Grants for Education

Last updated June 21, 2026

There are currently 15,375 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,375 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Investing in Colorado youth, and in turn, the future of the credit union movement. The Brayman-Beach Scholarship is named in honor of Susan J. Brayman and Carroll D. Beach, two visionary…

US $2,500 - US $25,000
BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

BRCFSC Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue River Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The BRCFSC Community Grants,…

Up to full tuition and fees
ED SNIDER YOUTH HOCKEY & EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Breakaway Scholarship Organization: Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia Region Program Description: Tuition-based scholarship program for middle and high school…

BREAKFAST EXCHANGE CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Breakfast Exchange Club Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Breakfast Exchange Club of Billings Amount: US $100 - US $7,500 Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Breakfast Exchange Club…

CHICAGO PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Breakthrough Schools: Chicago Overview: A competitive grants program that funds schools pursuing innovative, whole-school improvement initiatives led by Chicago Public Schools principals. Geographic…

CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Brede-Wilkins Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Central Florida (Longwood, FL) Target Audience: Student employees of Village on The Green pursuing an undergraduate degree Background: Established in…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brenda and Charles Muller Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943,…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brenda C. McFayden Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Brenda C. The next deadline for this…

THE BRENNAN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brennan Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brennan Family Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Brennan Family Foundation, established in 1990 by Edward J. Brennan, aims…

Orange County's United Way · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brenyale Toomer-Byas Scholarship Geographic Scope: Orange County, California Overview: Scholarship opportunity offered through Orange County United Way's Community Investments section. Focus Areas: -…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
Brewers Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brewers Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brewers Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Brewers Community Foundation…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brian A. Aselton Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Brian A. Aselton Memorial…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brian Edkins Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Overview Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brian Farnham Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brian Forbes Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Brian Forbes Memorial Scholarship,…

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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