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.

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Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers Assoc · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

William Prentice Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for candidates entering post-professional degree programs in Athletic Training or related fields, including residencies, fellowships, PhD, EdD, or…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Pretty Jr. Scholarship Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary Easily learn more…

LAKE SUPERIOR STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William R. Gregory Scholarship Overview: Established to honor William Gregory, former president of Edison Sault Electric Company. Gregory served on the LSSU Board of Trustees and LSSU Foundation…

ACEC Colorado Scholarship & Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Russell Stoneman Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ACEC Colorado Scholarship & Education Foundation Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The William Russell Stoneman…

CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

William S. and Elizabeth B. Heath Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the William S. and…

INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Candidates may self-nominate or be nominated by a colleague. Please note that candidates who have been nominated by a colleague are no longer required to complete a separate…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Silva Fund for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The William Silva Fund for the Arts, managed by the…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Stanley Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The William Stanley Scholarship Fund, established in…

THE NORTH CAROLINIANA SOCIETY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William Stevens Powell Award Purpose: Recognizes a graduating senior in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who is judged to have contributed most to an understanding of the history and…

WILLIAM STRETESKY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Stretesky Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Stretesky Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The William Stretesky Foundation Grants support public and educational…

THE WILLIAM SWANSTON CHARITABLE FUND · July 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

William Swanston Charitable Fund Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Geographic Scope: Mahoning and Trumbull counties, Ohio Focus Areas: Youth-focused projects that reduce disparities…

WESTERN RESERVE HEALTH FOUNDATION · July 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

William Swanston Charitable Fund Grant Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (on behalf of William Swanston Charitable Fund) Geographic Scope: Mahoning and Trumbull counties, Ohio…

THE BOOK ARTS PRESS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William T. Buice III Scholarships Overview: Scholarships awarded specifically to returning Rare Book School students. Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Support for returning students to…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Tucker Keene Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The William Tucker Keene Memorial Scholarship,…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

William Webermeier Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The William Webermeier Scholarship, administered by the…

$6,000 ($3,000 per year for two years)
NORTH ST PAUL-MAPLEWOOD-OAKDALE ROTARY · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

William Woodworth Scholarship Funder: North St Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Rotary Club Geographic Scope: Students must reside within the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale District 622 Award Amount: $6,000…

Up to $142,250 total (distributed among recipients)
SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William, Agnes, and Elizabeth Burgess (Osborne) Memorial Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Mattoon High School, Illinois Focus Areas: All fields of study Overview: The William, Agnes, and…

The United Methodist City Society · May 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

William, Juanita, and Edward James Memorial Scholarship Funder: The United Methodist City Society (UMCS) Purpose: Honors Reverend William M. James's legacy and commitment to urban ministry. Supports…

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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