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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US $5,000 - US $25,000
Wood River Women's Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

WRWF Pooled Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wood River Women's Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The WRWF Pooled Fund Grant empowers local nonprofits…

$7,000 total (approximately $875 per recipient based on typical 8 recipients annually)
ADAMS STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WSB Accounting Scholarships Funder: Wall, Smith, Bateman Inc., a local certified public accounting firm Award Amount: $7,000 distributed annually (approximately $875 per recipient on average, with…

The Winston-Salem Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

WSF Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The WSF Scholars program, established by the Winston-Salem Foundation, supports students in…

WSFS CARES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The WSFS CARES Foundation The mission of the WSFS CARES Foundation is to support qualified nonprofit service organizations within our regional footprint that are invested in improving…

Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors · Rolling / Open Foundation

WSLS-Foundation First-Year Student Scholarship Funder: Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors Foundation Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: Support for first-year surveying students Eligibility:…

Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

WSOS Baccalaureate Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) Amount: Up to US $22,500 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Washington State…

Weed Science Society of America · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WSSA Graduate Student Travel Award Purpose: Supports graduate student travel to WSSA annual meetings. Funder: Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) Eligibility: Graduate students (student members of…

Weed Science Society of America · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WSSA Travel Enrichment Experience (TEE) Award Purpose: Provides enrichment and travel opportunities for WSSA members. Funder: Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) Year Referenced: 2025 application…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WTAMU Upperclassman Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The WTAMU Upperclassman Scholarship Fund, managed by the Amarillo…

THE KANSAS RURAL COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WTC (Wamego Telephone Company, Inc.) Scholarships Funder: Wamego Telephone Company, Inc. Overview: Wamego Telephone Company, Inc. has established these scholarships to reward students who have…

Varies by year (e.g., $50,000 total awarded in 2019; $75,000 in 2021)
ORANGE COUNTY WOMENS TRANSPORTATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WTS Orange County Scholarships Overview: WTS Orange County offers multiple scholarships at various education levels to support young women pursuing careers in transportation. Geographic Scope: Orange…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
Washington Women In Need (WWIN) · Rolling / Open Foundation

WWIN Star Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Women In Need (WWIN) Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The WWIN Star Scholars program empowers Washington…

Full scholarships (approximately $2.4 million total awarded since 2004)
WX CHARITABLE FUND LTD · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WX Scholars Program Overview: The WX Scholars Program encourages and supports bright and talented young women pursuing careers in real estate and related professions in the New York metropolitan…

Community Foundation of Wyandot County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wyandot County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Wyandot County Amount: US $200 - US $4,000 Last Updated: June 13, 2025 Summary The Wyandot County Community…

WYOMING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WYCF General Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Community Foundation Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Wyoming Community Foundation (WYCF) offers grants to nonprofit organizations in…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
THE WYCKOFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wyckoff Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyckoff Family Foundation Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Wyckoff Family Foundation Grant 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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