Grants for Education

Last updated June 15, 2026

There are currently 15,403 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?

LAKE WASHINGTON COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Transforming Lives Awards Overview: The Washington State Association of College Trustees (ACT) created the Transforming Lives Awards program in 2012 to recognize current or former students whose…

ORANGE COUNTY WOMENS TRANSPORTATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WTS Orange County Transportation Academy Overview: An educational program introducing students to careers and education in transportation. Geographic Scope: Orange County, California Program…

St Joseph County Parks Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Transportation Assistance Grant Organization: Friends of Bendix Woods and Spicer Lake (in partnership with St. Joseph County Parks Foundation) Overview: This grant program provides funding to help…

$5.00 per student, up to $500.00 total
Conner Prairie Museum Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transportation Fund Purpose: Reimbursement program to support field trips for economically disadvantaged students. Geographic Scope: Indiana (schools must be verified by the Indiana Department of…

$5.00 per student up to $500.00 total
Conner Prairie Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transportation Fund Overview: The Transportation Fund provides reimbursement to support school field trip transportation costs to Conner Prairie for economically disadvantaged students. Geographic…

The Dixon Gallery & Gardens Endowment Fund · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Transportation Funding Request Overview: The Dixon Gallery & Gardens provides funding to cover transportation costs for school groups and facilities visiting the museum. Geographic Scope: Not…

Pasadena Audubon Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

Travel / Conference Scholarship Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pasadena Audubon Society Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Pasadena Audubon Society offers scholarships…

Partners In Island Education Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Travel & Education Scholarship Organization: Partners In Island Education Inc (PIE) Geographic Scope: Vinalhaven, Maine; supports travel and study abroad opportunities Focus Areas: Educational…

UNC HUSSMAN SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Travel Funding for Academic Programs Purpose: Funding for travel related to academic programs Geographic Scope: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media students Eligibility: - UNC Hussman…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Travel Paso Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation San Luis…

Road Runners Club of America · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Traverse City Track Club Scholarship Endowment Overview: The Traverse City Track Club Charitable Giving Scholarship Program is dedicated to supporting students seeking higher education who have…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Travis Companies Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $4,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary Overview About Us As the community foundation for…

William B Travis Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Travis Foundation Grant Request Program Funder: William B. Travis Foundation Inc Location: Houston, TX 77009 Contact Information: - Phone: (713) 997-2947 - Email: president@travisfoundation.org -…

MARYLAND NURSES ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Travis Nursing Scholarship Funder: Nursing Foundation of Maryland Award Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Maryland Overview Established to honor the memory of the mother of long-time MNA/ANA member, Dr.…

TREC COMMUNITY INVESTORS · Rolling / Open Foundation

TREC Community Investors Grants Funder: TREC Community Investors Geographic Scope: Dallas, Texas - specifically targeted for Dallas Catalyst Project neighborhoods (Mill City and Forest District)…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
NATIONAL ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Alabama Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Arbor Day Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Tree…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
NATIONAL ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Alaska Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Arbor Day Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: November 16, 2025 Summary The Tree…

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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