Grants for Education

Last updated June 14, 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?

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne and Jan Albertson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Wayne and Jan Albertson Scholarship,…

WAYNE & JO ANN MOORE CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne And Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne And Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Wayne And Jo Ann Moore Charitable…

More than US $1,000
Wayne Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Wayne Community Foundation (WCF) enhances the quality of…

WAYNE DUDDLESTEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Letter of Inquiry - This deadline represents the applicant contacting the Foundation before they apply. Our staff can help you decide whether it is worth your time and expenses…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne Hawkins Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Wayne Hawkins Memorial Scholarship This scholarship…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne Heintz Memorial FFA Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Wayne Heintz Memorial FFA…

Up to US $5,000
THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne Rawley Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary Overview The Pittsburgh Foundation Established in 1945, The…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wayne Willis Foundation Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Use "Search by Sponsoring Organization" -…

WBAL Radio · Rolling / Open Foundation

WBAL Radio Kids Campaign Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WBAL Radio Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The WBAL Radio Kids Campaign is dedicated to enhancing the lives of economically disadvantaged…

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCAC Arts in Education Grants Funder: Washington County Arts Council Inc (WCAC) Geographic Scope: Washington County, Maryland Focus Areas: Arts education programs, including: - Art for Children…

$4 million+ distributed annually
WESTCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WCC Scholarships Overview: The Westchester Community College Foundation awards more than $4 million in student support annually through scholarships that cover tuition, fees, and other expenses…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
WAUKESHA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Waukesha County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF)…

WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Capacity-Building Grant Cycle II Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The WCCF Capacity-Building…

WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Wayne County Children's Resource Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne County Community Foundation Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The Wayne County Children's Resource Fund offers grants…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $8,500 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The WCCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program…

WATERTOWN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCF: School Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Watertown Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Watertown Community Foundation offers grants of up…

WILLIAM CASPAR GRAUSTEIN MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCGMF Director’s Discretionary Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The WCGMF Director’s…

Walnut Cove Members Association Inc · September 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

WCMA Community Grants Program Overview: The Walnut Cove Members Association (WCMA) provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving Western North Carolina. In 2025, WCMA distributed a record…

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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