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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing Scholarship for NCW Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of NCW is a…

Deaconess Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing Scholarship Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Deaconess Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Deaconess Foundation offers Nursing Scholarship Grants…

The Foundation for The Thomas Memorial and Saint Francis Hospitals Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nursing Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: West Virginia, US Focus Areas: Nursing education and professional development Overview: The Thomas Foundation offers nursing scholarships to support…

Memorial Hospital of South Bend Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nursing Scholarships and Clinical Education Funds Funder: Beacon Health Foundation Overview: Beacon Health System provides scholarships specifically for nursing education and clinical education to…

Varies (2021: $362,508 total awarded to 71 recipients; 2020: $221,768 total awarded to 48 recipients)
Beacon Health Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nursing Scholarships and Funds for Clinical Education Funder: Beacon Health Foundation Geographic Scope: Beacon Health System service area (Indiana and Michigan) Purpose: To support nurses pursuing…

US $10,000 - US $150,000
Illinois Board of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing School Grant (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Board of Higher Education Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Nursing School Grant in Illinois aims…

FIRST UP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nurture Through Nature Overview: A nature-based learning initiative designed to integrate nature-based learning into early childhood education programs, fostering joyful and enriching connections…

NUSENDA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nusenda Community Rewards Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nusenda Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Nusenda Community Rewards Giving program,…

NV Energy Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NV Energy Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: NV Energy Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The NV Energy Foundation Grants program, starting in March 2025, invites 501(c)(3)…

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Rolling / Open Foundation

NV Energy Powerful Partnerships Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Overview…

Up to $7,000 total (individual awards of $1,000)
NISHNABOTNA VALLEY RURAL ELECTRIC · February 2, 2027 · Annual Foundation

NVREC Scholarships Funder: Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative (NVREC) Overview: Nishnabotna Valley REC is invested in empowering the next generation of community leaders by offering…

Up to US $5,000
NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NWCTCF: Cycle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation…

NORTHWEST WASHINGTON FAIR FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

NWWA Fair Scholarship Geographic Scope: Whatcom County, Washington Eligibility: - High school seniors enrolling in college, technical school, or university as full-time students during the 2026-2027…

US $50,000 - US $150,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Rolling / Open Foundation

NY State Farm-to-School Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The NY State…

TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

NY SWIMS Grant (Swimming and Water Safety Initiative) Funder: New York State Amount: $36,300 Award Date: August 2024 Overview: Part of New York State's initiative to expand access to swimming pools…

NYC KIDS RISE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program Overview: A scholarship and savings program administered by NYC Kids RISE, Inc., a nonprofit, in partnership with the NYC Department of Education and the City…

NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NYWIFT Scholarship Fund Amount: $2,500 per award Purpose: Provide financial assistance to second-year women students enrolled in graduate film programs to pursue their own projects. Geographic Scope:…

O L HALSELL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

O. L. Halsell Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: O L Halsell Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The O.L. Halsell Foundation, established in 1948, is dedicated to enhancing the…

$1,000; renewable for one additional year
GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

O.J. and Viola N. Elsenbast Scholarship Geographic Scope: Graettinger-Terril Community High School and the geographic area originally served by the Graettinger Community School District Eligibility…

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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