Grants for Education

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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AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The American Water Works Association is the world’s largest organization of water supply professionals. AWWA and its members recognize the importance of investing in students as the future…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ayden & Wyatt Brown Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Ayden & Wyatt Brown…

Approximately US $2,500
Florida Sea Grant · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aylesworth Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Sea Grant Amount: Approximately US $2,500 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Aylesworth Scholarship Award, offered by the…

TELECOMPIONEERS CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AZ/NM Chapter 66 Scholarships Purpose: To encourage qualified students to seek higher education beyond the secondary school level, and to provide financial assistance through scholarship awards.…

Up to $1,000 per year
TELECOMPIONEERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AZ/NM Chapter 66 Scholarships Purpose: To encourage qualified students to seek higher education beyond the secondary school level, and to provide financial assistance through the award of a…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Azalee Inman Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Azalee Inman Scholarship Fund, managed by the Community…

ARIZONA LODGING & TOURISM ASSOCIATION · April 19, 2026 · Annual Foundation

AzLTA Education Foundation Scholarship Award Amount: $4,000 Geographic Scope: Arizona Focus Areas: Students pursuing degrees in hotel and/or restaurant management, culinary arts, travel and tourism,…

BRADEN ABOUD MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

B STRONG Grant for School and Community Enrichment Funder: Braden Aboud Memorial Foundation (El Paso, TX) Geographic Scope: El Paso area Focus Areas: Youth enrichment, school and community programs…

BA & ESTHER GREENHECK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant: Above $5,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: B A And Esther Greenheck Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The B.A. & Esther…

BA & ESTHER GREENHECK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant: Under $5,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: B A And Esther Greenheck Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The B.A. & Esther…

ERIC A BAAE AND MARY C BAADE CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Eric A.…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baarson Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Baarson Family Scholarship at Montana State University provides financial…

BABCOCK RANCH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Babcock Ranch Foundation Scholarship Funder: Babcock Ranch Foundation Inc (FL, US) Geographic Scope: Charlotte County and Lee County, Florida Focus Areas: Education; support for students pursuing…

Boone County Health Center Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Babcock/Buckles Advanced Nursing Scholarship Funder: Boone County Health Center Foundation (established by Carol A. Buckles) Geographic Scope: Not specified; appears to be open to broader applicant…

$2,000 per scholarship (4 scholarships available)
BABYLON ROTARY FOUNDATION INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

Babylon Rotary Scholarship Funder: Babylon Rotary Club Award Amount: $2,000 per scholarship Number of Awards: 4 scholarships total Geographic Scope One student from each of the following communities…

Full Tuition + Room ($11,000) + Cash Award ($14,000)
EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Baccalaureate Scholarship Award Amount: - Full Tuition - Room: $11,000 ($1,375 x 8 semesters) - Cash Award: $14,000 ($1,750 x 8 semesters) Eligibility: - Minimum 30 ACT on national ACT test - Minimum…

BAY AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BACF: Education Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bay Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The BACF Education Mini Grants provide Bay and Arenac…

California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 21, 2025…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bachenberg, Leona and Henry Educational Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Bachenberg, Leona and…

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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