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	FY27 Request for Proposals (RFP) - Early Literacy	Promise Partners	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	New Alliance Foundation: Emerging Grants	Newalliance Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Education Award	World of Children Inc	Rolling	From $100B
Foundation	Wish You Well Foundation Grant	Wish You Well Foundation	Rolling	$200 – $10K
Foundation	FY26 Literacy Interventionists and Tutoring Programs Grant	State of Nevada Department of Education	Rolling	Up to $1M
Foundation	Starseed Foundation Grant	The Starseed Foundation	Rolling	$1K – $15K
Foundation	LSTA: Planning and Assessment Grants	Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	Summer Reading Camp Community Partnership Grant	South Carolina Department of Education	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GGS Early Literacy Grant Program	Bella Vista Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Maddox Fund: Responsive Grants	The Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	LSTA: Competitive Grants	Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records	Rolling	$15K – $100K
Foundation	Lend A Hand Society: Book Mission Grant	Lend a Hand Society	Rolling	$500 – $2K
State	Adult Basic Education	Baltimore City Community College	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Women's Philanthropy Fund	Amarillo Area Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	General Grants Program - Quarterly Cycle	Langley for Families -	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Family Literacy Grant	Hawaii Community Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $30K
Foundation	FHCCF: HancockREADS Grant	The Findlay-hancock County Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Literacy Opportunity Fund Grant	Proliteracy Worldwide	Rolling	Up to $6K
Foundation	Pop-Up Libraries at Community Meal Sites' Grant Program	California State Library	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Youth Literacy Grants	Dollar General Literacy Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Scarlett Family Foundation Grant	Scarlett Family Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Global Impact Program	Burger King Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Primary Instruction by Volunteers Grant	Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education	Rolling	Up to $500K
Foundation	Minnesota Reading Corps	Serveminnesota	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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