Literacy Grants

Last updated August 21, 2026

There are currently 451 active literacy grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Reading is Fundamental Matching Grant - Read for Success	Reading Is Fundamental Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Book Hook Fund Grant	Juneau Community Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Summer Reading Grants	Dollar General Literacy Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Reading Intervention for Secondary Engagement (RISE)- Competitive Grant	New Jersey Department of Education	Rolling	$20K – $50K
Foundation	Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Award - Oklahoma Literacy Study	Accelerate - the National Collaborative	Rolling	$13.8M
Foundation	Grants for Great Ideas Awards	Angleton Isd Education Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Alaska Migrant Literacy Grant	Alaska Department of Education & Early Development	Rolling	Varies
State	Federal Funding (Library Services and Technology Act - LSTA)	Secretary of State Library Grants	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	PBC Grants	Pebble Beach Company Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	2025-2027 Fatherhood and Parental Involvement in Literacy Grant	Texas Education Agency	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Kindergarten Readiness Grant	Idaho Commission for Libraries	Rolling	$1K – $10K
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant - WIOA Title II AEFLA	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	DGLF Family Literacy Grants	Dollar General Literacy Foundation	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	CCCC Research Initiative Grant	Conference on College Composition and Communication	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	Book Studies	Angleton Isd Education Foundation	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	Community Outreach Steering Committee Grant	Community Memorial Hospital of Menomonee Falls Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Stocker Foundation Grants	The Stocker Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA): EZ Grants	State Library of North Carolina	Rolling	$5K – $50K
Foundation	Differentiated Text Sets Development Grant Program	Texas Education Agency	Rolling	$2.3M
Foundation	Family Literacy Grant Initiative Grant Program	Florida Literacy Coalition Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GPOA Foundation Grant	The Gpoa Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Education Plus! Grant Program	Solano Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	Innovation Grants	Austin Public Education Foundation	Rolling	$2K – $10K
State	Bridging the Gap in the 603: Pathways to Literacy Proficiency Request for Applications	NH Dept of Education	Rolling	Varies

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About literacy grants

Literacy grants fund reading, writing, and language programs for learners of all ages, from early childhood and family literacy to adult basic education and English-language instruction. Federal support flows through U.S. Department of Education programs and grants administered via Grants.gov, while major private funders include the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and national nonprofits like ProLiteracy. Awards typically support schools, public libraries, and community-based organizations delivering direct literacy services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What literacy grants are available?

Available literacy grants span youth, family, adult, and summer reading programs, as well as English-language and digital literacy initiatives. Federal funding is largely channeled through state education agencies under U.S. Department of Education programs, while private foundations and corporate funders offer competitive grants directly to schools, libraries, and nonprofits. Many programs target early reading proficiency, while others focus on adult basic education and workforce literacy.

Which organizations fund literacy programs?

Literacy programs are funded by a mix of federal agencies, private foundations, and corporate philanthropy. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation is one of the largest dedicated funders, supporting adult, family, summer, and youth literacy programs, and ProLiteracy administers grants for adult education providers. The U.S. Department of Education funds literacy through formula and competitive programs, and regional community foundations frequently support local reading initiatives.

Are there literacy grants for schools and libraries?

Yes. Many literacy funders specifically prioritize public schools, school districts, and public libraries delivering direct literacy services. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation, for example, accepts applications from nonprofits, public libraries, schools, and colleges, and federal Title programs can support school-based reading interventions. Libraries can also pursue funding tied to summer reading and family literacy.

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