Grants for Education

Last updated June 22, 2026

There are currently 15,388 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.

15,388 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Samuel Meengs Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area…

BETHEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Samuel Moye Memorial Scholarship Fund Purpose: This scholarship provides funding for Sports Registration Fees and Gift Cards for Sports Equipment so all Bethel students can participate in sports. The…

Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Samuel R. and Anna Barone Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Samuel R. and Anna Barone Scholarship, established by…

Educational Foundation of Lake County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship,…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Antonio Area African American Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The San Antonio Area African…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Antonio Area Foundation: Legacy Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The San Antonio Area Foundation's…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Diego Foundation: Athena Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview About Us We enable donors…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Diego Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The San Diego Kiwanis Foundation…

San Fernando Valley Audubon Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Fernando Valley Audubon Society Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Fernando Valley Audubon Society Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The San Fernando Valley…

SAN JOSE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

San José Learns Overview: San José Learns is dedicated to empowering young learners in grades TK-3 from under-resourced communities through high-quality out-of-school time programs. Background:…

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Manuel Cares Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The San Manuel Cares Grant Program, offered by the San Manuel Band of…

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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