Grants for Special Education

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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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2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B and State Dyslexia and Related Disorders Coordinators Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $275K The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is offering the 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B and State Dyslexia and Related Disorders Coordinators grant to provide essential technical assistance and training for dyslexia services across 20 Regional Education…	Not published	$275K
TSBVI Access Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $1M The TSBVI Access Grant, awarded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance access to core and expanded curricula for students with visual impairments.	Not published	$1M
Sunny Bug Farmette Fund Slow Food Co-Denver · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
Children's Guild Foundation Grant The Children's Guild Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Children's Guild Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Western New York that cater to children with special needs.	Not published	Varies
Special Education - EI Clearinghouse (25-444-84-2900-01) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood · Foundation Not published · $700K – $950K The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking an organization to establish and maintain an Early Intervention Clearinghouse (EIC).	Not published	$700K – $950K
General Grant Programs The Children's Guild Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Children's Guild Foundation has concentrated its efforts and resources in Western New York since 1910. The Foundation seeks to make transformational change in the lives of children with special needs through grant funding and advocacy.	Rolling	Varies
David B. Gianas Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The David B. Gianas Memorial Scholarship, offered by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation, provides vital educational support for students with documented special needs.	Not published	Up to $2K
Special Education - EI Child & Family Connections (25-444-84-2880-02) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood · Foundation Not published · $50M – $60M The Special Education - EI Child & Family Connections program, managed by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to provide essential services for families with children under three years old facing challenges like child abuse or…	Not published	$50M – $60M
Patricia Gilcrest-Frazier Award Michigan Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Distinguished award recognizing leaders in the field of special education. One of two highly distinguished awards presented by MAASE.	Not published	Varies
Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants Northwest Regional ESD Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $3K The Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants aim to support special needs children and those at risk from birth to age 21, with a focus on equity for all backgrounds.	Not published	$100 – $3K
WHAS Crusade for Children Grants The Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Education & Youth Enrichment Grant Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Education & Youth Enrichment initiative aims to empower Broward’s youth by enhancing academic achievement, exposing them to diverse career paths, and fostering essential life skills.	Not published	Varies
Bothin Foundation Grant Bothin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Bothin Foundation Grant supports nonprofits with capital investments in social services, youth development, arts, and environmental programs, focusing on those serving disadvantaged children, low-income families, and individuals with…	Not published	$5K – $50K
Catholic School Grants Matthew 19 14 · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants assist schools with costs of hiring the following personnel: Grants may also be used to purchase resources to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications to curriculum intended to foster a learning culture of inclusive…	Not published	Varies
Service Provider Grants: Local Impact Grants Autism Speaks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We are re-imagining our community grants program to meet the needs of individuals with autism today and in the future. We look forward to sharing our updated grants program in 2025.	Not published	Varies
Shooting Star Scholarship - Sunny Days Therapy The Shooting Star Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Andrew M. Hergan Transition Award Fund Susquehanna Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognize a high school junior in a special education program who embodies compassion and a willingness to assist others as they navigate life beyond high school.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool program, administered by the Texas Education Agency, allocates funds to 20 regional education service centers.	Not published	Varies
Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust Scholarship Fund of DJCF Grant Dallas Jewish Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust Scholarship Fund, managed by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, offers two $10,000 awards for graduate and doctoral students in special education across Texas.	Not published	$10K
Avery-Fuller-Welch Treatment and Therapy Grants Avery-Fuller-Welch Childrens Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to nonprofits administering restorative/remedial therapy for children (<=21) from low-income families in five program areas: speech therapy (incl. devices), psychotherapy, remedial education, physical/occupational therapy (incl.…	Not published	Varies
Grant Request - Under $2,500 The Joey Pizzano Memorial Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Funding Restrictions - Grant funds may NOT be used for:	Not published	$3K
Mini-Grants Provo City School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Provo City School District Foundation awards mini-grants to recognize and support teacher and specialist efforts to innovate and improve schools.	Not published	Varies
Maryland School for the Deaf - Frederick Maryland School for the Deaf · State Not published · Varies The Frederick Campus provides a comprehensive Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 program to deaf and hard of hearing students. The Family Education & Early Childhood Department serves ages birth through 5.	Not published	Varies
The Difference is You Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Difference is You Scholarship offers financial support to graduating high school seniors from Marathon County who have received special reading or speech instruction during their K-12 education.	Not published	Varies

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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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