Grants for Education

Last updated June 12, 2026

There are currently 15,412 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?

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Y-City Barbershop Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Y-City Barbershop Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Y. C. Yang Civil Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Civil Engineers Inc Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Y. C. Yang Civil Engineering Scholarship,…

Up to US $500
Jackson Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

YAC Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jackson Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The YAC Mini-Grants program, managed by the Jackson Community…

YAKIMA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS INC · June 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Yakima Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Purpose: To support academic endeavors, events, or education. Geographic Scope: Yakima, Washington area Eligibility: - Dependents under the age of 25 of…

YAKIMA SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yakima Schools Foundation Grants Organization: Yakima Schools Foundation (WA, US) Geographic Scope: Yakima School District, Washington Purpose: Funding for students, schools, classrooms and programs…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Yamboree Empowerment…

AIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarship Overview: Annual scholarship established in 2018 honoring architect Yann Weymouth, AIA. Supports graduate architecture students dedicated to integrating exceptional…

AIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yann Weymouth Scholarship Focus: Graduate architecture students dedicated to integrating exceptional design with sustainable initiatives Award: $5,000 scholarship plus mentorship opportunity from…

Up to US $3,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yappers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Yappers Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of…

THE CENTER FOR EDUCATION REFORM · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yass Prize STOP for Education Accelerator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Center For Education Reform Amount: US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Yass Prize STOP for Education…

GSGA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yates Scholarship Program Funder: GSGA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Georgia Program Description: The Yates Scholarship Program provides educational scholarship opportunities for employees, or…

GEORGIA STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yates Scholarship Program Funder: GSGA Foundation (charitable affiliate of Georgia State Golf Association) Geographic Scope: Georgia Focus Areas: Educational scholarships for golf industry…

Low Income Student Aid Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yavapai College Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Aid Overview: Low Income Student Aid Inc (LISA) provides financial assistance to Verde Valley and Sedona high school students taking college-level…

YAWKEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yawkey Foundation: Transformational Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Yawkey Foundation's Transformational…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF Educator Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The YCF Educator Mini-Grants…

Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF: David Breaux Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sacramento Region Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The David Breaux Memorial…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF: Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation aims to…

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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