Oral History Grant Status: Currently NOT accepting applications. Due to the termination of Utah Humanities' NEH Operating Grant, Program Grant and Sponsorship Applications are not currently being…
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.
Orange & Blue Scholarship (2026-2027) Funder: U of I Community Credit Union Overview: U of I Community Credit Union is devoted to supporting higher education and encouraging the academic excellence…
Orange Bowl Beigel-Feis-Hixon Valor Award Amount: $10,000 scholarship Purpose: Honors the memory of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School coaches Scott Beigel (cross-country coach and geography…
Orange Bowl Creative Art Contest Status: Active - launched in 2023, relaunched in 2024 Geographic Scope: Miami-Dade and Broward County students Eligibility: FREE contest open to ALL Miami-Dade and…
Orange Schools Foundation Grants Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Orange City School District and New Directions (Ohio) Focus Areas: - Innovative and out-of-the-ordinary programs and projects…
Oratorical Contest Program Type: Academic speaking competition with college scholarships Overview: The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the…
Ordóñez Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Ordóñez Family Scholarship aims…
OREF/Georgetown Medical Student Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview Who We Are The…
Oregon Chapter Scholarship Funder: ASFMRA Oregon Chapter Geographic Scope: Oregon Eligible Institution: Oregon State University Eligibility: - Students at Oregon State University Application Process:…
Oregon Chapter Scholarship Funder: ASFMRA Oregon Chapter Geographic Scope: Oregon Eligibility: Students at Oregon State University Application Process: Students apply directly through the University…
Overview Together we transform generosity into exponential impact Our mission is to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy. As a statewide community foundation we work…
Oregon FFA Senior Scholarship Funder: Oregon FFA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Oregon Eligibility: For current Oregon FFA members Status: Application available Note: Detailed information about…
Oregon FFA Washington Leadership Conference Scholarship Funder: Oregon FFA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Oregon Purpose: Support for attendance at Washington Leadership Conference Status:…
Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Oregon Natural Resources…
Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Department of Education Amount: US $250,000 - US $2,350,000 Last Updated: October 17, 2023 Summary The Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st…
Oregon Pathways to Industrial Research Careers (OPIRC) Scholarship Award Amount: Up to $45,000 over 4 years for pursuit of bachelor's and master's degrees Program Focus: Supports students pursuing…
Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Trail Community Foundation Last Updated: February 24, 2025 Summary The Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant supports projects…
Oregon Transfer Pathways to the Liberal Arts (OTP-LA) Implementation Grant Funder: The Teagle Foundation and Arthur Vining Davis Foundations Administrator: Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges &…
Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative - OREI Planning Projects for Assistance in Development of Future OREI Proposals Requiring Multi-regional or Regional Coordination The purpose of…
Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative - OREI Research Projects with Extension and/or Education Components The purpose of this program is to fund high priority integrated projects that…
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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