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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QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

William H. Kleinschmidt Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The William H. Kleinschmidt…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

William H. Lugg Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The William H. Lugg Scholarship, provided by the Elk Grove…

Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Hart Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The William Hart Scholarship offers a $5,000…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Holland and Alyce Holland Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary Overview South Dakota Community Foundation As a…

W J BRACE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: W J Brace Charitable Trust Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant supports educational,…

First Presbyterian Church of Dallas Foundation · April 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

William J. Carl, III and Jane A. Carl Scholarship Overview: This fund was established by FPC Dallas and is held at the Texas Presbyterian Foundation (TPF). It is overseen by the Carl Scholarship…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. Kircher Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $80,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. McCarthy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The William J. McCarthy Scholarship, offered by the…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. Newton Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The William J. Newton Memorial Scholarship…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. Wolf Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: Up to US $16,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The William J. Wolf Memorial Scholarship…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

William N. Jones Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The William N. Jones Scholarship, offered by the Beckley Area Foundation,…

$2,000 per year for student; $500 for art department
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William P. Simmons Art Scholarship Type: Merit-based art scholarship Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Purpose: Recognize and develop artistic skills and talents of Georgians by…

CULTURETRUST GREATER PHILADELPHIA · April 23, 2026 Foundation

William Penn Foundation Focus Areas: - Arts & Culture - Children & Families - Democracy & Civic Initiatives - Environment & Public Space - Workforce Training & Services Application Type: Requests for…

BUCKS COUNTY BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William Penn Scholarship Funder: Bucks County Bar Foundation Geographic Scope: Bucks County, Pennsylvania Eligibility: - Bucks County residents - Pursuing a career in law or a related field - 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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