Grants for Education in Maryland

Last updated October 16, 2026

There are 63 active grants for education tagged to Maryland, part of 15,240 active grants for education listed nationwide. Updated daily.

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Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation Grant

Alice & Eugene Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation

Jan 10, 2027 · Varies

The Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations achieving measurable impact for individuals and families in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland regions, within its focus areas: Education & Skills…

Child Care Career & Professional Development Fund

Salisbury University · State

Not published · Varies

Tuition assistance program for child-care providers and others pursuing a bachelor's degree in early childhood education.

State Assessments and Other Related Activities

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Develop, administer, score and report results for all state assessments. Also coordinates the Department's efforts to provide web-based access to multi-year education accountability data.

University of Maryland Grant

University of Maryland, College Park · State

Not published · Varies

The UMD grant is awarded to full-time undergraduates who demonstrate financial need and the meet FAFSA priority deadline of March 1. The Office of Student Financial Aid selects the recipients of this award based on availability of funds.

VA Educational Benefits

Salisbury University · State

Not published · Varies

SU has been consistently named a “Best for Vets” college by the Military Times.

Maryland Summer Centers

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To challenge gifted and talented students in areas of their individual interests at levels beyond their school grade levels. For-Profit, Regional, State Colleges, Other

The Judith P. Hoyer Early Child Care and Education Enhancement Program

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To provide comprehensive school readiness services for at-risk children birth through age six and their families. Grants provide funds to child care providers for accreditation and professional development programs for staff.

Excellence Scholarship

St. Mary's College of Maryland · State

Not published · Varies

This award is given for outstanding academic achievement.

Special Education

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Program provides formula grants to states to assist in meeting the cost of providing special education and related services to children with disabilities.

Educational Assistance Grant

Maryland Higher Education Commission · State

Not published · Varies

This program provides need-based financial assistance for low- and middle-income Maryland residents who are first-time, full-time undergraduate students.

CollegeBound Partnership Scholarships

St. Mary's College of Maryland · State

Not published · Varies

This is a matching award to students from Baltimore public high schools who receive scholarships or grants from the CollegeBound Foundation.

Bowie State University Mission Based Scholarship

Bowie State University · State

Not published · Varies

This is a program that provides financial assistants to students who demonstrate need.

US Dept of Education: TRIO Student Support Services

Salisbury University · State

Not published · Varies

Provides grant-aid to low-income, first generation students and provides assistance in course advisement, financial literacy, career counseling, financial aid resources, and graduate school assistance.

Salisbury University Institutional and Foundation Based Scholarships

Salisbury University · State

Not published · Varies

Salisbury University merit and need-based funding to provide financial assistance to students attending Salisbury University.

Teacher Development

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Provides grants for teacher development, including Governor's Award for Teaching Excellence.

Web-Based Learning Project (MVLO)

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

This project establishes and operates the Maryland Virtual Learning Opportunities Program (MVLO).

Educationally Deprived Children-Title I, Part A, Local School System Programs

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

This program provides financial assistance to local school systems based on the percentage of poor children to ensure that all children meet challenging academic and achievement standards.

Special Education - Preschool Grants

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Program ensures that special education and related services are available to children, ages 3-5, with disabilities.

Sexual Harassment/Assault Prevention Program

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To reduce the number of incidents of harassment and assault among the youth in Maryland by expanding the existing sexual harassment/assault prevention program.

Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program

Morgan State University · State

Not published · Varies

Federal grant assistance to undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, or graduate students in a post-secondary education who plan to teach.

International Learning Communities

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To create a forum for principals from around the world to come together to discuss common issues in instructional leadership and provide mutual learning experiences.

Voluntary State Curriculum

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To develop, with local school systems, a statewide K-12 curriculum that specifies by subject and grade what students should know and be able to do.

Title III, Part A, NCLB - English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement and Academic Achievement

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

To assist local school systems in teaching English to limited English proficient students and in helping these students meet the same challenging standards required of all students.

Human Services Careers Scholarship - MD DHS

Salisbury University · State

Not published · Varies

TeamDHS is looking for committed rising high school seniors and current higher education students in Maryland to participate in our Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship.

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About grants for education in Maryland

Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What federal grants are available for schools?

Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.

Can individual teachers apply for grants?

Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.

Are there grants for education technology?

Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.

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