scope: Cooke School, Northville Public Schools district, Michigan Program Description: Specialized grant…

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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