Grants for Special Education

Last updated October 17, 2026

Grantable tracks 193 active grants for special education in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 85 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 193; from 144 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $2,500–$250K
Total listed funding: $38.3M; across 85 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 12 with a published date

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Murray O. Batten Humanitarian Award Michigan Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Highly distinguished award recognizing leaders in the field of special education. One of two major awards presented by MAASE.	Not published	Varies
Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund: Adaptive Sports in Schools Mobility Grants Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K Adaptive Sports in Schools Mobility Grants More than 7 million students in the U.S. receive special education services for disabilities in public schools.	Not published	$25K
Whelan Foundation: Academic Scholarship The Whelan Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Whelan Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support the higher educational goals of its recipients. It is our goal to equalize opportunities for recipients on Long Island that are normally denied them because of cost.	Not published	Varies
James Hantak Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The James Hantak Scholarship, established by The Columbus Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Columbus City Schools, Upper Arlington High School, or volunteers and athletes from Lancaster Special Olympics with special needs.	Not published	$2K
Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant The HA & Mary K Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10M The Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant supports various program areas, including arts, education, healthcare, and social services, primarily in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Colorado Springs, Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $10M
GPOA Foundation Grant The Gpoa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GPOA Foundation is a grant-making, independent foundation which supports programs that serve children in Orleans Parish, Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Supporting All Learners Grant Program Camden Education Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $190K – $250K Provides grants to Camden high schools to improve achievement for English language learners and students with disabilities. This is one of the largest awards made in the Camden Education Fund's history.	Not published	$190K – $250K
Gregory Fotia Memorial Scholarship Grant The Children's Relief Fund · Foundation Not published · $1K The Children’s Relief Fund (CRF) is a non-profit organization founded in 1991 by Rose and Frank Fotia. Their son Gregory had multiple disabilities and was the inspiration behind CRF.	Not published	$1K
Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT) Junior League of Dallas Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
Teacher Scholarships Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support teachers and administrators in continuing education that advances inclusive teaching and learning practices	Not published	Varies
JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant The Stateline Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant supports projects enriching children's lives in Rock County, focusing on education, recreation, sports, and the arts.	Not published	Up to $5K
2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application Grant FORECAST Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application provides essential funding for special education services at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf.	Not published	Varies
Kyle R. Long Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kyle R. Long Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, aims to support graduating seniors from the Medford area who have special educational needs or learning disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $500 LEEF's Grant Patrol is a semi-annual grant program that awards funding to Leander ISD teachers and staff for innovative classroom projects, professional development, and student-centered initiatives.	Not published	$300 – $500
Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program (Credit 341) Catholic Education Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides tuition scholarships to students with disabilities and displaced students (including foster care) attending Catholic schools Large companies: Earnhardt Auto Centers, BBVA, GCU, APS, Sprouts Small firms: Dentists, general…	Not published	Varies
TGFCY: Special Projects Grant Program The Gordon Foundation for Children and Youth · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Gordon Foundation for Children and Youth offers the Special Projects Grant Program to support initiatives that enhance the mental health and well-being of children and youth.	Not published	Up to $3K
WHAS Crusade for Children Grant - New Applicants The Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WHAS Crusade for Children Grant supports organizations, schools, and hospitals that assist children with special needs up to age 18 in Kentucky and southern Indiana.	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-30-3720 Special Education-Grants for Infants and Families - Early Intervention - Clearinghouse Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies The State of Illinois, Illinois Department of Early Childhood, seeks an organization with which to contract for the establishment and maintenance of an Early Intervention Clearinghouse (EIC), a resource for the parents/caregivers, general…	Not published	Varies
Individual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) Program Department of Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Summer Camp Program Grant The Joe W and Dorothy D Brown · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation's Summer Camp Program aims to support overnight camps for children with special needs, particularly those unable to attend other camps.	Not published	Varies
Transition Readiness Grants Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Transition Readiness Grants program, established under 2017 Act 59 with $1.5 million in funding, aims to help Wisconsin students with disabilities transition to competitive work and post-secondary education.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Kathy, Russ and Jim Keller Scholarship Grant Crown Point Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kathy, Russ and Jim Keller Scholarship, administered by the Crown Point Community Foundation, offers financial support to graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in Special Education.	Not published	Varies
AEIO Grant Program Abington Heights Educational Improvement Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AEIO accepts grant applications for new programs and initiatives. Applicants are encouraged to submit ideas that align with the organization's mission of supporting educational improvement in the Abington Heights School District.	Not published	Varies
Grant Request - Over $2,500 The Joey Pizzano Memorial Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Funding Restrictions - Grant funds may NOT be used for:	Not published	$3K

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About grants for special education

Grants for special education fund services, staffing, assistive technology, and training to support students with disabilities. The cornerstone federal source is Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), administered by the U.S. Department of Education, which provides formula grants to states and local education agencies for students ages 3 through 21, including the Section 619 preschool grants for children ages 3 to 5. Foundations and corporate funders add grants for disability-focused programs and equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for special education award?

Of the 193 grants for special education Grantable lists as of October 17, 2026, 85 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $250K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for special education?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Texas Education Agency (13), Early Childhood (4), The Shooting Star Foundation Inc (4), Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc (3), and Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood (3). In all, 144 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for special education due?

Of 193 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 12 have a published upcoming deadline, 45 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 132 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for special education?

IDEA Part B provides federal formula funding that districts use to supplement special education and related services, including areas such as assistive technology, extended school year services, and personnel and parent training. Section 619 preschool grants serve children ages 3 to 5 with disabilities. Beyond IDEA, foundations and corporations offer grants for specific disability-related programs, therapies, and classroom equipment.

Who funds special education?

The U.S. Department of Education funds special education primarily through IDEA Part B grants to states, which pass funding to local education agencies. State and local governments provide additional special-education funding, and private foundations and corporate programs fund disability-focused initiatives and assistive technology. Federal IDEA funds are intended to supplement, not replace, state and local spending.

Can individual teachers or families apply, or only schools?

IDEA Part B funds flow to states and then to school districts, so individual teachers and families do not apply for them directly. Some foundations and corporate programs, however, offer grants that special-education teachers, classrooms, or families of children with disabilities can apply for to fund equipment, therapies, or projects. Check each funder's guidelines for the eligible applicant type.

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