Grants for Education

Last updated June 26, 2026

There are currently 15,368 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,368 grants
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

OCEANFIRST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview OceanFirst Scholarship Program OceanFirst Foundation has a long-standing tradition of supporting higher education. Each year, the Foundation awards grants to local Colleges and Universities…

$25,000 total ($6,250 per year / $3,125 per semester for 4 years)
OCOEE FOUNDATION INC · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Ocoee Foundation Scholarship Fund Purpose: Recognize senior students graduating from high school who are pursuing a degree in a healthcare-related field. Award Amount: $25,000 total for a 4-year…

Ocotillo Wind Imperial Valley Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ocotillo Wind Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ocotillo Wind Imperial Valley Fund Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Ocotillo Wind Education Fund, part of…

Ocotillo Wind Imperial Valley Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ocotillo Wind Tribal Mitigation Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ocotillo Wind Imperial Valley Fund Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Ocotillo Wind Tribal Mitigation Program, established…

$5,000 (1st place), $2,500 (2nd place), $1,000 (3rd place); Total $8,500 available
OHIO CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OCUF Student Video Scholarship Funder: Ohio Credit Union Foundation (OCUF) Geographic Scope: Ohio Program Type: Educational Scholarship (Video Competition) Overview: The Ohio Credit Union Foundation…

ORANGE COUNTY YOUTH SPORTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OCYSF Scholarship Program Funder: Orange County Youth Sports Foundation (OCYSF) Program Overview The OCYSF Scholarship program is a fantastic opportunity for scholar-athletes in Orange County to…

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY · Rolling / Open Foundation

OD to PhD Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy of Optometry Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $45,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview The American Academy…

High Point Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Odelle Peacock Marsh Scholarship Geographic Scope: High Point, North Carolina Description: A scholarship program administered by the High Point Community Foundation. Contact Information: - Address:…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
KAHRS CHR TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Grant…

BEAVERTON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

OEA Foundation Grants Funder: OEA Foundation Overview: Established in 1995, the OEA Foundation provides educators with grants to help students meet basic, urgent and immediate needs. Award Amount: Up…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

OER HQIM Embedded - Assessment Ingestion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $544,286 - US $915,712 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Texas Education Agency is…

Higher Education - Office · Rolling / Open State

Office of Higher Education-Grants The Office of Higher Education's webpage on Competitive Grant Programs contains information about fundable programs and links to current program applications Agency…

University of Maryland, College Park · Rolling / Open State

Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education The Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE) offers a variety of services and programs to enhance the learning experience and promote the academic…

Up to $8,000 annually ($2,000 per year for up to 4 years)
BRENTWOOD ROTARY CLUB · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Officer Destin Legieza Scholarship Overview: A scholarship honoring the memory of Officer Destin Legieza, specifically designed for students pursuing Criminal Justice at Middle Tennessee State…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ogburn Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Ogburn Family Scholarship, provided by the Community…

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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