Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 208 active grants for special education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Grants for Special Education provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Ann & Randy Smith Scholarship Fund Amount: $3,675 Established in: Honor of Ann and Randy Smith's long-time leadership and teaching on the class's 25th anniversary Eligibility: - Pursuing a degree in…
Anne-Marie Young Memorial Special Education Fund Type: Grant for special education Purpose: Fund projects in Bay Middle School classrooms for students with special needs. Geographic Scope: Bay Middle…
Annual Grant Program Funder: Clothes Less Traveled Thrift Shop Inc (GA, US) Overview: Clothes Less Traveled's annual grant program supports local nonprofits through a two-step application process.…
Annunziata Sanguinetti Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Annunziata Sanguinetti Foundation Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Annunziata Sanguinetti Foundation Grant provides year-round…
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Organization: Appleton Education Foundation Inc (WI, US) Geographic Scope: Appleton Area School District (AASD), Wisconsin Overview: The Appleton Education…
Arvest Foundation Interactive Whiteboards Grant Funder: Arvest Foundation Award Amount: $10,000 Geographic Scope: Northwest Arkansas Focus Areas: - Educational technology for therapeutic day…
Assistive Technology (AT) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rural Technology Fund Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: May 09, 2025 Summary The Assistive Technology (AT) Grants support Rural…
Overview _NOTE: As of August 2024, grant applications are by invitation only._ Avery-Fuller-Welch Children’s Foundation provides grants that allow low-income families with children in need of…
AWS Foundation Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Greater Fort Wayne Inc Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The AWS Foundation Scholarship Fund, managed by the…
Bethany's Butterflies Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary Bethany's Butterflies Scholarship Program,…
Bill and Barbara Berrier Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Bill and Barbara Berrier…
Bill Oban Special Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota United Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Bill Oban Special Education Scholarship, offered by the…
Bothin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bothin Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Bothin Foundation Grant supports nonprofits with capital…
Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund: Adaptive Sports in Schools Mobility Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary Overview…
Building Early Childhood Partnerships: A Preschool Itinerant Team Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last…
Carolyn Balsa Hancock Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Carolyn Balsa Hancock Scholarship…
Cathleen M. Harkness Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
Catholic School Grants Funder: MATTHEW 19 14 (EMBRACE) Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas (KCK) Mission: EMBRACE equips Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas to…
Child Development Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Child Development Foundation Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Child Development Foundation Grant supports organizations aiding…
Child Find, Early to Exit, and IEP Supports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $900,082 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary The Child Find, Early to Exit, and IEP Supports…
Grants for Special Education come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.