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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ANA-Illinois · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Student Nurse of the Year Award Overview: Recognizes an outstanding student nurse who exemplifies compassion, exceptional promise in clinical expertise, and academic achievement—the underpinnings of…

Illinois Nurses Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Nurse of the Year Award Funder: Illinois Nurses Foundation / ANA-Illinois Geographic Scope: Illinois Program Description: The Student Nurse of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding student…

THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF ANNISTON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Nurse Residency Program Funder: Regional Medical Center (RMC Health System) Geographic Scope: Anniston, Alabama Purpose: Provides nursing students with hands-on training and mentorship during…

IMPACT ON EDUCATION INC · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Student Opportunity Fund Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), Colorado Overview: The Student Opportunity Fund (formerly the Academic Opportunity Fund)…

GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Poster Competition Funder: Geological Society of Nevada (GSNV) Geographic Scope: Nevada, US Overview: A competition for student posters. Limited details available from the website. Contact:…

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Production Awards – Call for Entries Funder: National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Boston/New England Chapter Geographic Scope: Boston/New England region and National (with…

THE RICHMOND FORUM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Room Access Status: Active Geographic Scope: Richmond, Virginia region Focus Areas: Civic engagement, exposure to diverse viewpoints, speaker interaction, student networking Program…

Sanger Education Foundation Inc · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarship Geographic Scope: Sanger Independent School District (Sanger, Texas) Status: Active - Applications open October 15 annually Overview: Student Scholarships are awarded annually by…

WEST RIVER ELECTRIC ASSN INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarship Opportunity Status: Applications currently closed for 2026-2027 school year Geographic Scope: West River Electric Association service area, South Dakota Eligibility: - High school…

Up to $6,000 per year ($2,000 per quarter for up to 3 quarters)
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE FOUNDATION · May 8, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Program Description: The South Seattle College Foundation awards scholarships to support South Seattle College students based on financial need, personal history, academic merit,…

Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Overview: SUSD Foundation provides scholarships to high school seniors annually. Award Structure: - One scholarship for a male student - One scholarship for a female student…

MOUNT DORA COMMUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: Mount Dora Community Trust Geographic Scope: Northeast Lake County, Florida (Mount Dora, Eustis, Tavares, Sorrento area) Overview: Mount Dora Community Trust administers…

Varies by scholarship; ranges from $250 to full four-year scholarships (tuition, board, books)
THE STATELINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: Stateline Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Stateline area students; primarily serving high school graduates from Beloit Memorial High School (BMHS), Janesville…

Lake of the Woods Lions Club Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: Lake of the Woods Lions Club Geographic Scope: Orange County, Virginia Program Description: The LOW Lions provide annual scholarship grants to Orange County High School…

Varies by scholarship
GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Program Description: The Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation facilitates and distributes student scholarships to GCISD seniors who wish to pursue additional education and…

ST VRAIN VALLEY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: St. Vrain Valley Schools District, Colorado Eligibility: Students within St. Vrain Valley Schools District…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF JACKSON HOLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Scholarships Overview: Supporting students in their post-secondary educational pursuits. Geographic Scope: Teton County, Wyoming Eligibility: High school students from Teton County, Wyoming…

LA PALMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: La Palma Community Foundation Geographic Scope: City of La Palma and its residents Overview: The La Palma Community Foundation provides student scholarships as part of…

Lincoln Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Scholarships Funder: Lincoln Community Foundation Inc (Lincoln, Nebraska) Overview: Lincoln Community Foundation offers student scholarships. The foundation distributes scholarships to…

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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