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

Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 nonrenewable Geographic Scope: Winnebago and surrounding counties Eligibility: - Residents of Winnebago and surrounding counties -…

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

Aurora Oshkosh Family Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 nonrenewable Geographic Scope: Winnebago and surrounding counties Eligibility: - All Aurora teammates and family members residing in Winnebago…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ausmus G. Wells Memorial Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Ausmus G. The next…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin Bice Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Austin Bice Memorial Scholarship,…

THE AUSTIN E KNOWLTON FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin E. Knowlton Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin E Knowlton Foundation Inc. Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Austin E. Knowlton Foundation Grant, established in 1981,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin Education Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies Amount: Approximately US $3,400 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Austin…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin J. Hart Entrepreneurial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

Sliding scale (50-100% of fees)
Film Society of Austin Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Austin Public Scholarships Funder: Austin Film Society - Austin Public division Geographic Scope: Austin, Texas area Purpose: Provide fee reductions and waivers for producer certification, classes,…

THE DOUG FLUTIE JR FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Autism Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Autism Community Impact Grant by…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Autism Education Fund Established: 2012 Purpose: To support local autism education-related programs or organizations that benefit individuals, families and educators within the Dan River Region.…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE AUTO CLUB GROUP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Auto Club Group Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Auto Club Group Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Auto Club Group Foundation focuses…

THE AUTZEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Autzen Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Autzen Foundation Last Updated: February 14, 2025 Summary The Autzen Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations improving Oregon through social…

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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