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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Chugiak-Eagle River Foundation Inc · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Briggs Memorial Scholarship Geographic Scope: Chugiak and Eagle River, Alaska Purpose: Supports students from Chugiak and Eagle River with definite financial need pursuing higher education.…

$30,000 - $50,000
THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bright & Early DuPage Overview: Initiative launched in 2013 that builds sustainable, coordinated, local early childhood collaborations to increase access to quality early childhood education…

$2,000 - $10,000
SOUTH MADISON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · May 5, 2026 · Monthly Foundation

Bright Future Grant Funding Amount: $200,000 available in 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Award Range: $2,000 to $10,000 per application Funder: South Madison Community Foundation (SMCF) - created in 1991 with…

THE WELD TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bright Futures Scholarships Status: Active scholarship program offered by The Weld Trust Geographic Scope: Weld County, Colorado Overview: Scholarship program supporting educational advancement for…

City Of Austin · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bright Green Future School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Of Austin Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The Bright Green Future School Grants, offered by the City of…

NORTH CAROLINA ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Bright Ideas Education Grant Program Funder: North Carolina's Electric Cooperatives (26 cooperatives statewide) Overview: A shared initiative created in 1994 to bring learning to life in classrooms…

Up to $2,000 - $2,500
BRUNSWICK ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Bright Ideas Education Grants Funder: Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) Program Status: Active and accepting applications annually Geographic Scope: Brunswick and Columbus counties,…

Up to $12,500 per cycle (Fall and Spring)
MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Bright Ideas Grant Funder: Millbrook Educational Foundation (MEF) Geographic Scope: Millbrook Central School District, NY Program Overview: Bright Ideas Grants are designed to support teacher and…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bright Lights Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview Greater Kansas City Community…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

BrightSpring Brighter Futures Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $40,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

BrightSpring Hospice Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of…

Bring Back the Trades · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bring Back the Trades Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bring Back the Trades Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Bring Back the Trades Scholarship is dedicated to…

THE BRINSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brinson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Brinson Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Brinson Foundation Grant supports organizations in the greater Chicago area and…

Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bristol County Savings Bank Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Bristol County Savings…

BROADRICK FAMILY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Broadrick Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Broadrick Family Foundation of Florida Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Broadrick Family Foundation Grant, established in 2010,…

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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