Back to School Program Organization: Great Khalid Foundation Inc Status: Active, need-based initiative Overview: Local, need-based initiative providing middle school children with new backpacks…
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.
Back to School with Brooke Packs Program Funder: The Brooke Jackman Foundation Inc (NY, US) Overview: The Back to School with Brooke Packs Program provides children in need with backpacks that…
Back to Work: Early Childhood Ed Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Colorado Partner: Colorado Department of Higher Education's COSI program Purpose: Provides education and training for…
Back to Work: Early Childhood Education Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) Overview: The Colorado Recovery Plan expands the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) grant to…
Back to Your Future Scholarship Program Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc Award Amount: $2,000 per scholarship Number of Awards: Five (5) scholarships available Purpose Designed to help adults who…
BackPack Program Geographic Scope: Putnam County School System, Tennessee Purpose: Provides weekly food bags to students experiencing food insecurity Key Information: - Serves over 800 children…
Backpack to School Program Type: Employee family support and intergenerational community service Overview: Backpack to School is a Vital Life Foundation initiative providing essential school supplies…
Bahamas Billfish Championship Award Award Amount: Up to US $15,000 per year Number of Awards: Two scholarships awarded annually Award Components: - One undergraduate scholarship in marine and…
Baide Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary Overview Montana State University was founded February 16, 1893, as one of the…
Bainbridge Community Foundation: Community Grants Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bainbridge Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $14,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Bainbridge…
Bainbridge Student Loan Fund Overview: Helps Bainbridge Island students pursue their post-secondary education goals by granting low-cost student loans to qualifying students. Award: Three $3,500…
Baker Boyer Sponsorships & Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baker Boyer Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary Baker Boyer is committed to building community legacies through sponsorships and…
Baker College Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program - Zero Cost Pathway Funder: State of Michigan ($2 million state grant) Partner Institutions: Glen Oaks Community College and Baker College…
Baker Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baker Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Baker Foundation Grant supports 501c3 non-profit…
Baker Student Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ACI Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Baker Student Fellowship, offered by the ACI Foundation,…
Balanced Calendar Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The Balanced Calendar Grant,…
Balfour Foundation Attleboro-Specific Charities Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation, established in 1973,…
Balfour Foundation- Educational Organizations Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation, established in 1973,…
Ball Brothers Foundation General Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ball Brothers Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Ball Brothers Foundation offers…
Ball Foundation Skilled Trades SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ball Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Ball Foundation Skilled Trades…
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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