Grants for Education in Kentucky
Last updated November 1, 2026
There are 12 active grants for education tagged to Kentucky, part of 15,155 active grants for education listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Central Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · Up to $350K Scholarship Central is the Central Kentucky Community Foundation's one-stop online platform offering up to ~$350,000 across 150+ local scholarships to college-bound students in its nine-county region (Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, Hart… | |
| Industry Certifications Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program providing reimbursement and awards for industry certification programs in Kentucky schools, with guidance documents and reimbursement guides available. | |
| Appalachian College Association Ledford Scholars Award Appalachian College Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Appalachian College Association (ACA), a consortium of ~35 independent colleges/universities in Central Appalachia, runs the Ledford Scholars Program, which provides undergraduate students financial support to conduct a significant… | |
| Math Achievement Fund (MAF) Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program funding mathematics achievement initiatives in Kentucky schools. Includes Math Achievement Awards, MAF Mini Grants, HQIR MAF Mini Awards, and Middle School Pilot Awards. | |
| Community Education Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program supporting community education initiatives in Kentucky schools. Award notifications available for multiple fiscal years (FY2018-FY2026). | |
| 20% Facilities Funds (Vocational SEEK) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding for facilities and vocational program support through the Support Education Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) program. Includes guidance documents for fund allocation. | |
| 20% Facilities Funds (Vocational SEEK Awards) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program providing facilities funding for vocational programs in Kentucky schools under the SEEK formula. Guidance documents available. | |
| Read to Achieve Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program supporting reading achievement initiatives in Kentucky schools. Includes Read to Achieve Awards, RDIF Mini Grants, and KDE Awards across multiple fiscal years. | |
| State Aid Funding for Emergencies (SAFE) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Emergency funding program for Kentucky school districts in East and West regions. Includes application forms and district expense forms. | |
| School Resource Officers (SRO) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program for school resource officer funding in Kentucky public and non-public schools. Multiple fiscal year awards available. | |
| Supplemental CTE Funds Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program providing supplemental funding for Career and Technical Education programs, including High and General Cost Pathway Weights adjustments. | |
| Gifted & Talented Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program supporting Gifted and Talented education programs in Kentucky schools. Award notifications available for multiple fiscal years (FY2019-FY2027). |
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About grants for education in Kentucky
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.
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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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