Grants for Education

Last updated June 21, 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?

SHICKLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Shickley Community Foundation Scholarships Funder: Shickley Community Foundation Inc (Nebraska, US) Geographic Scope: Shickley, Nebraska area Overview: The Shickley Community Foundation offers…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Hawai‘i Community Foundation Our Vision We envision an equitable and vibrant Hawai‘i where all of our island communities thrive. Our Mission We inspire generosity, advocate for equity, forge…

THE SHIKHAR & KRISTIN SAXENA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: (Resuming 2024) The Saxena Family Foundation has closed applications for grants for 2023. We will post the form back on the website when we are resuming applications._ Shikhar and…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Ann Mesher Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Central Alabama Community Foundation Established in 1987…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Bradway Serafin Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Shirley Bradway…

SHIRLEY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shirley Charitable Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Lewis McCune Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Overview The Pittsburgh Foundation Established in 1945, The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley M. Hurd Education Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Mudy Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Shirley Mudy Scholarship Fund, managed by the Crown Point…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shoemaker-Velarde Fine Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation Of The…

WORLD OF CHILDREN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The 2025 Sholl-Freede Family Education Award and grant will recognize organizations making extraordinary contributions to educate children through anti-hate and anti-bullying programming -…

$1,400 (1st place) and $700 (2nd place) per student; $300-$350 teacher honorariums
ARTS COUNCIL OF JOHNSON COUNTY · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Shooting Stars Scholarship Program Overview: The Shooting Stars Recognition, Scholarship & Awards Program was created in 1997 by former Arts Council of Johnson County chairman Bob Endres to celebrate…

SHOUP FOUNDATION XXXXX0008 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shoup Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shoup Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Shoup Foundation Grant supports Protestant churches and organizations aiding needy individuals…

AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

SHPE Austin Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview SHPE Austin Scholarship Fund Intend to pursue or…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NANTUCKET · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Shredder’s Studio Art Scholarship The purpose of the Fund shall be to provide scholarships to fund all or any portion of the college tuition of any graduate of Nantucket High School pursuing…

OMAHA SOUTH HIGH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SHS Annual Scholarships Funder: Omaha South High School Alumni Association Geographic Scope: Omaha South High School (SHS) seniors, Nebraska Overview: Annual scholarships awarded each year to SHS…

OMAHA SOUTH HIGH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SHS Endowed Scholarships Funder: Omaha South High School Alumni Association Geographic Scope: Omaha South High School (SHS) seniors, Nebraska Overview: Endowed scholarships provide perpetual awards…

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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