Yakima Schools Foundation Grants Organization: Yakima Schools Foundation (WA, US) Geographic Scope: Yakima School District, Washington Purpose: Funding for students, schools, classrooms and programs…
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.
Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Yamboree Empowerment…
Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarship Overview: Annual scholarship established in 2018 honoring architect Yann Weymouth, AIA. Supports graduate architecture students dedicated to integrating exceptional…
Yappers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Yappers Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of…
Yass Prize STOP for Education Accelerator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Center For Education Reform Amount: US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Yass Prize STOP for Education…
Yates Scholarship Program Funder: GSGA Foundation (charitable affiliate of Georgia State Golf Association) Geographic Scope: Georgia Focus Areas: Educational scholarships for golf industry…
Yates Scholarship Program Funder: GSGA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Georgia Program Description: The Yates Scholarship Program provides educational scholarship opportunities for employees, or…
Yavapai College Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Aid Overview: Low Income Student Aid Inc (LISA) provides financial assistance to Verde Valley and Sedona high school students taking college-level…
Yawkey Foundation: Program and Small Capital Grants - Education Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: It is suggested,…
Yawkey Foundation: Program and Small Capital Grants - Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Yawkey Foundation…
Yawkey Foundation: Transformational Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Yawkey Foundation's Transformational…
Yay!DAY P.E.E.R.S. Scholarship Program Overview: The Yay!DAY P.E.E.R.S. Scholarship Program awards educational funding to Charlotte Mecklenburg students annually. The foundation awarded $16,000 in…
YCF Educator Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The YCF Educator Mini-Grants…
YCF: David Breaux Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sacramento Region Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The David Breaux Memorial…
YCF: Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation aims to…
Yeager Science Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $23,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation San…
Year Round Youth Program (14-24) Program Type: Youth workforce and education services Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Target Population: - Ages 14-24 - Out-of-school and out-of-work youth Program…
Yellow Ribbon Program Status: Active grant program for military and veteran students Geographic Scope: United States (federal Veterans Affairs program) Focus Areas: Tuition assistance for graduate…
Overview Yellow Springs Endowment for Education Grants The YSEE Grants mission is to fund educational programs, projects and extracurricular activities that encourage excellence, creativity, and…
Yellowstone Alumni Scholarship Program Funder: Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Foundation (funded by multiple generous donors: Kenneth C. Carpenter, Helen Doornbos Hull, Carrol V. Lipp, Lauren P.…
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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