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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TULSA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pat R. Gereau R.N. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tulsa Community Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Pat R. Gereau R.N. The next deadline for…

GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pat Santucci Fund Focus Areas: Public and special education projects Geographic Scope: South Mississippi (Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River, Jackson, George, and Stone Counties) Overview: Grant fund…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pateros Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Pateros Scholarship, administered by the Community…

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MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PATH Grant Description: A unique scholarship matching program that partners with non-profit, community-based organizations and foundations to provide funding to eligible Pennsylvania residents.…

LGBT TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open Foundation

PATHS STEAM Educational Grant Program: PATHS (Program to inspire and motivate LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in STEAM careers) Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Science, Technology,…

Iowa Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathway to Completion Grant for Community Colleges Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Department of Education Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview Program Description The…

LAFCU · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathway to Financial Transformation Scholarship Geographic Scope: Michigan Focus Areas: Financial education and transformation About the Program: Part of LAFCU's education and financial wellness…

SPARK SF PUBLIC SCHOOLS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathway to Teaching Program Overview: An accessible credentialing program for aspiring teachers that addresses barriers to entry by providing tuition support and an accelerated timeline to gaining a…

THE SEATTLE SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc. (Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative) Award Amount: $1,000,000 Duration: 5-year grant Award Date: February 2022 Recipient: The Seattle…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
The Herb Block Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathways Out of Poverty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Herb Block Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Pathways Out of Poverty Grant, established by the…

Indiana Latino Institute Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathways to Careers (P2C) Program Overview: For students accepted to IUPUI, Ivy Tech Indianapolis, or Marian University. ILI will provide support services, professional and academic guidance, and…

Healthsource of Ohio Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patient Navigation Internship Organization: HealthSource of Ohio Inc Geographic Scope: Ohio (HealthSource of Ohio service area - east of Cincinnati, 20 locations) Program Description: The Patient…

THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patrice Faye Cohen Memorial Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Patrice Faye Cohen Memorial Scholarship Award supports…

NORTHERN PIEDMONT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patricia and Nicolaas Kortlandt Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Last Updated: June 14, 2025 Summary The Patricia and Nicolaas Kortlandt Memorial Fund…

THE PATRICIA KIND FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patricia Kind Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patricia Kind Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Patricia Kind Family…

PENNSYLVANIA PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Patricia M. Bricklin Student Ethics Award Funder: PPA Ethics Committee and Pennsylvania Psychological Foundation (PPF) Purpose: Award given to a graduate student in psychology who produces a…

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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