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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Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

OH Conservation Club Competitive Partnership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Ohio Conservation…

ServeOhio · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio AmeriCorps Formula Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ServeOhio Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Ohio AmeriCorps Formula Grants, administered by ServeOhio, engage over 80,000 Americans…

Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Athletic Committee Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Ohio Athletic Committee Scholarship, established in 1995,…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF FARM MANAGERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ohio Chapter Scholarship Funder: ASFMRA Ohio Chapter Award Amount: $1,500 Geographic Scope: Ohio Eligibility: - Agriculture students at The Ohio State University Application Process: - Applications…

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF ASFMRA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ohio Chapter Scholarship Funder: ASFMRA Ohio Chapter Award Amount: $1,500 Geographic Scope: Ohio Focus Areas: Agriculture Eligibility: Agriculture students at The Ohio State University Application…

Ohio Childrens Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Children’s Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Childrens Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 09, 2025 Summary The Ohio Children’s Foundation Grant aims to enhance…

Ohio Department of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Higher Education Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) is designed to assist…

ASSOCIATION OF OHIO COMMODORES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ohio Commodores Scholarship Fund Organization: The Ohio Commodores Scholarship Fund, a nonprofit organization certified by the Ohio Attorney General as a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO)…

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AMVETS SERVICE · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Ohio Department of AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 per scholarship, payable in full toward tuition only Number of Awards: 10 scholarships awarded annually Geographic Scope:…

Ohio Elks Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Elks Association: Vocational Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Elks Association Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Ohio Elks Association provides…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Green Beret Support Group Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Ohio Green Beret Support Group…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Living Lifelong Learning Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Ohio Living Lifelong…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Nutrition Council Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Ohio Nutrition Council Scholarship, supported by…

Up to $50,000 total awarded annually
OHIO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ohio ProStart Undergraduate Scholarship Overview: Annual scholarship program for Ohio ProStart students pursuing culinary and hospitality education. Geographic Scope: Ohio Eligibility: - Ohio…

$3,000 per recipient (2 awards annually)
UNITED STATES BOWLING CONGRESS INC · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Ohio State USBC Youth Scholarship Program Overview: The Ohio State USBC awards scholarships annually to honor 2 graduating high school seniors—one female and one male—for their excellence in…

Ohio Department of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Work Ready Grant (OWRG) (OH) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Higher Education Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Ohio Work Ready Grant (OWRG) provides financial assistance to…

OJ ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OJ Anderson Scholarship - Florida Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida (9th-12th grade students) Background: The foundation has been dedicated for over 11 years to advocating for…

OJ ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OJ Anderson Scholarship - New Jersey Geographic Scope: New Jersey Background: The New Jersey Chapter was established to follow in the footsteps of the successful Florida program. Spearheaded by OJ…

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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