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.

15,381 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

$36,000 total (awarded to ~20 recipients)
THE OHIO MASONIC HOME · April 3, 2027 · Annual Foundation

The Ohio Masonic Communities Scholarship Program Overview: An endowment established by The Ohio Masonic Communities to provide tuition assistance for eligible full-time students. Eligibility: -…

BOYS' CLUB OF DULUTH · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

The Overman Award Funder: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland Background: The Overman Scholarship Fund was established in 1978 to honor the memory of Duluthians Ben Overman and his wife Jeanne…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Paramo Foundation Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary Overview Scranton Area Community Foundation For over 70 years,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Paris B. Swisher Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

Rotary Club of Parole (Annapolis) · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Parole Rotary Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rotary Club of Parole (Annapolis) Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Parole Rotary Foundation Grant,…

Full scholarship covering tuition, fees and books for up to two years
THE PATUXENT PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

THE PATUXENT PARTNERSHIP (TPP) PATHWAYS SCHOLARSHIP Funder: The Patuxent Partnership Inc (MD, US) Purpose: Awards graduating high school seniors who plan to attend College of Southern Maryland (CSM)…

THE NUCKOLLS FUND FOR LIGHTING EDUC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Paul M. Marantz Lighting Design Scholarship Overview: Scholarship program honoring Paul M. Marantz, supporting lighting design education. Recent News: Recent post titled "Lighting Design…

ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Pay-It-Forward Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Pay-It-Forward Scholarship, offered by the Erie Community Foundation,…

Up to US $50,000
CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

The PB&J Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charlottesville Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The PB&J Fund, established by the Charlottesville…

Governors State University Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Pedagogic Logics and Harms of Curricular Sequencing Funder: National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCTE) Administered by: Bradley Smith Overview A research project examining…

ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Peter C. Sotus, M.D. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Peter C. Sotus, M.D. Scholarship is part of the Erie Community…

NEW YORK STATE RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Peter Longo ProStart Scholarship Funder: New York State Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NYSRAEF) - Western NY Chapter Geographic Scope: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie,…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
ST LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Pettus Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: St Louis Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Pettus Foundation Grants focus on enhancing…

THE PEYTON ANDERSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Peyton Anderson Foundation Grant - Education Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Peyton Anderson Foundation Inc. Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Peyton Anderson Foundation Grant focuses on…

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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