Grants for Education

Last updated June 19, 2026

There are currently 15,381 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?

THE CHISHOLM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Chisholm Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chisholm Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Chisholm Foundation offers grants to support arts, education, and religion…

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TIMBERLINE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Chopra-Bakshi Scholarship at Woodstock School Status: Active Donors: Dr. Gita Chopra Bakshi and Dr. Ajay Bakshi (practicing physicians in Bethesda, Maryland) Geographic Scope: Uttarakhand, India…

University of Missouri - St. Louis · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Christensen Fund Graduate Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Missouri - St. Louis Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Christensen Fund Graduate Fellowship in Plant…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Christie H. Meadows Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Christie H. The next deadline for this…

EL PASO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Classroom Fund Status: Applications are currently OPEN as of April 2026 Organization: El Paso Community Foundation Geographic Scope: El Paso, Southern New Mexico, and Ciudad Juárez region…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Coco Gauff Tennis Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $8,500 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Overview The Coco Gauff Tennis Scholarship…

Virginia Historical Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Commonwealth History Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Historical Society Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Commonwealth History Fund, established by the Virginia Museum of…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · February 16, 2027 · Annual Foundation

The Community Scholarship Fund Funder: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Geographic Scope: Rappahannock River Region (Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, and Caroline counties,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Community Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Como Farm Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of the…

Restoration of America Foundation Inc · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

The Constitution Scholarship Funder: Restoration of America Foundation Inc (Florida, US) Program Status: Active and accepting applications Geographic Scope: United States (all 50 states eligible)…

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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