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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PLEASANTVILLE FUND FOR LEARNING · Closed · Semi-annual Foundation

PFFL Grants Funder: Pleasantville Fund for Learning (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Pleasantville School District Eligible Applicants: Teachers and high school students Mission: To encourage innovation,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pfizer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Pfizer Scholarship, administered by the…

PFLUGERVILLE FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Pfluger Family Scholarship Funder: Pflugerville Education Foundation (PEF) Geographic Scope: Pflugerville ISD, Texas Purpose: Student scholarship awarded annually to deserving graduating seniors from…

Pendleton Foundation Trust · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PFT Scholarship (General) Funder: Pendleton Foundation Trust Geographic Scope: Pendleton, Oregon Eligibility: Students from Pendleton High School Purpose: To provide financial support for Pendleton…

PGE Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PGE Foundation: Creative Expression Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: PGE Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The PGE Foundation offers Creative Expression…

PGE Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PGE Foundation: Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PGE Foundation Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The PGE Foundation offers an Education Grant aimed at enhancing educational outcomes…

PORT GAMBLE S'KLALLAM FOUNDATION · May 31, 2027 · Semi-annual Foundation

PGST Community Investment Grant Program Status: Currently in non-competitive phase (2025-2026). Regular competitive applications resume in 2027. Geographic Scope: Kitsap community and wider region…

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of MA Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PHCC of Massachusetts Scholarship Funder: Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of MA Inc Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Focus Area: Education in plumbing, heating, and cooling industry Overview PHCC…

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of MA Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PHCC-National Association Scholarships Funder: PHCC National Association (available through PHCC of MA) Geographic Scope: Potentially national, available to PHCC of MA members Focus Area: Education…

Up to US $1,000
Pleasant Hill Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PHCF: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pleasant Hill Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Pleasant Hill Community Foundation offers biannual…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

PhD Dissertation Completion Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Amount: Approximately US $11,570 Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The PhD Dissertation Completion…

PHI KAPPA SIGMA EDUCATIONAL · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Phi Kappa Sigma Educational Fund Scholarship Funder: Phi Kappa Sigma Educational Fund (MD, US) Status: Active - Over $100,000 in scholarships awarded in September 2025 Eligibility: Members of Phi…

$65 per membership fee covered
PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Phi Theta Kappa Angel Fund Award Amount: Covers $65 membership fee per student Focus Areas: - Support for Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) membership - Academic achievement recognition - Professional…

$1,000 per year ($4,000 total over 4 years)
CAMBRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Phil and Paula Vasby Family Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 per award; multiple scholarships provided annually ($4,000 total if supported for 4 years) Geographic Scope: Cambridge High School…

PHIL HARDIN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Phil Hardin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Phil Hardin Foundation Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Phil Hardin Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational and life outcomes for…

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MILITARY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Philadelphia Post Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Philadelphia area colleges and universities Award Amount: $40,000+ in scholarships annually Focus Areas: - Reserve Officer Training Corps…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Philip A. Turner Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Approximately US $500 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Philip A. Turner…

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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