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.

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Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

O’Brien County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The O’Brien County Community…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

O’Brien, Rath, Weaver Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,750 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The O’Brien, Rath,…

Covers 80% of tuition
Foundations in Education Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

O'Malley Scholarship Overview: Scholarship established through a $500,000 five-year commitment to Trinity Catholic High School for children of first responders and healthcare workers. Geographic…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
THE O'NEILL BROTHERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

O'Neill Brothers Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: O'Neill Brothers Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The O'Neill Brothers Grants support 501(c)(3)…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

O'Shea Patrick McCarthy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy…

Ohio Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

OAC Arts Learning: Arts Partnership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Arts Council Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The OAC Arts Learning: Arts Partnership program,…

Ohio Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

OAC Arts Learning: Big Yellow School Bus Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Arts Council Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Big Yellow School Bus program, offered by the…

Oklahoma Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Arts Council Amount: Up to US $1,100 Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants provide an…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oahe Racers Association Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Oahe Racers Association Scholarship, managed by the South…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oak Advisors Scholarship of Excellence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Oak Advisors Scholarship of Excellence, offered…

THE OAK FOUNDATION USA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oak Foundation: Learning Differences Grant Programme Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oak Foundation USA Last Updated: May 05, 2025 Summary The Oak Foundation's Learning Differences Grant Programme aims to…

FOND DU LAC AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oakfield Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fond du Lac Area Foundation Last Updated: March 07, 2025 Summary The Oakfield Community Foundation Grant, part of the Fond du Lac Area…

$16,000 (paid over 4 years)
OAKLAND ROTARY ENDOWMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Oakland Rotary Scholarship Program Description: The Scholarship Committee awards college scholarships to deserving Oakland high school seniors who will be attending a four-year college or university.…

East-West Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Obuchi Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East-West Center Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Obuchi Student Scholarship, offered by the East-West Center, supports Okinawan…

OWEN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission The Owen County Community Foundation is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all citizens of Owen County, now and for generations to come. Background The work of local…

OWEN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

OCCF: Teacher Mini-Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Owen County Community Foundation Amount: US $50 - US $300 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The OCCF Teacher Mini-Grants Program,…

OUR COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OCCU Scholarship Program Funder: Our Community Credit Union (OCCU) Geographic Scope: Washington State (primarily Mason, Grays Harbor, Thurston, and King Counties based on OCCU's service area) Focus…

THE RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ocean State Media Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview Ocean State Media Scholarship…

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…

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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