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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KOOTENAI ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Operation Round Up® Scholarship Program Funder: Kootenai Electric Cooperative Inc Geographic Scope: Service territory of Kootenai Electric Cooperative (Idaho) Program Type: Educational scholarship…

Up to US $100,000
City of Naperville, Illinois · Rolling / Open Foundation

Opioid Remediation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Naperville, Illinois Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The City of Naperville is allocating $100,000 from the…

Optometry Cares The Aoa Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Opportunities in Optometry Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Optometry Cares The Aoa Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grant…

$40,000 - $75,000
APPALACHIAN COMMUNITY CAPITAL · Closed · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Appalachia Program Type: Technical Assistance and Capital Raise Support Program Geographic Scope: Central Appalachia – Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia…

Houston Independent School District · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Fund Overview The Opportunity Fund exists to help level the playing field. This flexible funding supports schools and students who have traditionally gone without, with a special focus on…

HOOD RIVER COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Fund Overview: The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County…

PAHC PROPERTIES CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Opportunity Fund Scholarships In Honor of Jean Dawes Overview: Scholarships available to Alta Housing residents with financial support to invest in their future through higher education. Focus Areas:…

PAHC SHERIDAN APARTMENTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Opportunity Fund Scholarships In Honor of Jean Dawes Overview: Scholarships available to Alta Housing residents with financial support to invest in their future through higher education. Background:…

COLORADO PARK HOUSING CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Fund Scholarships In Honor of Jean Dawes Overview: Scholarships available to Alta Housing residents with financial support to invest in their future through higher education. Geographic…

DOUGLAS COUNTY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Grants - Community Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Help educators and schools support essential needs…

DOUGLAS COUNTY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Grants - Innovation and Leadership Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Support projects and initiatives…

DOUGLAS COUNTY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Grants - Pathways Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Provide students with a clear direction for their…

Up to $1,500 per student
PIKES PEAK STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Next Colorado Scholarship Status: Active state scholarship program for Colorado high school graduates and GED completers Geographic Scope: Colorado statewide; Class of 2024 and subsequent…

$850,000 (education focus in 2025)
UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Opportunity on the Plains Grant Overview: United Way of the Plains' grant program that invests in nonprofit organizations working in their four focus areas to create opportunities and positive impact…

SOUTH CENTRAL POWER COMPANY FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Scholarship Funder: South Central Power Company Foundation Geographic Scope: 24-county service territory of South Central Power Company (Ohio) Eligibility: - High school seniors -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Optimist Club of Hernando Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of Northwest…

THE ROCKLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Optimum Innovative Teaching Grant Geographic Scope: Rockland County, New York Focus Areas: Innovative teaching methods, immersive learning experiences, educational tools and technology Program…

Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Rolling / Open Foundation

OR Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The OR Salmon…

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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