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.

15,375 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

State Media Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The State Media Assistance Grant, offered by the National…

THE HEALTH COLLABORATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

State of Ohio Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) Grant Funder: State of Ohio, Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation Status: Active - The Health Collaborative has received this grant for three…

ALLIANCE FOR EARLY SUCCESS FKA · Rolling / Open Foundation

State Policy Advocacy Grants Overview: The Alliance for Early Success provides grants to state early childhood policy organizations as unconditional, general operating grants (core operating…

STATE STREET FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

State Street Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State Street Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The State Street Foundation Grant supports nonprofits and NGOs that promote…

$35 million per year
Education Grants · Rolling / Open State

Ongoing funding provided through House Bill 2007 (2025) for state summer learning grants beginning with summer 2025. Supports summer learning opportunities for students.

US $20,000 - US $80,000
Oregon Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

State Summer Learning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Department of Education Amount: US $20,000 - US $80,000 Last Updated: June 13, 2025 Summary The State Summer Learning Grants, administered…

Arizona Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

State Tutoring Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Department of Education Last Updated: January 08, 2024 Summary The State Tutoring Grant, administered by the Arizona Department of Education, aims…

State Department of Education · Rolling / Open State

State-Aided Educational Institutions To provide enrichment and special needs services to Maryland school students and teachers. Services must be experiences that cannot be provided in the regular…

US $30,000 - US $100,000
Z SMITH REYNOLDS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

State-Level Systemic Change Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation Amount: US $30,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation invites…

US $500 - US $2,500
Stater Bros Charities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stater Bros Charities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stater Bros Charities Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary Stater Bros. Charities Grant supports nonprofit…

$1,000,000 per state
ACCELERATE - THE NATIONAL COLLABORATIVE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

States Leading Recovery Program Funder: Accelerate - The National Collaborative Website: accelerate.us Contact: [email protected] Program Overview Accelerate's States Leading Recovery program is…

IDAHO STEM ACTION CENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Statewide Funding Opportunity This grant opportunity is for statewide organizations that align with STEM AC’s mission and vision. Please submit programs that are properly aligned. Programs…

Alaska State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Statewide Teaching Artist Roster (STAR) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska State Council on the Arts Last Updated: April 24, 2025 Summary The Statewide Teaching Artist Roster (STAR) Grants provide…

Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Stavros Niarchos Foundation Grant The Stavros Niarchos…

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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