Grants for Education

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 15,407 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?

US $5,000 - US $100,000
WIDEN FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Widen Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Widen Family Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Widen Family Foundation Grant, based in…

PEKING UNIVERSITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Widjaja Scholarship Funder: Widjaja family/donor Geographic Scope: Peking University, China Focus Areas: Support for undergraduate students at Peking University Background: The Widjaja Scholarship…

$1,500 - $3,000
WASHINGTON INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WIGA Scholarship Program Overview: The Washington Indian Gaming Association (WIGA) Scholarship Program provides scholarships to Native American and Alaska Native students pursuing opportunities in…

WIKIMEDIA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wikimedia Foundation Multi-Year Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wikimedia Foundation Org Amount: US $10,000 - US $550,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Wikimedia Foundation…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilbon H. and Mary J. Pulliam Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Howard County Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Wilbon H. and Mary J.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilbur H.H. Ward Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship supports…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilburn Clary Medal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview Wilburn Clary Medal The Clary Medal, made possible through the…

Wild Ones · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wild Ones Amount: US $100 - US $500 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Program aims to…

Windhorse Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wildhorse Foundation: Regular Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Windhorse Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Wildhorse Foundation offers grants to…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilfred Jaspers Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary Overview South Dakota Community Foundation As a statewide community…

CARING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Wilkerson Teacher Education Scholarship Funder: Caring Community Foundation (CCF) with funding from Nola Wilkerson Purpose: Assist adults affiliated with Rock Creek Schools who wish to further their…

Up to $30,000 total awarded annually
WILKES EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · February 12, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship Geographic Scope: Wilkes County, North Carolina Eligible Schools: East Wilkes, North Wilkes, West Wilkes, Wilkes Central, and Wilkes Early College High School…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilkes Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Wilkes Family Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, supports…

KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND CHARITABLE · July 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Will Evans Scholarship Award Funder: Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable Foundation Award Amount: $2,000 per award Purpose: Financial support for blind and visually impaired students pursuing…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Willa Spangler Grosse Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Note: BAF’s application process uses a ‘universal approach’…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Willard and Patricia Hennings Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $4,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary Overview About Us As the 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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