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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What grants for education are open right now?

UNITED WAY OF THE DUTCHESS-ORANGE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Available Funding Through this RFP process, UWDOR seeks partnerships with nonprofit organizations during the time period of July 2025 to June 2026. Our intention is to invest sufficient…

UNITED WAY OF GREATER WATERBURYINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UWGW Grant Funding Status: ACTIVE Funder: The United Way of Greater Waterbury Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The United Way of Greater Waterbury provides funding through its Community Needs…

UNITED WAY OF JACKSON COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _As part of the United Way allocations process, a volunteer panel will visit each program applicant during the month of April. Panelists will ask questions as part of due diligence. A…

UWorld LLC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UWorld Cares Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: UWorld LLC Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary UWorld Cares Community Grants aim to enhance educational opportunities by supporting 501(c)(3)…

UNITED WAY OF SOUTHERN NEVADA · March 10, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UWSN Community Impact Grants Overview: United Way of Southern Nevada distributes donor-funded grants to local nonprofits to support the Southern Nevada community through three key focus areas.…

UNITED WAY OF YAVAPAI COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UWYC Scholarship for Veterans Geographic Scope: Yavapai County, Arizona Background: This scholarship honors the legacy of Mr. Daniel H. Roberts, an honored Veteran of World War 2 and survivor of 3.5…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

V.F.W. Post #1077 Auxiliary Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $350 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The V.F.W. Post #1077 Auxiliary…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

V.F.W. Post #1077 Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The V.F.W. Post #1077 Scholarship, managed by the…

THE VIRGINIA AND ALFRED HARRELL · Rolling / Open Foundation

VAH Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Virginia And Alfred Harrell Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The VAH Foundation Grant focuses on funding projects in Animal Welfare,…

VAL A GREEN & EDITH D GREEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Val A. Green and Edith D. Green Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Val A. Green and Edith D. Green Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Val A. Green and Edith D. Green Foundation…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR LOUDOUN AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Val and Bill Tillett Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Val and Bill…

NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Valedictorian Award Funder: Nassau Community College Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Nassau Community College, Garden City, New York Purpose: Recognition and award for graduating students who…

THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valerie Gladfelter Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Overview About JCF Extensive History: Founded in 1979 as the Bequest…

NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valerie Rose Pinnette Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: US $1,350 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary Overview NCCF awards…

$7,500 - $800,000 (varies by year)
SAN ANTONIO BOWL ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Valero Alamo Bowl Scholarship Program Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: Bexar County, San Antonio area high schools Overview: The Valero Alamo Bowl has awarded scholarships to…

VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valero Energy Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Valero Energy Foundation Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Valero Energy Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations that align…

Up to $2,500 (five $500 scholarships)
VALLEJO POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Vallejo Police Officers' Association Scholarship Funder: Vallejo Police Officers' Association (VPOA) Geographic Scope: Vallejo, CA area Focus Areas: Education; support for youth in the community…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valley Center School District Education Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Valley Center…

VALLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valley County Community Foundation Grants Funder: Valley County Community Foundation (VCCF) Geographic Scope: Valley County, Montana Mission: Awards grants to help pay for worthwhile community…

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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