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 state and 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.

15,381 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Joseph L. Ruby Student Scholarship Funder: Direction Home Akron Canton Foundation Geographic Scope: Portage, Stark, Summit, and Wayne Counties, Ohio Purpose: Recognizes and supports students…

ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Joseph Michael Kulka Jr. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Joseph Michael Kulka Jr. Scholarship, offered by The LGBT…

Point Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kadel & Gerhardt Internships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Point Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Kadel & Gerhardt Internships, funded by the Point…

THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kansas City Royals Foundation Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royals Charities Inc. Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Kansas City Royals Foundation Grants Program has distributed…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Katherine P. Douglas Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Katy Stone Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Long Beach Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: June 05, 2025 Summary The Katy Stone Memorial Fund honors the…

KAULIG FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kaulig Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kaulig Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Kaulig Foundation grants aim to enhance the well-being of children and families in…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kent Flanagan Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The Kent Flanagan Memorial Scholarship, established…

Up to $3,600 annually
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Key Grant Scholarship Award Type: Needs-based scholarship Amount: Up to $3,600 annually Geographic Scope: National University students Eligibility: Students with financial need Focus: Making…

NZ $3,000 - NZ $15,000
Perpetual Guardian · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kingdom Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perpetual Guardian Amount: NZ $3,000 - NZ $15,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Kingdom Foundation Grant, provided by Perpetual…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kiwanis Club of Cape Fear Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF")…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The LadyAID Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The LadyAID Scholarship Fund, established by the GRAMMY…

LARRY W MCCURDY FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Larry W. McCurdy Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Larry W McCurdy Family Foundation Tr Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 01, 2026 Summary The Larry W. McCurdy…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Larry Waters Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview The San Diego Foundation We enable donors and nonprofit partners 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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