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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UNITED FIREFIGHTERS OF LOS ANGELES CITY · November 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

UFLAC Fire Foundation Grants and Scholarships Funder: United Firefighters of Los Angeles City Fire Foundation (UFLACFF), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization created by IAFF Local 112 Geographic…

Up to $2,000
THE UGLI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

UGLI Club Grant Organization: The UGLI Foundation Location: Texas, US EIN: 86-2774239 Status: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization Overview The UGLI Club Grant is a grant-funded program to help schools…

United Heritage Charity Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: If you wish to receive funds by a particular date, please ensure that United Heritage Charity Foundation receives the Donation Request no less than eight weeks prior. Each Focus Area…

Up to $3,000 in matching funds annually
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION & ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UHS Grad Night Sustained Fund Overview: The UHS Foundation and Alumni Association has created a sustainable fund to support the annual Senior Grad Night Party, which keeps seniors safe and celebrates…

UNITED JEWISH APPEAL-FEDERATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UJA Day School Tuition Fund Overview: The UJA Day School Tuition Fund is designed to broaden access to Jewish day school education and support families seeking a deeper connection to Jewish life. Key…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Ujima Legacy Fund will not award grants in 2024. The membership has elected to take this year and next to build its endowment and ensure more consistent funding for future…

£250 (1st prize); £50 (runners-up); books for school library
INTERNATIONAL CHURCHILL SOCIETY · November 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

UK Annual Writing Award: 'Pleasure in the Task of Writing' Funder: The Churchill Centre – UK Award Amount: - First prize: £250 to student + books for school library - Runners-up prizes: £50 each +…

SIOR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Ukraine Real Estate School Education Grant Status: Completed (awarded August 2024) Geographic Scope: International (Ukraine) Focus Areas: Real estate reconstruction and recovery education Award…

US $2,500 - US $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ulster County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of…

Approximately US $63,066
University of Maryland · Rolling / Open Foundation

UMD President’s Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Maryland Amount: Approximately US $63,066 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The UMD President’s Scholarship is a…

United Methodist Memorial Home Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UMMH Employee/Huntington University Scholarship Funder: United Methodist Memorial Home (UMMH) in collaboration with Huntington University Geographic Scope: Indiana (awarded by Huntington University)…

University of Minnesota · Rolling / Open Foundation

UMN Graduate School: Co-Sponsorship Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Minnesota Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The University of Minnesota's Co-Sponsorship…

Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Grant Guidelines Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, continues to believe in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community…

$2,500 per scholarship (two awarded)
UNITED MINE WORKERS OF AMERICA · September 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UMWA-Lorin E. Kerr Scholarship Program Description: Two scholarships awarded annually to help individuals pursue undergraduate degrees in any field at accredited colleges or universities in the…

Varies (endowment of $50,000+)
CHILDREN'S WELL-BEING LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UNCA Scholarship Overview: An endowed need-based scholarship established in 2004 to support Buncombe County residents attending the University of North Carolina at Asheville. Endowment Details: -…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UNCF STEM Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Overview UNCF STEM Scholars Program The UNCF STEM…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UNCF/Teradyne STEM Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview UNCF/Teradyne STEM Scholarship…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Uncle Al Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Uncle Al Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine Community Foundation,…

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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