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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WOODWORTH FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Letter of Inquiry - Our grantmaking process always begins with an online Letter of Inquiry (LOI). The process is the same for past grantees and new grant seekers. The LOI…

San Leandro Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Work-Based Learning Internships Overview: SLED supports the district's Work-Based Learning initiatives by covering stipends for students participating in summer internships. Purpose: Provide paid…

U.S. Mission to Pakistan · May 15, 2026 Federal

Workforce Integration in Conflict Areas The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Islamabad announces an open competition to implement a program to build sustainable pathways to employment in…

INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Workforce of the Future & Career Readiness Coalition Funder: Operating Engineers 324 (in partnership with other organizations) Program Status: Active - First class graduated August 2017; second class…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Workforce Training Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Mission: In…

WORLD FUTURE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

World Future Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: World Future Fund Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The World Future Fund Grant aims to create a sustainable future by addressing social and…

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

World Trade Center Scholarship (NJ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The World Trade Center Scholarship in…

LEXINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

WP Rawl School to Garden Grants Funder: Walter P. Rawl & Sons Geographic Scope: Lexington School District One, South Carolina Award Amount: - $250 to sustain a current school garden - Up to $500 to…

WISCONSIN PORK ASSOCIATION COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WPA Scholarships Funder: Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: Support for high school seniors and college students with interest in the pork industry and…

US $50,000 - US $75,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

WPN Large Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Amount: US $50,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of North Louisiana…

Up to US $15,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

WPN Small Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview Who We Are Community Foundation of North…

Varies; up to $2,000/year for Cargill scholarship; $7,500 for Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project scholarship
WORKING RANCH COWBOYS ASSOCIATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WRCA Foundation Scholarships Funder: Working Ranch Cowboys Association Foundation (WRCA Foundation) Status: Active, ongoing annual program Geographic Scope: United States (all states) Overview: The…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wright Coating Company Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview Wright Coating Company Scholarship Wright Coating…

More than US $100,000
WRIGHT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wright Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wright Family Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Wright Family Foundation Grant aims to…

HORTICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wright Family of Alabama Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horticultural Research Institute Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: May 07, 2025 Summary The Wright Family of Alabama Scholarship…

LAFCU · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Write to Educate Scholarship Status: 2026 submission period has ended; winners to be announced Geographic Scope: Michigan (Lansing area) Overview: An essay-based scholarship program for students. 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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