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?

CHICAGO SECTION OF THE INSTITUTE OF FOOD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University of Illinois Graduate Student Teaching Assistantship Funder: Chicago Section IFT (CSIFT) Geographic Scope: University of Illinois, Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition Overview:…

$180,000 of $250,000 annuity funded
The Ingram Lee Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University of New Haven Scholarship Status: Annuity in progress (needs $70,000 more to fully fund) Geographic Scope: University of New Haven, West Haven, CT Overview: In 2022, the Ingram Lee…

Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

University of North Georgia (UNG) ROTC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The University of North…

$254,000 (fully funded as of 2021)
The Ingram Lee Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University of Notre Dame Scholarship Status: Fully funded annuity as of 2021 Geographic Scope: University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN Overview: The Ingram Lee Foundation included the University of…

$250,000 (fully funded as of January 2024)
The Ingram Lee Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University of Texas Scholarship Status: Fully funded annuity as of January 2024 Geographic Scope: University of Texas, Austin, TX Overview: The Ingram Lee Foundation has fully funded the $250,000…

CHS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Interested students or clubs should contact their college of ag office to apply as application and award timelines vary._  University Partnerships The CHS Foundation cultivates…

Approximately $6,000 per student
HOPE ALIVE INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University Scholarship Fund Overview: Hope Alive! created this fund to support exceptional students in pursuing bachelor's degrees in Uganda after completing their associate's degree through the…

Full scholarship for four-year term
GIVE TO LEARN TO GROW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

University Scholarships Overview: Give to Learn to Grow provides fully paid scholarships for teaching degrees to qualified young women and men pursuing higher education in East Africa. Geographic…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unknown Donor Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary Overview The Pittsburgh Foundation Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh…

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UNT Alumni Association Scholarship Program Status: Active, ongoing program Geographic Scope: University of North Texas students Overview: Each year the UNT Alumni Association awards deserving…

Varies (recent awards: $500 - $20,000)
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Untold Stories Community Grants Purpose: A discretionary grant program supporting educators who are actively promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, or those who seek to broaden…

Up to $10,000 over four years
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UOAA Board of Directors Scholarship Award Amount: Up to $10,000 over four years of undergraduate study Geographic Scope: Incoming students from Oregon Eligibility: - Incoming students from Oregon -…

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UOAA Chapter and Group Scholarships Award Amount: $1,000 - $3,000 (awarded for one year only) Geographic Scope: Various chapters including Desert Ducks (Arizona), Chicago Ducks, Denver Ducks, Hawai'i…

Up to $36,000 over four years
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UOAA Presidential Scholarships Award Amount: Up to $36,000 over four years of undergraduate study Geographic Scope: Incoming students from Oregon Eligibility: - Incoming students from Oregon…

UPPER PENINSULA ENVIRONMENTAL COALITION · January 11, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UPEC Environmental Education Grants Funder: Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition (UPEC) Status: Application window for 2026 round is closed. Next round (2027) will be announced in December 2026.…

OPPORTUNITY FINANCE NETWORK · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Uplift America Fund Status: Past initiative Overview: A partnership that leveraged federal resources, bank financing, and private grants to target capital to persistently low-wealth areas. Made…

Approximately US $5,000
COASTAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

UPLIFT Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The UPLIFT Scholarship,…

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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