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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THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nike Community Impact Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Nike Community Impact Fund…

INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nila Banton Smith Teacher as Researcher Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Literacy Association Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Nila Banton Smith Teacher as…

Nantahala Health Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NIMble Grant Program Program Name: Needs Immediately Met (NIMble) Grants Overview: NIMble grants are designed to support regional nonprofits and governmental agencies with immediate needs, especially…

WINKLER NINA ASTIN TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Astin Winkler…

NINA HEARD ASTIN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Heard Astin Charitable…

US $2,000 - US $24,000
ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina J. Wing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albuquerque Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $24,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Nina J. Wing Scholarship, established…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Niskayuna…

NISSAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About "Enriching people's lives" is the global vision of Nissan and all its operating companies across the world. Nissan supports this vision by improving the quality of life in the…

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ Opportunity Partnership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The NJ Opportunity…

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ Pre-Apprenticeship in Career Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The NJ Pre-Apprenticeship in…

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ STARS Scholarship (NJ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The NJ STARS Scholarship, managed by HESAA, offers…

New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJAHPERD- Jacqueline E. Malaska Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD) Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August…

Minimum $3,500 per award (as of 2012)
NEW JERSEY STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION CADDIE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NJSGA Caddie Scholarship Overview: The NJSGA Caddie Scholarship Foundation has been providing financial assistance to deserving member club caddies striving for higher education since 1947,…

NEW MEXICO JUNIOR COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NM Legislative Lottery Scholarship Status: Active state-administered program Geographic Scope: New Mexico residents only Overview: The New Mexico Legislative Lottery Scholarship may pay tuition (up…

Up to US $10,000
New Mexico Childrens Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NMCF Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Mexico Children's Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The New Mexico Children's Foundation (NMCF) offers annual…

NEW MEXICO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

NMCF: Sustaining New Mexico Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Mexico Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The New Mexico Community Foundation…

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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