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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Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Asbjornson University Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Asbjornson University Scholarship, offered by Montana State…

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR CELL BIOLOGY · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

ASCB COMPASS Outreach Grant Overview: The COMPASS (Committee for Postdocs and Students) Outreach Grant program provides funding opportunities for ASCB members to conduct science outreach and…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASCE ECB SEI Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Civil Engineers Inc Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The ASCE ECB SEI Scholarship, offered by the…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASCE Florida Section: Hayden Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Civil Engineers Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The ASCE Florida Section:…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview American Society of Civil Engineers The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 160,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852,…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview American Society of Civil Engineers The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 160,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852,…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview American Society of Civil Engineers The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 160,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852,…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASCE West Coast Branch Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Civil Engineers Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The ASCE West Coast Branch Scholarships…

Varies by community and category: Food Security ($52,500 base + up to $4,218.75 discretionary per community, plus $11,250 for non-NPRA communities and $37,500 for communities over 1,000 population); Education ($14,062.50 per community, $750 limit per student for sports/youth); Inupiaq Arts, Culture, and Language Preservation ($14,062.50 per community, $5,000 max per cultural event)
Arctic Slope Community Foundation Inc · July 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ASCF 2025 Local Grants Program Overview: The Arctic Slope Community Foundation (ASCF) provides annual grant funding to improve quality of life in Arctic Slope communities. Geographic Scope: 8 Arctic…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aschbrenner-Spencer Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary Overview Aschbrenner-Spencer Music Scholarship…

Association For Surgical Education Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASE/APDS: Collaborative Grant Initiative Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association For Surgical Education Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The ASE/APDS Collaborative Grant…

Up to US $10,000
AMERICAN SAVINGS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASF Capital Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Savings Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The American Savings Foundation provides capital grants to support…

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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