Literacy Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 435 active literacy grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 12 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 204 list an award amount, with a median of $13K.

Grants tracked: 435; from 315 funders
Median award: $13K; middle half $2,500–$63K
Total listed funding: $48.8M; across 204 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 8; 29 with a published date

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Appleton Education Foundation Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $2K The Appleton Education Foundation provides accessible, flexible funding for creative and innovative education programs not covered by school budgets. The foundation has awarded more than $3 million in grants since its founding in 1997.	Rolling	$250 – $2K
Raymond, Norbert, and Eleanor Rueter Fund (Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri) Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Rolling · Varies The fund makes grants to 'public and parochial schools or their foundations in Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties in Illinois'. 'Grants will assist with the cost of tutoring or specialized education primarily to improve reading and/or…	Rolling	Varies
Tutoring Program for Adults Grant Pennsylvania Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tutoring Program for Adults, funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, aims to enhance adult literacy through community-based programs.	Not published	Varies
National Home Library Foundation Grant National Home Library Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The National Home Library Foundation Grant supports nonprofits in distributing books and reading materials to libraries and community groups with limited resources.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Pathway Grant Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy · Foundation Not published · Varies Support start-up or recently established adult ESOL classes. Funding is used for direct costs of adult ESOL classes and may be used for childcare during instruction if the budget allows.	Not published	Varies
Jeanne S. Chall Research Fellowship Grant International Literacy Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Jeanne S. Chall Research Fellowship, funded by the International Literacy Association, offers a $5,000 grant to support doctoral students or graduate researchers focusing on reading-related topics.	Not published	Up to $5K
Constance McCullough International Research Grant International Literacy Association · Foundation Not published · $2K This award will be offered again in August 2026. ILA connects research and practice to improve the quality of literacy learning across the globe in ways that are respectful, responsive, and ethical.	Not published	$2K
2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant aims to enhance educational outcomes for low-performing elementary schools by providing tailored support in implementing high-quality curriculum and instructional strategies.	Not published	Varies
Ujima Legacy Fund Grants The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Ujima Legacy Fund will not award grants in 2024.	Not published	Varies
English-Language Program for Disadvantaged Communities Initiatives Program U.S. Mission to Azerbaijan · Federal Forecast · $15K – $25K The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a call for proposals from individuals and organizations for its English-Language Program for Disadvantaged Communities.	Forecast	$15K – $25K
First Tech Education Grants First Technology Federal Credit Union · Foundation Not published · Varies First Tech Education Grants focus on innovative solutions for children and families, primarily in education and fundamental needs.	Not published	Varies
COVID-19 Microgrants Fund (Spanish Language - Closed) Meedan Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K	Not published	$500 – $3K
Youth Literacy Grants Minnesota Humanities Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K	Not published	Up to $250K
Helen M. Robinson Grant International Literacy Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Helen M. Robinson Grant, offered by the International Literacy Association, provides a US$500 award to doctoral students engaged in dissertation research related to reading and literacy.	Not published	Up to $500
Healing Illinois Grant United Way of Rock River Valley · Foundation Not published · $15K	Not published	$15K
Literacy Initiative for Families and Thriving Communities (LIFT) - Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $20K – $60K The Literacy Initiative for Families and Thriving Communities (LIFT) Grant aims to enhance literacy among young children by fostering family engagement and collaboration with community organizations.	Not published	$20K – $60K
Laura Joyner Award Mensa Education and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sound Wall Mirrors Angleton ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $832 A 2023 Winter Grant Award project to implement sound walls with mirrors to support early literacy instruction.	Not published	$832
Grant Requests - Case by Case Basis Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation provides grants to local charities and projects on a case-by-case basis.	Rolling	Varies
Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Literacy Fund Grant Naperville Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy supports grants to individual educators, or entire schools, in an effort to promote a deeper understanding and teaching of literacy, to enrich instructional programs, to provide opportunities…	Not published	Varies
Women United Grants United Way of Greater Charlottesville · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K Women United is a philanthropic committee of United Way that supports local women and children through collective giving of membership.	Not published	Up to $60K
ALISE / Connie Van Fleet Award for Research Excellence in Public Library Services to Adults Grant Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) · Foundation Not published · $200 The ALISE / Connie Van Fleet Award for Research Excellence in Public Library Services to Adults honors outstanding research contributions to adult services in public libraries.	Not published	$200
Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS) Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $109K The Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS) grant, provided by the New Jersey Department of Education, supports Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in implementing high-quality universal literacy screeners for grades K-3.	Not published	Up to $109K
Just My Wish Foundation - Elementary Media Center Grant Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Help integrate hard-bound books into the elementary media centers.	Not published	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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do literacy grants award?

Of the 435 literacy grants Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 204 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $13K, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $63K. The largest is $7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most literacy grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are International Literacy Association (15), Dollar General Literacy Foundation (8), Illinois Community College Board (8), Texas Education Agency (6), and Angleton ISD Education Foundation (5). In all, 315 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are literacy grants due?

Of 435 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 29 have a published upcoming deadline, 126 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 272 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 52% fall in October–December.

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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