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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What grants for education are open right now?

THE SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

SFF: Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Francisco Foundation Amount: US $6,500 - US $40,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Murphy Award and Cadogan…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sgt. Rodney M. Davis, USMC (MOH) Memorial Scholarship Fund Type: Two separate scholarship funds Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia in partnership with 1/5 Vietnam Veterans Purpose: Honor…

SHADOW WOOD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Shadow Wood Scholarship Program Funder: Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation (Florida) Status: Active; 2025 application process updates pending Geographic Scope: Southwest Florida (Lee, Collier,…

The David & Linda Shaheen Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Foundation History Beginning in 2001, Linda and David Shaheen have devoted their time and energies to advancing the social and physical well being of individuals through support of programs…

Arts Midwest Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shakespeare in American Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Midwest Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Shakespeare in American Communities Grant,…

Native Forward Scholars Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Native Forward Scholars Fund Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary Overview Native Forward awards are allocated based on…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shanna Stoffer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Shanna Stoffer Memorial Scholarship, offered by the…

SOCIETY OF HEALTH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

SHAPE America: Major of the Year Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society Of Health And Physical Educators Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The SHAPE America Major of the Year Award…

The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Share the Bounty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Share the Bounty Grant, offered by The Andersons Inc Charitable…

Iowa Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shared Visions Preschool Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Department of Education Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary Overview Overview and General Information In 1988, the Iowa…

Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship,…

Randolph Electric Membership Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharing Success Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Randolph Electric Membership Corporation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2025 Summary The Sharing Success Community Grants,…

Nova Southeastern University Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Shark Enhancement Program Purpose: Assist students by improving their overall academic performance and engagement with the Nova Southeastern University community Award Amount: $100 per participant…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharma Family Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary Overview What We Do At the…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharon Center School Millennium Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Sharon Center…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharon E. Burrows Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Sharon E. Burrows Scholarship, established in memory…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharon Orloski Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Amount: US $500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Sharon Orloski…

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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