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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Pennsylvania Academy of Science · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pennsylvania Academy of Science: Student Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Academy of Science Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Pennsylvania Academy of…

Multiple scholarships (amount per scholarship not specified)
Pennsylvania Land Surveyors Foundation · Closed · Annual Foundation

Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarship Overview: The Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarship promotes and encourages the profession of land surveying in Pennsylvania by…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Penny Ann Powers Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Penny Ann Powers Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio…

$1,000 per scholarship (Top 10 winners)
Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Penny Hardaway Essay Contest Scholarship Funder: Monogram Loves Kids Foundation Status: Active annual scholarship program Geographic Scope: - Shelby County, TN - Tipton County, TN - Crittenden…

AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Penny Todd Scholarship Award Amount: $5,000 Purpose: Helps offset the cost of higher education for undergraduate marketing students. Eligibility: - Undergraduate marketing student - Must have roots…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Penserra/Madrigal Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Penserra/Madrigal Family Scholarship,…

PEORIA DIAMOND CLUB · Closed Foundation

Peoria Diamond Club Grants Program Purpose: The Peoria Diamond Club Grants Program provides awards, contributions and grants in various amounts to assist local youth through sponsored or directed…

PUBLIC EDUCATION PARTNERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PEP UP! Your Classroom Microgrants Funder: Public Education Partners (PEP) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools (GCS) and surrounding area in South Carolina Overview: PEP UP! Your Classroom…

Varies by performance
TX Commission on the Arts · Rolling / Open State

Provides artistic fee subsidies to support performances and presentations across Texas. Helps make live arts performances accessible to communities and students.

PUTNAM EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Performing Arts Grants Geographic Scope: Putnam County School System, Tennessee Purpose: Provides funding to Performing Arts programs to serve economically disadvantaged students Focus Areas: - Choir…

Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Perkins Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview Perkins Grant The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century…

Georgia Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Perkins V Plus Reserve Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Department of Education Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Perkins V Plus Reserve Grant aims to enhance…

PERMIAN BASIN AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Before submitting an application for the Spring or Fall cycle, all applicants must contact the Foundation no later than the pre-proposal deadline above._ Permian Basin Area Foundation…

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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