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.

15,403 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

UNITED STATES MARSHALS MUSEUM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

U.S. Marshals Museum Summer Camp Scholarships Organization: United States Marshals Museum Geographic Scope: Arkansas (Fort Smith, AR) Program Description: Scholarship funding for students to attend…

Scholarship America Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scholarship America Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships aim to…

$50 - $2,500 typical donation range; Scholarships $2,000 one year; Teacher Grants $250-$500 one year; School curriculum projects $2,500-$5,000
UNION CITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UC Alumni Association Their Future Fund Purpose: Ongoing support for Union City schools through alumni donations Geographic Scope: Union City, Indiana Focus Areas: - Student Scholarships - Teacher…

UNION CITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

UC Education Foundation Major Gifts Program Purpose: Formal Education Foundation structure to secure and manage substantial gifts from major donors, created in 2018 following best practices for…

50% of tuition fees
AFRICAN AMERICAN IRISH DIASPORA NEWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UCD Smurfit Howard Scholarship Funder: African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN) partnership with University College Dublin (UCD) Smurfit School and Howard University. Additional funding from…

UPPER CUMBERLAND ELECTRIC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UCEMC Cares Grant Program Program Funder: Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) Geographic Scope: Upper Cumberland region served by UCEMC (Jackson, Overton, Putnam, and Smith…

TURKISH PHILANTHROPY FUNDS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Üçok Family Scholarship Fund Status: Active (mentioned in navigation) Geographic Scope: Turkey and Turkey-US Focus Areas: - Education scholarships - Family scholarship program Overview: Part of…

Up to $1,000 (larger amounts considered case-by-case)
UPPER DARBY ARTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UDAEF Grants for Upper Darby School District Initiatives Overview: The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation (UDAEF) rewards innovative educational initiatives that enrich and enhance the…

UEBERROTH FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ueberroth Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ueberroth Family Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Ueberroth Family Foundation, established in 1984, focuses on empowering…

$3,000 per award; minimum 14 scholarships awarded annually ($42,000 total)
UMATILLA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UEC Academic Scholarship Purpose: Designed to encourage and recognize the academic achievements of UEC members and/or their dependent children to assist with college education. Geographic Scope:…

UMATILLA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UEC Electrical Engineering Scholarship Purpose: Designed to encourage college students who have completed their freshman year to pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering-Power Systems. Geographic…

UMATILLA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UEC Lineman College Scholarship Purpose: To support students pursuing lineman trade education. Overview: Applications for the Lineman Trade Scholarship are available online only. Additional details…

ZOO MIAMI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UF Ron Magill Scholarship Funder: Zoo Miami Foundation Inc (FL, US) in partnership with University of Florida Overview: A scholarship program at the University of Florida supporting students in…

UNITED FOOD AND COMMERCIAL WORKERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship Funder: UFCW Charity Foundation Award Amount: Up to $8,000 per scholarship Award Frequency: At least 8 scholarships awarded over a four-year period Geographic…

UFCW CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UFCW International Charity Foundation Scholarship Status: Program referenced on UFCW Local One website (Note: Last cited deadline was April 14, 2023, which is in the past relative to today's date of…

UFCW CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC INC · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UFCW Local One College Scholarship Program Program Name: Local One BIG Scholarship Program Status: Active (2026 application cycle now open) Focus Area: Educational funding for college and trade…

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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