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 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
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What grants for education are open right now?

PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Focus Areas: Need-based grants for women whose education has been interrupted and who need to…

PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · Rolling / Open Foundation

P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Overview: A need-based grant program providing one-time grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find…

Up to $25,000
PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Status: Active, established in 1991 Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Focus Areas: Doctoral-level degree programs in any field of study including medicine, nursing,…

Up to $25,000
PEO Sisterhood OH State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Overview: Established in 1991, the P.E.O. Scholar Awards (PSA) provide substantial merit-based awards for women pursuing doctoral-level degrees at accredited colleges or…

Up to $25,000
PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Program Type: Merit-based award for women pursuing doctoral-level degrees Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Established: 1991 Purpose: To recognize and encourage…

Up to $25,000
PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Overview: Established in 1991 to provide substantial merit-based awards for women pursuing doctoral-level degrees at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. and Canada.…

Up to $25,000
PEO Sisterhood NY State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Program Type: Merit-based award for doctoral-level study Overview: The P.E.O. Scholar Awards (PSA) were established in 1991 to provide substantial merit-based awards for women…

PEO Sisterhood OK State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Purpose: Provide substantial merit-based awards for women pursuing doctoral-level degrees at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. and Canada. Geographic Scope: United…

PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Overview: A merit-based award program established in 1991 to recognize and encourage academic excellence and achievement by women pursuing doctoral-level degrees at accredited…

PEO Sisterhood NE State Chapter · November 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. Scholar Awards Purpose: Established in 1991 to provide substantial merit-based awards for women pursuing doctoral-level degrees at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. and Canada.…

PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Purpose: Non-renewable scholarship for graduating women in their final year of high school. Must be used in academic year following graduation or will be forfeited. Award…

PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Focus Areas: High school seniors pursuing any field of postsecondary education Program Description: Non-renewable…

PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Program Type: Non-renewable merit-based scholarship for graduating high school seniors Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Award Amount: $2,500 (non-renewable) Purpose:…

PEO Sisterhood KS State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Status: Active program for high school seniors Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Focus Areas: High school seniors entering postsecondary education Program Purpose:…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County Grants (Nonprofit Application) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The P.U.L.S.E. of…

Salary, research and travel support for 2 veterinary students annually
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF CINCINNATI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P&G Pet Care Wildlife Conservation Scholarship Funder: P&G Pet Care in partnership with Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Cincinnati Zoo's Center for Conservation and Research…

POTLATCH NO1 FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

P1FCU Scholarship Program Funder: Potlatch No 1 Financial Credit Union (ID, US) Overview: P1FCU annually awards scholarships to recognize high-achieving students who demonstrate academic excellence,…

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

PA Agriculture and Youth Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The PA Agriculture and Youth…

US $148,000 - US $3,750,000
PennSERVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

PA AmeriCorps Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PennSERVE Amount: US $148,000 - US $3,750,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The PA AmeriCorps Grant, administered by PennSERVE, supports local…

MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PA Fostering Independence Program Description: Administered collaboratively by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) in conjunction with the PA Departments of Education, Human…

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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