Literacy Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 435 active literacy grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Read Across America State Affiliate Event Grant National Education Association Staff Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Read Across America State Affiliate Event Grant supports NEA state affiliates in enhancing coordinated events that celebrate diverse reading.	Not published	Up to $8K
Whitney Pinkerton Fund Grant Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Whitney Pinkerton Fund Grant, offered by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, provides up to $750 to enhance library collections in the El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties.	Not published	Up to $750
Institutional Grants: Education The Tinker Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Tinker Foundation's Institutional Grants program supports initiatives aimed at improving educational access and quality in Latin America.	Not published	$50K – $100K
AAACF Community Grantmaking Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The AAACF Community Grantmaking Program aims to promote equity in education and reduce racial and economic disparities in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Up to $20K
Adult Literacy Grants Dollar General Literacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Creating access and opportunity for adults to learn.	Not published	Varies
Back to School Grant Awards Angleton ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program that funds educational projects timed for the back-to-school season.	Not published	Varies
My First Book Club Committee for Excellence in Education · Foundation Not published · Varies A literacy support program providing new books to at-risk preschool students to improve literacy skills, promote peer interaction, and foster love of reading.	Not published	Varies
WEF General Grants (Spring Cycle) Westerville City Schools Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Westerville Education Foundation offers grant funding for innovative and creative projects that enhance education for students in Westerville City Schools.	Not published	Varies
Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation: Community Grants Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in rural Oklahoma, focusing on projects that enhance arts, literacy, health, safety, and economic development.	Not published	Up to $40K
Maddox Fund: Participatory Grants The Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We seek a world in which people and planet flourish together in regenerative systems free from oppression and threat.	Not published	Varies
Jack and Judy Schiller Dyslexia Fund Ottawa County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Special grant opportunity supporting projects and services that aid dyslexia awareness and lead to identification and remediation efforts for children with dyslexia.	Rolling	Varies
GLCF: Field of Interest Grants Greater Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Lafayette Community Foundation offers a variety of Field of Interest Grants aimed at supporting diverse community needs in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.	Not published	Varies
FHCCF: Stitt Early Literacy Mentoring Grants The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The FHCCF: Stitt Early Literacy Mentoring Grants aim to support literacy initiatives for children in Hancock County.	Not published	Varies
ChildTrust Foundation: Program Grants Childtrust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ChildTrust Foundation offers program grants aimed at enhancing early education and literacy in North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Read to Ride Program USA BMX Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to encourage, motivate, and inspire youth to develop and improve their reading skills during non-school hours and combat learning loss over extended school breaks.	Not published	Varies
Literacy and Early Childhood Education Grants Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blue Grass Community Foundation offers Literacy and Early Childhood Education Grants to enhance access to pre-K education and literacy programs in Central Kentucky.	Not published	Varies
Virginia Literacy Foundation Grants Virginia Literacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Virginia Literacy Foundation Grants support community-based adult literacy programs in Virginia, offering one-year funding for projects aimed at improving literacy, ESOL, and numeracy skills for adults aged 18 and older.	Not published	$3K – $10K
State Library of Ohio Library Services and Technology Act Competitive Grants (OH) State Library of Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The State Library of Ohio offers competitive grants under the Library Services and Technology Act to support innovative projects that enhance library services.	Not published	Up to $50K
State Summer Learning Grants Oregon Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $20K – $80K The State Summer Learning Grants, administered by the Oregon Department of Education, aim to enhance academic growth and engagement through high-quality summer programs.	Not published	$20K – $80K
CLCF Opportunity Grant Central Louisiana Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The CLCF Opportunity Grant supports eligible organizations in Central Louisiana with grants ranging from $250 to $2,000. Applications are accepted quarterly, focusing on areas such as literacy, arts, culture, and community development.	Not published	$250 – $2K
Impact Grants United Way of the River Cities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Award funding to nonprofit programs that address United Way's critical issues in the focus areas of health, education, and financial stability.	Not published	Varies
UWGNB Community Impact Grants United Way of Greater New Bedford Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The UWGNB Community Impact Grants aim to enhance local communities by funding projects focused on Healthy Community and Child and Youth Opportunity.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:	Not published	Varies
Elementary Reading Initiative Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $325K The Elementary Reading Initiative (ERI) provides districts with Technical Assistance to support districts leaders, campus leaders, and educators to implement high-quality instructional materials and research based instruction.	Not published	$325K

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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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