Grants for Education

Last updated June 24, 2026

There are currently 15,374 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for education are open right now?

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Proyecto Ayuda Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Proyecto Ayuda Scholarship Fund,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

PRSA Nashville Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The PRSA Nashville Scholarship Fund, established by the…

Varies ($6,000 - $16,000 per award based on scholarship type)
PSJA TRI CITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION · January 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

PSJA Education Foundation Scholarships Organization: PSJA Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD), Texas Mission: Provide scholarships to…

PARENTS FOR SCHOOL OPTIONS · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PSO Scholarship Program Overview: Parents for School Options offers an annual scholarship program for high school students who have demonstrated dedication to their education, particularly those…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PSWA and Linda Heidelberg Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The PSWA and Linda…

Claire Lilienthal Public School PTA · November 14, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PTA Annual Fund Overview: The Claire Lilienthal PTA Annual Fund is the first of two major fundraisers for the school year. The CLPTA supplements the school budget with approximately $1 million…

Tahoe Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PTCF: Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 29, 2025 Summary The PTCF Community Impact Grant supports nonprofit…

CARLISLE PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION · October 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PTO Faculty & Staff Grants Funder: Carlisle Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Geographic Scope: Carlisle Public Schools, Carlisle, MA Program Overview: The Carlisle PTO raises funds to support and…

Park City Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PTO/A Challenge Grants Overview: PCEF offers PTO/A Challenge Grants as a funding opportunity for school parent organizations. Geographic Scope: Park City School District (PCSD), Utah Status: Program…

Up to US $2,000
Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Public Lecture Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC)…

GETTING SMART COLLECTIVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Public Microschool Community of Practice Program Type: Four-month facilitated community learning program Geographic Scope: National Funder: Getting Smart Collective Overview Getting Smart is…

$10,000 (Inspiring Innovation Award)
NASHVILLE PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Public Schools Hall of Fame Awards Funder: Nashville Public Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Nashville/Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, Tennessee Program Status: Active annual program.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pucek Family Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the North State Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the North State…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Puckett Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of Louisville Founded in 1984, the…

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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