Grants for Education

Last updated June 20, 2026

There are currently 15,377 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?

ALFRED P SLOAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

STEM Higher Education Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alfred P Sloan Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The STEM Higher Education Grant Program, funded by the Alfred P. Sloan…

Mini-grants (specific amount not stated)
WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

STEM Like ME!® Grants for Teachers Funder: Washington State STEM Education Foundation Overview: Mini-grant program providing local teachers with funding to encourage STEM-related programming in their…

$10,000 per year for up to 4 years
Albany State University Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

STEM Scholars Program (Communities Leveraged to Advance Scholars Success - CLASS) Funder: National Science Foundation - Division of Undergraduate Education (Award #2221574) Geographic Scope: Albany…

$14,000 - $17,000
SAN DIEGO EDUCATION FUND · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

STEM Scholarship Funder: San Diego Education Fund (CA, US) Status: 2026 application period open (closes March 27, 2026) Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California Focus Areas: Science,…

IDAHO STEM ACTION CENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

STEM-ID Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Stem Action Center Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The STEM-ID Scholarship offers ten $3,000 awards to Idaho…

Pool & Hot Tub Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Step into Swim Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Swimming Pool Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Step Into Swim initiative aims to increase swimming participation…

WINTER HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Step Up for Students Scholarship Funder: Step Up for Students Geographic Scope: Florida Eligibility: Students K-12 attending Winter Haven Christian School who otherwise might not be able to attend…

CHESTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephan P. Hagelauer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chester County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Stephan…

At least $4,000 annually when fully funded
ALLIANT EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stephanie Byers-Bell Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Alliant University, with initial focus on Los Angeles campus Award Amount: At least $4,000 per year when endowment is fully funded; can be…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephanie Gorsh Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $800 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Stephanie Gorsh Memorial Scholarship…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen A. Johnston Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen and Karen Kohler Clegg Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission The Community…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen D. Tanner Children’s Enrichment Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The…

BEAUMONT FOUNDATION OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen F. Austin Scholarship Funder: Beaumont Foundation of America Overview: Scholarship program offered by the Beaumont Foundation of America for students attending Stephen F. Austin State…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen J. Roy Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Stephen…

BLUE GRASS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen L. Keller Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Grass Community Foundation, Inc. Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Stephen L. Keller Scholarship, provided…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen L. Ross Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Stephen L. Ross Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen Lankester Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stephen Madry Peck, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about…

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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