Small Grants Overview: Small grants may be awarded for purposes such as purchasing supplies or equipment for workshops or research, mycological books, conducting educational events such as forays and…
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 state and 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.
What grants for education are open right now?
Small Grants Geographic Scope: Missoula-area nonprofits Focus Areas - Arts & Culture - Education - Community Care Overview Each year, the Missoula Community Foundation offers small grants to area…
Small Grants Program Award Amount: $500 - $2,500 Geographic Scope: Ada County, Idaho Funder: Greater Boise Rotary Foundation (GBRF) Eligibility - Organizations must be exempt from federal tax under…
Small Grants Program Status: Actively accepting applications Geographic Scope: Southwest Minnesota service area (Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Yellow Medicine, and portions of Cottonwood, Lac qui Parle,…
Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…
Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…
Small Grants That Enrich Communities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Amcor Cares Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Small Grants That Enrich…
Small Learning Communities Grants Overview: Seed funding for the design and growth of public Small Learning Communities targeting students not well served by existing schooling systems. Background:…
Small Project Competitive Grants Type: Grant for smaller projects Award Amount: Projects less than $750 Focus Areas: - Curriculum development - Seed money projects - Holistic health initiatives…
Smallwood Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frances C. and William P. Smallwood Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Smallwood Foundation Grant supports charitable purposes…
Smart & Final Charitable Foundation Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Smart & Final Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Smart & Final Charitable Foundation focuses…
Smart Family Scholarship - Cheerleader Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Crestview High School Focus Areas: Athletic involvement (cheerleading) Eligibility: - Cheerleader - Positive…
Smart Garden Products Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: David Colegrave Foundation Amount: Up to £2,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Smart Garden Products Student…
Smart Justice Spark Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michelson 20MM Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Michelson Smart Justice Initiative offers Smart Justice…
Long-term grant funding for SMART Program under Section 31ff, extending through June 30, 2027.
Smart Start of Forsyth County Pre-K Scholarships Overview: Smart Start of Forsyth County offers ten scholarships of $1,000 each to help local families access high-quality preschool programs. These…
Smart Start Requests for Proposals Overview: Guilford County Partnership for Children (GCPC) allocates over $5 million annually in Smart Start funding to support young children, families, and early…
Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Program Program Type: Teacher recognition and professional development program Overview: The Veterans of Foreign Wars selects elementary,…
SMCF Scholarship Funder: Shenandoah Medical Center Foundation (SMCF) Geographic Scope: Local high school seniors Focus Areas: Healthcare careers Overview: The Shenandoah Medical Center Foundation…
SMETA Grants Overview: The San Mateo-Foster City Education Foundation partners with SMETA to provide grants to bring visions to life. Geographic Scope: San Mateo-Foster City School District (SMFCSD),…
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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