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
On this page: State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Innovation in Education Grants Loudoun Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies LEF makes direct investments in unique learning concepts and programs, supporting educators' good ideas within and beyond the classroom. | |
| Miriam M. Powell Scholarship Grant Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Miriam M. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Feb 2027. | |
| Chuck Acosta Scholarship Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the legacy of Chuck Acosta, whose 35-year career in education included serving as a bilingual education consultant at the Los Angeles County Office of Education and contributing to numerous local, county, and state educational… | |
| District Level Evidence Based Professional Development Grant Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $300K Districts identified with a Priority rating on the Iowa School Performance Profile are eligible for support to build district-level capacity and strengthen alignment of processes through professional development. | |
| Dr. Lillian M. Lowery Scholarship Educational Testing Service · Foundation Not published · Varies Awarded to a student pursuing a master's degree in education who embodies the spirit of commitment to furthering opportunities for all students. | |
| Artist Residency Division of the Arts Grants · State Not published · Varies Grants for residencies with visual, literary, performing or media artists working with students in the classroom or in professional development workshops with teachers. | |
| Teacher Quality and Retention Program-Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The Teacher Quality and Retention Program aims to enhance instructional coaching for teachers in high poverty districts in New Jersey. | |
| PLTW Gateway - New Program (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K ExxonMobil partners with PLTW Gateway to inspire students in STEM careers by supporting schools in the Greater Houston area. | |
| Teacher Professional Development Grant (Pre-K-5) National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student. | |
| Kristi and David Crawford Student Teacher Excellence Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies Kristi and David Crawford Student Teacher Excellence Scholarship You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. | |
| Employee and Dependent Nursing Scholarship Active Retirement Community Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Jefferson's Ferry offers this scholarship to support nursing education among its workforce and their families, as part of its commitment to elevate healthcare skills and retain trained health care workers. | |
| Arthur L. Davis Scholarship Maryland Nurses Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 2003 by Art Davis. One scholarship awarded annually. | |
| LHAAMC Nursing Scholarship Fund Bo's Effort Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| AAP Foundation Fellowship to the Institute for Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $4K The AAP Foundation Fellowship offers financial support for the Institute for Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions, covering full tuition for its Program for Dental School Faculty. | |
| Nursing Scholarship & Recruitment Program St Frances Cabrini Hospital Foundation OF ALEXANDRIA · Foundation Not published · Varies This program provides scholarships to CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital associates interested in furthering their nursing education, as well as debt assistance for new nursing graduates overwhelmed with student loans. | |
| Limitless Educator Program Limitless Space Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Medical Student Mentored Summer Research Program Grant North American Society for Pediatric Gas Troenterology Hepatology & Nutrition Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Medical Student Mentored Summer Research Program offers medical students in the U.S. and Canada a unique opportunity to engage in a 10-week research experience under expert mentorship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, or… | |
| Mathy Mezey Scholarship Grant Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Applicants MUST have a minimum of two semesters of study remaining after notification of award in early June (i.e. summer and fall; fall and spring).NEF Scholarships are awarded directly to the successful applicants and not to their… | |
| Early Career Mentoring Program Umkc Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed for faculty members who wish to: | |
| National Board Certification Support Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The SUSD Foundation provides financial assistance to teachers pursuing National Board Certification (NBC). | |
| Allison Adams Wieczorek Scholarship Grant Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allison Adams Wieczorek Scholarship supports graduate nurses pursuing degrees in maternal-infant and pediatric nursing. | |
| NLN Nursing Education Scholarship Award Grant National League for Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The NLN Nursing Education Scholarship Award offers up to $8,000 annually to support nurse educators pursuing advanced degrees. | |
| Nursing Education Research Grants National League for Nursing · Foundation Not published · Varies As the first national organization to fund nursing education research, the NLN is the leader in advancing the science of nursing education. | |
| Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center Scholarship Fund Susquehanna Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial aid to deserving individuals to alleviate the burden of tuition costs and other educational expenses. |
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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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