Grants for Education

Last updated June 22, 2026

There are currently 15,375 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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NORTHWEST PLUS CREDIT UNION · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Scholarship+ Funder: Northwest Plus Credit Union (WA, US) Program Overview: Scholarship+ is an annual scholarship program open to Northwest Plus CU members interested in advancing their education or…

STOUGHTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stoughton Area Community Foundation Scholarships Funder: Stoughton Area Community Foundation Inc (SACF) Geographic Scope: Stoughton, Wisconsin area Status: Active program Program Overview The…

CELEBRATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Celebration Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Osceola County, Florida Program Purpose: Celebration Foundation's scholarship program was established to demonstrate support for high…

$178,505+ (awarded in 2025 across 80 scholarships)
SHENANDOAH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Geographic Scope: Shenandoah County, Virginia and surrounding areas Purpose: To support students in expanding their educational horizons through financial assistance Selection Criteria:…

$55,000
CHERRY CREEK SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Cherry Creek Schools Foundation (CCSF) Geographic Scope: Cherry Creek School District (CCSD), Colorado Current Year Impact: $55,000 awarded in scholarships Scholarship Programs:…

$500 - $6,500
THE GUILFORD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Overview: Scholarship programs sourced from named charitable funds established with The Guilford Foundation. Scholarships are managed in partnership with Guilford High School (GHS)…

STEARNS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Stearns Electric Association Trust Program Type: Educational scholarship program Geographic Scope: Central Minnesota (Stearns, Todd, Morrison, Kandiyohi, Pope, and Douglas…

GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Geological Society of Nevada (GSNV) Geographic Scope: Nevada, US Overview: Scholarship opportunities available through the Geological Society of Nevada. Limited details available…

THE VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Purpose: Scholarship funding (specific details vary) Application Deadline: Varies How to Apply: Contact the School Guidance Counselor Contact: Sandra Arburr, Grants and Nonprofit Support…

WINDHAM ENDOWMENT FOR COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Windham Endowment for Community (NH, US) Geographic Scope: Windham, New Hampshire Overview: Scholarship opportunities offered by the Windham Endowment for Community to support…

ARLINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Geographic Scope: Arlington County, VA Purpose: Provide scholarship funding to students in the Arlington area. Types of Scholarships - Technical Education Scholarship: Supports students…

DAVIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Davie Community Foundation Scholarships Overview: Scholarship programs for students in Davie County Programs Offered: - Joe Lefler Legacy Scholarship - General scholarships for Davie County students…

HASTINGS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Geographic Scope: Hastings, Nebraska area Overview: The Hastings Community Foundation provides scholarship funding to support educational opportunities for local students and residents.…

COASTAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Organization: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Geographic Scope: Coastal South Carolina (nine-county service area: Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester,…

MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarship Program Funder: Manatee Community Foundation Program Type: Multiple scholarship funds for students Geographic Scope: Manatee County, Florida Award Amounts: In 2016, 47 scholarships…

Over $50,000 (collectively awarded last year)
WAHOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Wahoo Public Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Wahoo, Nebraska Target Audience: Wahoo High School seniors Program Details WSPF is honored to administrate and award over 40…

Naperville Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Organization: Naperville Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Naperville 203 School District, Illinois Status: Program exists but detailed information not provided in extracted website…

Over $400,000 annually to more than 200 students
CENTRE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Overview: Centre Foundation administers a variety of scholarships to support education of students in Centre County and certain out-of-county school districts. The foundation provides…

$500 per scholarship
LOUDON COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholarships Purpose: Support high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education. Geographic Scope: Loudon County and Lenoir City School Systems, Tennessee Eligibility: High school seniors from: -…

Western Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholarships Funder: Western Kansas Community Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-county service area in western Kansas Background: The Western Kansas Community Foundation offers 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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