Grants for Education

Last updated June 20, 2026

There are currently 15,377 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.

15,377 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bess Mikalson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Each year, Innovia awards over $400,000 in scholarships to deserving students…

The George Timmons Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bess Spiva Timmons Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bess Spiva Timmons Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The Bess Spiva Timmons Foundation,…

BESSIE MINOR SWIFT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grant…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bessie Noble and Willie Lou Jordan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Amount: Approximately US $3,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The…

Colorado Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

BEST Capital Construction Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Education Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The BEST Capital Construction Grant, managed by the Colorado Department…

US $60,000 - US $120,000
North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Best in Class Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services Amount: US $60,000 - US $120,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Best in Class Grant…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Beta Psi Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Beta Psi Scholarship, offered by The Community…

BETH DILLINGER FOUNDATION INC CO KAY DILLINGER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Beth Dillinger Scholarship Fund Overview: Over 350 two-year scholarships have been awarded to financially disadvantaged students for academic or technical education beyond high school. Geographic…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bethany's Butterflies Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary Bethany's Butterflies Scholarship Program,…

Baptist Health South Florida Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bethesda College of Health Sciences Nursing Scholarship Overview: Merit and needs-based scholarship available to nursing students. Geographic Scope: South Florida (Baptist Health South Florida) Focus…

City of Bethlehem · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Bethlehem Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund aims to…

TIBETAN ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Betsy Gordon x TANC Scholarship Funder: Betsy Gordon Foundation in partnership with Tibetan Association of Northern California (TANC) Geographic Scope: Northern California / TANC members Focus Areas:…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Betsy Palmer Graduate Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Betsy Palmer Graduate Student Scholarship at Montana State…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Betsy Rueb Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary Overview Betsy Rueb Scholarship The late Mary “Betsy” E. Rueb created this generous…

FREEPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Betsy Ruff Scholarship Organization: Freeport Community Services Geographic Scope: Freeport High School seniors Focus Areas: Recognition of exceptional community involvement and volunteer service at…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS (TAX · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Better Together Fund - COVID-19 Response and Recovery Grants Overview: Established at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic to maximize philanthropic support from Community Foundation donors and other…

US $10,000 - US $35,000
UW THE BETTERMENT FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Betterment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Betterment Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Betterment Fund Grant provides financial support ranging from…

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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