Literacy Grants

Last updated August 20, 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	Read Conmigo Grant Program- School Impact Grants	The Kemper Foundation	Rolling	$10K
State	FY27 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT)	Junior League of Dallas Inc	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Youth Literacy Book Grants	Eves Fund for Native American Health Initiatives	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	MEA Read Across America Incentive Grants	Maine Education Association	Rolling	$50
Foundation	Mebane Foundation Grant	Mebane Charitable Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Charlotte CF Education Fund Grant	Charlotte Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Elementary Library Grants	Foundation of the Monroe County	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	DGLF Summer Reading Grants	Dollar General Literacy Foundation	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Grant Patrol (Educator Grants)	Leander Educational Excellence Foundation	Rolling	$300 – $500
Foundation	LIFT Program	Earlham College Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant	Oregon Department of Education	Rolling	$250K – $2.4M
Foundation	Senator Montigny's Children's Fund Grant	Southcoast Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	$15K – $50K
Foundation	Adult Education Professional Development Grant	California Department of Education	Rolling	Up to $4.4M
Foundation	Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program (ECILP) Grant	State of Nevada Department of Education	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Summer Library Program Grant (OH)	State Library of Ohio	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	Summer Reading Challenge	Friends of the Library Virginia Beach Inc	Rolling	$100K
State	Read to Achieve (RTA)	Dept of Education	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	FY26 Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD), Kindergarten through Grade Twelve (K-12) Grant	District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education	Rolling	Up to $39.8M
Foundation	Dowd Innovation Grants	Come to Believe Foundation	Rolling	$50K
Foundation	Educator Grants	St Vrain Valley Educational	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	AllSides Education Fund Scholarship	Mediators Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Kara Barnard Youth Literacy Grants	The Community's Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Rams Readers Request Grant	Los Angeles Rams Foundation	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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