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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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

More than $5 million awarded since 1991
CHICAGO FEDERATION OF LABOR AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarship Funder: Union Plus (AFL-CIO) Geographic Scope: United States Overview: Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5 million to students of working…

$150,000 total pool (varies by recipient)
INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarship Program Overview: The Union Plus Scholarship Program provides scholarships to union members, their spouses, and dependent children to help fund educational expenses. Geographic…

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE COUNTY AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarships Funder: Union Plus (available through Council 2) Geographic Scope: Available to union members and their families Overview: Union Plus Scholarships are presented annually to…

INTERNATIONAL UNION - UAW · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarships Program Overview: Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5 million to students of working families who want to begin or continue their…

INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarships for IBEW Families Overview: The Union Plus Scholarship program provides financial support to union members and their families pursuing higher education. Eligibility: - Union…

WORKER HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING GRANT · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarships Program Overview: Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5 million to students of working families who want to begin or continue their…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Union School Association Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Union School Association Scholarship, offered…

Unique Zan Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unique Zan Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unique Zan Foundation Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Unique Zan Foundation Grant aims to empower women through education and health…

Unique Zan Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unique Zan Foundation: Small Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unique Zan Foundation Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Unique Zan Foundation offers small grants to empower women in education and…

Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Airlines Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The United Airlines Trust Fund Grant, established…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The United Charitable Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, offers…

OSI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Community Scholarships Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Geographic Scope: Clark and Floyd County, Southern Indiana Focus Areas: Education, student scholarships Eligibility: -…

THE UNITED COMPANY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Company Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Company Foundation Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The United Company Foundation, established in 1986, provides grants to support…

UNITED WAY OF ROCK RIVER VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United for Literacy Initiative - Service Funding Stream Funder: United Way of Rock River Valley (UWRRV) Geographic Scope: Winnebago County, Illinois Focus Areas: - Early childhood literacy (ages 0-5…

St Luke's Methodist Church · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Methodist Men Scholarship Amount: $825 (awarded together with Cutrer Scholarship for combined total of $1,125) Purpose: To benefit students attending college or graduate school who need…

St Luke's Methodist Church · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Methodist Women Scholarship Fund Amount: $2,125 Established: May 1985 by the members of the St. Luke's chapter of UMW Purpose: To provide financial assistance for further education to members…

UNION SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

United Outdoors Conservation Fund Funder: Union Sportsmen's Alliance (USA) Overview: The United Outdoors Conservation Fund was unveiled in late 2018 to expand the USA's conservation footprint by…

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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