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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LIFE TIME FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Nutrition Grant Program Funder: Life Time Foundation Award Amount: $80,000 (distributed over 3 years) Program Focus - Improving nutritional quality of school meals in K-12 schools - Supporting…

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF COLUMBUS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth of the Year Scholarship Overview: Boys & Girls Club's premier youth recognition program for Club members ages 14 – 18. The program promotes and celebrates academic performance, leadership, and…

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TWIN CITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth of the Year Scholarship Overview: Since 1947, Youth of the Year has been the Boys & Girls Clubs of America's premier recognition program, celebrating the extraordinary achievements of Club…

Varies (2023: $350,000 total to 20 recipients; average ~$17,500 per recipient)
NCGA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth on Course Scholarship Program Overview: Youth on Course awards scholarships to deserving high school graduates who are Youth on Course members pursuing higher education. Key Statistics: - Total…

DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Philanthropy Board Grant– Sussex County Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in Sussex County aims to…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · May 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Philanthropy Council Program Geographic Focus: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties, NY (with current recruitment in Jefferson County) Purpose: A leadership and civic engagement program…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF JACKSON HOLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Philanthropy Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Youth Philanthropy Grant…

$3,175 - $5,000 total pool (varies by year)
BEXLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Philanthropy Program Grants Overview: A high school student-led grant-making program that educates students about the philanthropic process while awarding grants to support needs identified by…

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SEATTLE-KI · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Programs (RFP #24-03) Funder: Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County Status: Open Request for Proposals Announcement Date: January 22, 2025 Geographic Scope: King County,…

Varies (approximately $1,468 average based on historical data)
KIWANIS CAL-NEV-HA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Scholarships Organization: Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation Geographic Scope: California, Nevada, and Hawaii (Cal-Nev-Ha District of Kiwanis International) Program Background: The Kiwanis…

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Support Services Competitive Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Youth Support…

A & N ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · October 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Tour Essay Contest Overview: A&N Electric Cooperative sponsors local high school and home school juniors to attend the annual National Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. This…

THE SAR FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Video Contest Organization: Sons of the American Revolution Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Program Status: Listed among Council of Youth Awards programs Contact: - Address: 809 West…

SER METRO DETROIT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

YouthBuild GED Program (18-24) Program Type: GED preparation and attainment program Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Target Population: - Ages 18-24 - Out-of-school youth - Individuals seeking GED…

YSI YOGA STUDIES INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

YSI Yogi Corps Scholarship Overview: Join an active global team and earn a full scholarship for your next YSI course by creating and implementing a community service project. What is Yogi Corps? An…

Yukon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yukon Foundation Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yukon Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2025 Summary The Yukon Foundation Project Grants support various initiatives aimed at enhancing the…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yvette T. Rowlett Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Yvette T. Rowlett Memorial…

DANE BUY LOCAL FOUNDATION INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund Overview: The Dane Buy Local Foundation provides scholarships to support new high school graduates pursuing business, marketing, and entrepreneurship…

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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