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?

STULLER FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stuller Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stuller Family Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Stuller Family Foundation Grant supports innovative solutions to community…

Sturgis Area Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sturgis Area Community Foundation Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund, part of the Sturgis…

Up to $4,000 per student per year; average $1,000 per student
River City Community Development Center · May 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Successbuilders Scholarship Fund Funder: River City Community Development Center Geographic Scope: Chicago, IL (West Humboldt Park area) Focus Areas: Post-secondary education support for students…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sue & Sidney Magnes Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary Overview About Community Foundation of South Alabama Since…

IRISH SETTER CLUB OF AMERICA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sue Mertens Memorial Junior Scholarship Purpose: Honors the memory of Sue Mertens, a longtime Irish Setter enthusiast whose commitment to the breed and sport made a lasting impact. Supports junior…

HOSPITALITY MN EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sue Zelickson Scholarship Funder: Offered by Women Who Really Cook Geographic Scope: Minnesota Overview: The Sue Zelickson Scholarship supports women in Minnesota who are pursuing education in…

SUFFOLK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Suffolk Foundation: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Suffolk Foundation Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Suffolk Foundation's Community Impact Grants Program supports…

ST MARY'S COLLEGE OF MARYLAND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sum Primus Program Overview: "Sum Primus" is Latin for "I am First." A comprehensive support network for first-generation college students, providing mentoring and community building. Eligibility: -…

INSTITUTE FOR STUDY ABROAD INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer & Fall 2026 Travel Grant Status: Ongoing sweepstakes Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Award: 20 total $1,000 study abroad grants - 10 awards for Fall 2026 programs - 10 awards for…

South Carolina Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Arts Education Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Summer Arts Education Project Grants,…

OCEANFIRST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Camp Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: OceanFirst Foundation Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The OceanFirst Foundation is offering Summer Camp Grants totaling $75,000 to support nonprofits…

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Campus Experiences Scholarship Purpose: Provides scholarships for UA 10th-11th grade students to attend high school summer campus experiences to build skills in college readiness and academic…

ALPHA SIGMA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Enrichment Scholarship Funder: Alpha Sigma Foundation Geographic Scope: Members of Alpha Sigma (Chi Psi) fraternity, primarily at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Focus Areas:…

APPALACHIAN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Field School Status: Offered (2024 form referenced; current status should be verified) Geographic Scope: Southwest Virginia, Central Appalachia Overview: Eight on-farm classes providing…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Health Care Internship Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Summer Health Care Internship…

FRIENDS OF MALHEUR NATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Internships - Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Timing: Summer (peak activity period for Refuge field research and visitor services) Geographic Scope: Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Oregon…

LOUISVILLE BAR FOUNDATION INC · June 20, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Summer Law Institute 2026 Overview: An immersive week-long day program for high school students interested in exploring careers in the legal profession. Students develop advocacy skills and connect…

City of Boston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Learn & Earn Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: Up to US $36,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary Overview Summer Learn and Earn Program The Summer Learn 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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