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.

15,412 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

YOUNG WOMAN'S HOME ASSOCIATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Young Woman's Home Association Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Young Woman's Home Association Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2024 Summary The Young Woman's Home Association Grant…

HALLMARK UNIVERSITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Younger Family Bright Lights Scholarship Established by: Stan Younger, Dean of the College of Aeronautics Focus Areas: Aeronautics/Aviation Program Details - Award given to aviation graduates who…

OHIO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

YoungS Jersey Dairy Scholarship Overview: Sponsored scholarship for Ohio ProStart students. Geographic Scope: Ohio Eligibility: - Ohio ProStart students Award Details: - Specific award amount not…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Your Chance Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Your Chance Scholarship Fund,…

OPERA CAROLINA ENDOWMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Academy Financial Aid/Scholarship Overview: Opera Carolina offers tuition assistance/scholarships for students enrolled in Youth Academy programming. Eligibility - Students enrolled in Youth…

MICHIGAN GATEWAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Geographic Scope: South Berrien and Cass Counties, Michigan Overview: The Youth Advisory Council is a youth-led initiative of the Michigan Gateway Community…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan Focus Areas: - Youth development - Education - Health & wellness -…

UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY INC · October 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth and Philanthropy (YAP) - High School Grant Program Overview: YAP empowers local 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students to take an active role in their community and understand the role of…

WATERTOWN AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Council Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Watertown Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Youth Council Grant, offered by the Watertown Area Community Foundation,…

California State Library · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Development Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California State Library Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Youth Development Grant Program aims to empower California public libraries…

EPISCOPAL CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Education and Development Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Episcopal Charities Of The Diocese Of New York Last Updated: March 31, 2025 Summary The Youth Education and Development Grant…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Empowerment Program Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $1,200 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Youth Empowerment Program…

EAST TENNESSEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Tennessee Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 22, 2025 Summary The Youth Endowment Fund Grant, managed by the East Tennessee…

Up to $20,000
VYSTAR FOUNDATION INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Grant Program Funder: VyStar Foundation Inc (FL, US) Status: Next cycle opens August 31, 2026 Geographic Scope: VyStar Credit Union service areas including Georgia, North Florida, and Central…

Growing Gardens · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Grow Program Organization: Growing Gardens Program Overview Youth Grow uses positive experiences in school gardens to help young people gain new perspectives on food, health, and the world…

ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Youth in Foster Care Scholarship Fund Providing assistance to young adults who have been in the New Mexico foster care system who want to develop a marketable skill or continue their…

AFRO CHARITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Journalism & Multimedia Fellowship Program Type: Fellowship for high school students Overview: Afro Charities launched its inaugural Journalism and Multimedia Fellowship program in 2022 for…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Leadership Council Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yakima Valley Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Youth Leadership Council Grant, offered…

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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