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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Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Newton Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The North Newton Community…

THE MIND TRUST INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Star Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Mind Trust Inc Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The North Star Fellowship, managed by The Mind Trust in partnership with LEAD, offers…

Covers tuition and fees (last-dollar program)
MINNEAPOLIS COMMUNITY & · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

North Star Promise Scholarship Overview: A "last-dollar" scholarship program providing eligible Minnesota residents a tuition-free path to achieve their higher education goals at eligible…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview North Star Scholarship Annual, renewable scholarship created by an anonymous donor. Award Amount * $2,000 (open to renewal candidates only) Application Access Code * pos Renewal Details…

THE DALLAS FOUNDATION · October 2, 2026 · One-time Foundation

North Texas Cares - Phase Two (COVID-19 Response) Overview: Second phase of the North Texas Cares collaborative response to COVID-19 pandemic. Continued collaboration of 31+ North Texas foundations…

Northeast Agricultural Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northeast Agricultural Education Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeast Agricultural Education Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Northeast…

WALTER C RASMUSSEN - NORTHEAST BANK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northeast Bank Foundation & Grant Requests Status: ACTIVE Funder: Walter C Rasmussen Northeast Bank Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Walter C. Rasmussen-Northeast Bank…

$5,000 - $10,000
INSURANCE INDUSTRY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northeast Division Grants Funder: Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) Northeast Division Geographic Scope: Northeastern United States Background: As the founding division of IICF, the…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northeast Dutchess Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Northeast Dutchess Fund…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HARRISONBURG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northeast Neighborhood Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of Harrisonburg And Rockingham County Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary Overview The Community…

LOS ANGELES EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northeast Valley Best Start Community Grants Geographic Scope: San Fernando Valley, specifically Northeast Valley and Panorama City & Neighbors areas in Los Angeles, California Program Type:…

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northeastern University: Honors Propel Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeastern University Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Honors Propel Grant at…

$3,000 (community college) or $4,500 (4-year college/university/graduate program)
Laborers International Union of · Closed · Annual Foundation

Northern California District Council Scholarship Funder: Northern California District Council (NCDC) - Laborers Union Award Amount: - $3,000 for community college - $4,500 for 4-year college,…

NORTHERN CHAUTAUQUA COMMUNITY FOUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Chautauqua Environmental Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Northern…

THE NORTHERN CINCINNAI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Cincinnati Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Cincinnati Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Northern Cincinnati Foundation…

SPIRIT OF CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northern Kentucky University Scholarship Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation in partnership with Northern Kentucky University Geographic Scope: Northern Kentucky area Focus Areas: -…

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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