Grants for Education

Last updated June 18, 2026

There are currently 15,385 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 San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The SD2 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 tackle…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Seay Family Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of…

$12,000 ($3,000 annually over 4 years)
THE SEED FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The SEED Foundation Scholarship Award Amount: $12,000 total, distributed equally over four continuous years ($3,000 annually) Purpose: Bridge the gap between financial aid and the full cost of…

THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Selley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Selley Foundation Grant, managed by the Greater New Orleans Foundation,…

SERVICE LEAGUE OF HICKORY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Service League Awards Scholarship Endowment Fund Funder: Service League of Hickory, Inc. Geographic Scope: Catawba County Public Schools, North Carolina Award Amount: $12,000 / $1,500 per…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The ShackLAX Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation…

SHAWN CARTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF) The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF) was founded on the belief that any motivated individual in need should have the opportunity to further his…

SHELBY OHIO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Shelby Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shelby Ohio Community Foundation of Richland County Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Shelby Foundation Grant aims to enhance community…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Shoot For The Future Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Shoot For The Future Scholarship Fund,…

SITKA AK PERMANENT CHARIT TR-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sitka Ak Permanent Charit Tr Main Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust,…

The Slemp Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Slemp Foundation Charitable Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The C. Bascom Slemp Foundation Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Slemp Foundation Charitable Grants aim to enhance the welfare,…

THE SLOMO AND CINDY SILVIAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Slomo and Cindy Silvian Foundation, Inc., was established by the late Cindy Silvian. Mr. and Mrs. Silvian were distinguished citizens of Long Beach, New York. They were well known and…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sofia Silva Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of…

ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sophie Kosiorek Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Sophie Kosiorek Scholarship, provided by the Erie Community…

$8,000 (2025 cycle)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER ROME INC · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

The Spiegelberg Memorial Fund Overview: Provides funding for the education and welfare of worthy and needy children in the Rome community. Geographic Scope: Rome, Georgia Focus: Education and welfare…

Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Spirit of St. Louis Women's…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sponsors Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Sponsors Scholarship Fund, established by the Community…

THE STANDARD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Standard's Corporate Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Standard Charitable Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Standard's Corporate…

THE STANZEL FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Stanzel Family Foundation General Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Stanzel Family Foundation Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Summary The Stanzel Family Foundation provides grants focused 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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