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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THE FOUNDATION FOR SANTA BARBARA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rising Scholars Status: Active Program Name: Rising Scholars (formerly "Transitions") Overview: The Rising Scholars program supports formerly incarcerated or systems-impacted students at SBCC. The…

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rising Stars in Green Chemistry Education Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Chemical Society Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The Rising Stars in Green…

Approximately US $6,000
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rising Tide Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $6,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Rising Tide Fund, established by the Hawai‘i…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rita & Myron Hendel Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Approximately US $4,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Rita & Myron…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

River Bluff Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The River Bluff Community…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

River Counties CF - Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The River Counties Community Foundation offers…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

River Falls Community Foundation Fall Cycle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The River Falls Community…

FREEBORN MOWER ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Riverland Community College Scholarship Funder: Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative (FMEC) Award Details: Scholarships are awarded to children of FMEC members and adult FMEC members who are returning…

RJJB FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RJJB Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rjjb Family Foundation Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The RJJB Family Foundation, established in 1997 by Rodney and Jeanna Pilot, aims to…

REYNOLDS AMERICAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RJRAF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Reynolds American Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Reynolds American Foundation Guidelines for Giving R.J. Reynolds Tobacco…

RJS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

RJS Foundation Grant FORECAST Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rjs Foundation Inc. Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The RJS Foundation Grant is an invite-only funding opportunity…

NORTHERN PIEDMONT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

RMD Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The RMD Music Scholarship, managed by the Northern…

$500 per scholarship
ROCKY MOUNTAIN FARMERS UNION EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

RMFU College Scholarships Funder: Rocky Mountain Farmers Union (RMFU) Geographic Scope: Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming Award Amount: $500 per scholarship (program offers multiple scholarships…

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Knoxville TN Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

RMHC Knoxville Grant Program Overview: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Knoxville awards grants to local 501(c)(3) organizations that support children in East Tennessee. Geographic Scope: East…

Rocky Mountain Modern Language Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

RMMLA: Convention Travel Grant -- Graduate Students Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rocky Mountain Modern Language Association Amount: US $250 Last Updated: May 29, 2024 Summary The RMMLA Convention Travel…

Over $135,000 awarded to 25 different colleges and universities (as of 2022)
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SECTION AMERICAN ASSOC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

RMS Foundation Grant Program for AAPG Student Chapters Overview: Grant program providing funding support to AAPG Student Chapters at colleges and universities in the Rocky Mountain region. Funder:…

NORWALK COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

RN to BSN Scholarship Overview: A scholarship for graduating CT State Norwalk students in nursing programs. Geographic Scope: CT State Norwalk students Eligibility Requirements: - Minimum 2.8 GPA (or…

RAVI AND NAINA PATEL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RNP Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ravi and Naina Patel Foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The RNP Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the well-being of underserved…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robanna Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Robanna Fund, established in 1992 by Robert and Deanna Levy, supports students…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robby Wilson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $630 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Robby Wilson Memorial Scholarship,…

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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