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 state and 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?

LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Upper Bucks Community Foundation Fund of LVCF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lehigh Valley Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Upper Bucks…

LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Upper Bucks Community Fund - Richard E. Gasser Fund Program Type: Community grants for technology, science, and technology-related programs Geographic Scope: - Upper Bucks County, Pennsylvania -…

Full or partial tuition
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE PULP & · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Upper Class Student Scholarship Funder: University of Maine Pulp & Paper Foundation Geographic Scope: University of Maine Focus Areas: Engineering education; pulp and paper industry careers…

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Upper School Study Abroad Program Purpose: University Academy Foundation provides scholarships to University Academy Sophomores and Juniors who participate in summer travel experiences through…

More than US $2,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Upper Valley Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Upper Valley Fund Grant,…

LAKE-SUMTER STATE COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Upward Bound (TRiO Program) Funder: U.S. Department of Education Amount: $1,300,000 (5-year renewal grant) Program Type: Federal TRiO Program Geographic Scope: Lake County, Florida Target Population:…

SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Upward Bound Program Program Type: Federal TRIO grant under U.S. Department of Education Overview: A federally funded program designed to increase college access and educational opportunities for…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban & Margaret Hipp Family Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

AMERICAN PUBLIC GARDENS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Urban Agriculture Resilience Program  In 2020, the United States Botanic Garden (USBG) and the American Public Gardens Association (the Association) initiated the Urban Agriculture…

MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban Edible Garden Grant Status: Listed on MAEF website (2019 Urban Edible Garden Grant page exists) Geographic Scope: Maryland (focus on urban areas) Focus: Urban edible gardens for educational…

City Of Austin · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban Forest Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Of Austin Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Urban Forest Grant, funded by the City of Austin, aims to enhance the city's urban forest through…

Paid training (amount unspecified)
ATLANTA BELTLINE PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program (UFOR) Overview: A workforce development program that serves as a starting point for young adults to acquire entry-level urban forestry skills, learn how to…

$10,000 per scholarship (2 scholarships awarded)
URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND INC · February 25, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship Overview: The Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship honors Nella Mae Dickson, a longtime partner and supporter of the organization who…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban League of Springfield Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary Overview Note:…

Up to US $10,000
POISE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban Youth Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Poise Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Urban Youth Action Grant, initiated by the Poise Foundation, offers…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urbani Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Urbani Family Scholarship…

EUGENE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urgent Needs Application Funder: Eugene Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Eugene School District 4J public schools, Eugene, Oregon, US Mission: Promote educational excellence and opportunities…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

US Bank - Mary Elizabeth Martin Scholarship Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $3,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Mary…

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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