Grants for Education

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.

15,931 grants
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Becky Briggs Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Amount: US $3,500 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Becky Briggs Memorial…

Becky Love Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Becky Love Foundation Education Grant Mission: Help those who have had a sudden loss with their path forward Geographic Scope: Virginia, US (based on funder location) Focus Areas: - Educational…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Becky Swisher Crowe Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Quincy Area Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Quincy…

BECU FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BECU Foundation: People Helping People Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BECU Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The BECU Foundation's People Helping People…

EDWARD T BEDFORD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bedford Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edward T. Bedford Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Edward T. Bedford Foundation, established in 1994, focuses on supporting…

Whole Kids Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Traditional Bee Grant and Renewal Bee Grant have different deadlines. See the_ website _for details._ * _The application is conducted online as a two-step process. Part I…

US $500 - US $1,500
Whole Kids Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bee Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Whole Kids Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Bee Grant Program, offered by the Whole Kids Foundation, supports K-12…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Beecroft Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Beecroft Family Scholarship,…

Up to $16,000
SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Beef Challenge Funder: Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) Geographic Scope: Texas Focus Areas: Junior beef exhibition and competition Overview: High school seniors exhibiting in the junior beef…

$1,000 - $4,000
Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

BEF Scholarships Geographic Scope: Brownsburg High School, Brownsburg, IN Overview: The Brownsburg Education Foundation awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors to support their…

BASALT EDUCATION FOUNDATION · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

BEF Teacher Grants Overview: BEF annually provides grants to Basalt Public School teachers for classroom and curriculum enhancements, recognizing that educators know best what is needed to optimize…

$1,000 per winner (5 winners total)
Begin Again Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Begin Again Foundation Scholarship Program Overview: The Begin Again Foundation Scholarship Program seeks to support Sepsis survivors, children who have lost parents to sepsis, and family members…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bego Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of New Jersey Over our 46-year history, the…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Beistle Company Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Beistle Company Scholarship, managed by The Foundation…

Up to US $10,000
The Steve and Loree Potash Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Believe in Reading Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Steve and Loree Potash Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Believe in Reading Grant, offered by The…

THE BELK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Letter of Inquiry - If your organization meets the basic eligibility requirements laid out in the Eligibility Quiz, you will then be directed to a Letter of Inquiry form. Within…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
Bell Textron Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bell Textron Corporate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bell Textron Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Bell Textron Corporate Grant aims to uplift communities by…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST MISSOURIINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bell, Louis Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Northwest Missouri Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The…

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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