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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BELLEVUE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Brandon West Memorial Scholarship Honoree: Brandon David West, a student athlete at Bellevue High School known for his commitment to friendship, life, citizenship and sports. Overview: This…

$2,500 annual
ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Brassard Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 annual Overview: A scholarship for Catholic high school students who are accepted for admission to Assumption University. An Assumption education is…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brauns Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $1,070 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Brauns Family Scholarship, established by…

THE BRAVE HEART FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brave Heart Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brave Heart Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The Brave Heart Foundation Grant aims to uplift underserved…

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: -…

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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