Professional Development Grants for Teachers
Last updated October 25, 2026
Grantable tracks 826 active professional development grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 448 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.
- Grants tracked
- 826
- from 483 funders
- Median award
- $5,000
- middle half $1,500–$28K
- Total listed funding
- $71.4M
- across 448 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 10
- 40 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| MSU Graduate Teaching Scholarships Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The MSU Graduate Teaching Scholarships recognize the vital role graduate students play in undergraduate education by providing financial support for their teaching efforts. | |
| APA: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Prize Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The APA: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Prize, established in 2013, honors outstanding scholarly contributions by adjunct professors in philosophy. | |
| Partners in Science Grant Program M J Murdock Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $15K The Partners in Science Grant Program, funded by the M J Murdock Charitable Trust, connects secondary school science teachers with research mentors to enhance their teaching and research skills. | |
| APA: David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching, awarded by the American Philosophical Association, recognizes outstanding contributions to student learning in philosophy. | |
| Learning & Leadership Grants The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Learning & Leadership Grants support educators in enhancing their professional development and leadership skills. | |
| PFE Council Statewide Training Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $500K The PFE Council Statewide Training Grant, offered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance parent and family engagement across educational systems in Texas. | |
| Doris E. Schwartz Education Fund Memorial Health Fund · Foundation Not published · $52K – $100K Created in 2013 from the estate of Doris E. Schwartz, a former West York teacher and flight attendant. Established to foster innovation in education and provide scholarship support. | |
| Columbine Memorial Scholarship – Teachers Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Columbine Memorial Scholarship for Teachers aims to support dedicated educators in the Jefferson County School District who have positively influenced their communities. | |
| NIH NSADA Training in Neurology Children's Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Roger Packer, MD - for additional information | |
| Spencer Fellowship for Education Reporting Grant The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies The Spencer Fellowship for Education Reporting at Columbia Journalism School offers journalists and educators the opportunity to develop impactful long-form journalism projects. | |
| ONS: Master's Scholarships Grant Oncology Nursing Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The ONS Master's Scholarships, sponsored by the Oncology Nursing Foundation and the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation, aim to support registered nurses pursuing a master's degree in oncology nursing. | |
| The Luiz Antonio Marcuschi Travel Awards Grant Conference on College Composition and Communication · Foundation Not published · $1K The Luiz Antonio Marcuschi Travel Awards offer two $1,000 travel reimbursement grants to scholars in Mexico, Central, or South America with accepted papers for presentation at the CCCC Convention. | |
| TESOL Awards for International Participation Grant Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The TESOL Awards for International Participation aims to enhance the involvement of global presenters at the annual TESOL convention. | |
| Robert S. Daniel Teaching Excellence Award (4 Year College or University) Grant Society for the Teaching of Psychology · Foundation Not published · $2K The Robert S. Daniel Teaching Excellence Award honors outstanding teaching in psychology at 4-year colleges and universities. | |
| Oregon Mentoring Program Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Beginning Teacher and Administrator Mentorship Program established in 2007 through HB 2574. Continued funding provided in 2015 through The Network for Quality Teaching and Learning (HB 3233). | |
| TESOL Teacher of the Year Award Grant Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The TESOL Teacher of the Year Award, presented by National Geographic Learning, honors exceptional English language teachers who have demonstrated outstanding dedication in the classroom for at least three consecutive years. | |
| Grades 7-12 Preservice Teacher Coursework Scholarship Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Grades 7-12 Preservice Teacher Coursework Scholarship, provided by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, offers financial support for students preparing to teach secondary school mathematics. | |
| Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing and Allied Health · Foundation Not published · Varies To help address the growing demand for qualified nursing faculty by providing financial support to students pursuing advanced nursing degrees who commit to nursing education careers. | |
| Innovations in International Education Longview Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Our grant process starts with an eligibility quiz, a short form Letter of Intent, and a Full Proposal by invitation only._ The Longview Foundation seeks to build a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world by equipping youth with a… | |
| Rita Reding Scholarship Owatonna Independent School District No 761 Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $500M This scholarship fund was established in memory of Rita M. Reding, a former elementary teacher, to help District 761 elementary teachers receive professional training. | |
| GCCF: Pat Santucci Education Fund Grant Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Pat Santucci Education Fund, managed by the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, supports initiatives that enhance public education and assist educators, especially for the physically and mentally challenged, within six counties in South… | |
| Mini-Grants: Professional Development Grants The Plymouth Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 | |
| McElhattan Foundation: Expanding Educator Diversity Grant McElhattan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McElhattan Foundation focuses on expanding educator diversity to improve educational outcomes for students of color in Allegheny County. | |
| Doris E. Schwartz Education Fund York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $52K – $100K Raise the bar for education in York County by helping York County public school teachers meaningfully increase their capacity to lead and inspire innovative educational practices. |
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About professional development grants for teachers
Professional development grants for teachers fund continuing education, fellowships, action research, and leadership training that strengthen teaching practice. At the federal level, Title II, Part A of ESSA supports educator professional development, with funds flowing through state agencies to districts. The NEA Foundation offers Learning & Leadership grants directly to educators, and Fund for Teachers supports self-designed teacher fellowships, alongside other associations and foundations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do professional development grants for teachers award?
Of the 826 professional development grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 448 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,500 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most professional development grants for teachers?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Texas Education Agency (24), Nurses Educational Funds Inc. (19), National Council of Teachers of (17), Project Lead The Way Inc (14), and American Chemical Society (11). In all, 483 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are professional development grants for teachers due?
Of 826 grants listed, 10 accept applications on a rolling basis, 40 have a published upcoming deadline, 219 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 557 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in January–March.
What professional development grants are available for teachers?
Grants fund summer institutes, graduate coursework, action research, mentoring, conference attendance, and self-designed fellowships. The NEA Foundation's Learning & Leadership grants fund individual and group professional development, and Fund for Teachers supports fellowships teachers design themselves. Federal Title II-A funds also support district-run professional development for educators.
Who funds teacher professional development?
Public funding comes primarily from Title II, Part A of ESSA, administered by the U.S. Department of Education and distributed through state education agencies to districts. Private funders include the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, state and local education associations and foundations, and corporate education programs. Community foundations also support educator development in their regions.
Can individual teachers apply, or only schools and districts?
It depends on the source. Federal Title II-A funds flow to districts, which decide how to use them for professional development, so individual teachers do not apply directly. Many private grants, however, such as those from the NEA Foundation and Fund for Teachers, are awarded directly to individual educators or small groups. Some NEA Foundation grants require current membership, so check each funder's eligibility rules.
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