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.

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AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION LOCAL 241 · July 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ATU Local 241 Scholarship Funder: Amalgamated Transit Union Local 241 Award Amount: Ten (10) awards of $1,000 each Geographic Scope: Illinois (Chicago area) Eligibility: - Child of member in good…

ATWOOD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Atwood Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Atwood Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Atwood Foundation Grant, established in 1962, supports Anchorage's youth and community…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Atz, Julia L. Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Julia L. Atz Scholarship Fund, established by…

$250,000 (fully funded as of January 2024)
The Ingram Lee Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Auburn University Scholarship Status: Fully funded annuity as of January 2024 Geographic Scope: Auburn University, Auburn, AL Overview: In 2021, the Board of Directors decided to include Auburn…

IFPDA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AUC Art Collective Curatorial Travel Grant Overview: Partnership program between IFPDA Foundation and Atlanta University Center Art History & Curatorial Studies Collective to support professional…

UNITED BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Audrey B. Mastroianni College Scholarship Program Organization: United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) Geographic Scope: National (United States) Program Purpose: Created by UBCF Executive Director…

NORTH GEORGIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Audrey Davenport Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Georgia Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Audrey Davenport Scholarship The Audrey…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Audrey L. Wright Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Audrey L. Wright Scholarship,…

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Audrey R. & J. Melvin Kelly Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

MONTANA AUDUBON · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Audubon Wildlife Fund Grants Funder: Montana Audubon Purpose: Support research and education projects directed toward wildlife habitat conservation in Montana. Funds are awarded from earnings…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Auer, Arthur and Hazel Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Arthur and Hazel Auer…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The Augusta Bar Foundation…

AUGUSTA HEALTH CARE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The scholarship is renewable annually for up to three years._ An anonymous donor established The Augusta Health Nursing Endowment Fund to support high school graduates pursuing a…

AURORA HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Aurora Center in Fond du Lac Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 nonrenewable Geographic Scope: Fond du Lac County and surrounding counties Eligibility: - Fond du Lac County residents - Enrolled in an…

AURORA HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Aurora Clinicians of Manitowoc County Scholarships Award Amount: $1,500 nonrenewable Number of Awards: 2 awarded annually Geographic Scope: Manitowoc County Eligibility: - High school or college…

Full tuition, books, and fees for associate degree
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Aurora Gives Scholarship Program Institution: Community College of Aurora Foundation Purpose: Dedicated to reducing the mounting $1.6 trillion student-loan debt in America. Focused on college access,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Fox…

AURORA HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Aurora Medical Center – Manitowoc County Scholarships Award Amount: $1,500 nonrenewable Number of Awards: 2 awarded annually Geographic Scope: Manitowoc County Eligibility: - High school or college…

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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