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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THE DON & SYBIL HARRINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Philanthropy Fund Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle Program Description: The Women's Philanthropy Fund provides grants to support programs and services that…

WOMEN'S PROFESSIONAL FORUM · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Women's Professional Forum Foundation Grant Program Overview: Since 1984, the Women's Professional Forum Foundation (WPFF) has invested in programs that create opportunities for women and girls to…

EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL OF LA PLATA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Resource Center Opportunity Scholarship Purpose: Provides funding for training or college courses that would benefit career advancement in early childhood education. Eligibility: Individuals…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Second Chance College Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation…

$110,000 total distributed annually (varies by recipient)
UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

WomenRise Scholarship Program Overview: WomenRise is an annual scholarship program designed to empower single mothers by eliminating the financial barrier of childcare costs while they pursue college…

Full admission for students and chaperones at 1:10 ratio, plus potential bus transportation assistance
LIVING DESERT THE · May 4, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Wonderfully Wild Scholarship Funder: The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Geographic Scope: Title I schools (Non-Coachella Valley noted as separate) Overview: The Living Desert offers Wonderfully Wild…

WOOD FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wood Family Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wood Family Charitable Trust Amount: US $200 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Wood Family Charitable Trust Grant,…

WOOD FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wood Family Foundation Grant: Intent to Apply Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wood Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The Wood Family Foundation Grant offers support primarily to…

BATTRAM COMMUNITY FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Wood Products Manufacturing Scholarship Status: Open - Applications accepted on rolling basis Geographic Scope: Central Susquehanna Valley (Snyder, Union, and Northumberland Counties, Pennsylvania)…

$10,000 - $10,350 total annual distribution (multiple scholarships)
WOOD RIVER COMMUNITY CENTENNIAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Wood River Rural High School Scholarships Organization: Wood River Community Centennial Foundation Geographic Scope: Wood River, Nebraska Eligibility: Wood River Rural High School graduating seniors…

CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodlands’ Families Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview **All scholarship amounts listed are past annual…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodlawn Academy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation Of The Dan River…

Woodmen of the World SETX Youth Association · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WoodmenLife Focus Forward Scholarship® Program Status: Active and accepting applications for 2026-2027 academic year Background: Since the program started in 2017, 5,958 scholarships worth more than…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN KENTUCKY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Woodrow and Evelyn Johnson Scholarship Fund Administering Organization: Pikeville Community Foundation (an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky) Purpose: Provides scholarships to…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodruff Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview Woodruff Memorial Scholarship The family of Edmond B.…

Woods Charitable Fund Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woods Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Woods Charitable Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Woods Charitable Fund Grant supports diverse…

Edwin and Jeanne Woods Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woods Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edwin and Jeanne Woods Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Edwin and Jeanne Woods Family…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodstock Lions Club Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for McHenry County Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Woodstock Lions Club Scholarship, funded by The…

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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