Grants for Education

Last updated June 12, 2026

There are currently 15,412 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.

15,412 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

Over $2,000,000 (varies by award)
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PBC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

21st Century Community Learning Centers Program Funder: U.S. Department of Education / Florida Department of Education Geographic Scope: Florida, specifically Palm Beach County Program Purpose:…

Up to 4 years of paid tuition
Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

21st Century Scholars Program Funder: State of Indiana (created 1990) Administrator: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Program Status: Active and well-established (celebrating 30th anniversary…

Wesleyan Retirement Center · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

21st Century Scholarship Type: Scholarship Amount: 100% Tuition Degree Level: Undergraduate Majors: All Renewable: Yes Eligibility - Incoming high school graduates - Must be a 21st Century Scholar -…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

2499 Line of Duty Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The 2499 Line of Duty Scholarship, established by the Central…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

250th Anniversary of the United States of America Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary Overview…

ANDROSCOGGIN BANK'S MAINSTREET FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

25K for Kids Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Androscoggin Bank MainStreet Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The 25K for Kids Grant, offered by the Androscoggin Bank…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA CO · Rolling / Open Foundation

2Gen Parent Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Sarasota County Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The 2Gen Parent Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of…

3RIVERS CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The 3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation…

Delta Kappa Gamma Society Intl - TSO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

3, 6, and 9-Hour Scholarship Organization: Delta Kappa Gamma Society International - Texas State Organization (TSO) Geographic Scope: Texas Purpose: Award scholarships to support educational…

$5,000 (3 awards) and $2,500 (2 awards)
ICON360 INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

360 Fashion Scholarship Overview: The 360 Fashion Scholarship is an empowering opportunity designed to catalyze change and foster inclusivity within the dynamic realm of fashion. This prestigious…

SLOPE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

3C Construction Scholarship Award Amount: $500 Funder: 3C Construction (sponsored scholarship) Geographic Scope: Service area of Slope Electric Cooperative, North Dakota Focus Areas:…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

4-H Club Foundation of Tripp County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary Overview 4-H Club Foundation of Tripp County This application…

IOWA 4-H FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

4-H'ers for 4-H Geographic Scope: Iowa Purpose: Program allowing 4-H'ers to support other 4-H'ers Status: Program listed on foundation website but detailed information not provided in available…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

45 Architecture Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The 45 Architecture Scholarship at Montana State University provides…

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood · Rolling / Open Foundation

480-50-3708 Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood Amount: US $750,000 - US $1,800,000 Last Updated: March 14,…

500 FESTIVAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

500 Festival Princess Program Scholarship Amount: $1,000 per scholarship recipient Funder: 500 Festival Foundation Inc, in partnership with Marlyne Sexton (Indianapolis philanthropist and president…

Varies
ST VRAIN VALLEY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

529 Jump Funder: St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: St. Vrain Valley Schools District, Colorado Status: Program listed on foundation website under Programs menu Note:…

Emporia Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

​79 Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Emporia Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The 79 Fund Grant, offered by the Emporia Community Foundation, focuses on addressing the…

7Sisters Global · Rolling / Open Foundation

7Sisters Global Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 7Sisters Global Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The 7Sisters Global Scholarship aims to empower young women in Colorado by offering a…

80-20 Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

80/20 Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 80/20 Foundation Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The 80/20 Foundation Grant aims to bolster San Antonio's workforce by funding nonprofits that…

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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