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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Educator Support Fund Houston Independent School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Educators and teachers specifically benefit from knowing a community is rallying behind them to achieve great things for students. The ESF funds a variety of initiatives that aim to attract, grow and retain teachers in HISD.	Not published	Varies
Educator Diversity (Teachers of Color) Funding Opportunity New Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · $150K – $200K NewSchools announced a cohort of organizations receiving investments to diversify the PreK-12 teaching profession.	Not published	$150K – $200K
Ellbogen Foundation Grants The John P Ellbogen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ellbogen Foundation Grants aim to enhance the well-being and education of Wyoming residents.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Teachers Fellows Chattanoogahamilton County Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants for self-designed summer fellowships that allow preK-12 teachers to pursue learning experiences they design in response to the needs of their students.	Not published	Varies
Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative (KRC) - Early Child Care Programs Future Ready Five · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive program designed to help early childcare centers and family child care homes support children's kindergarten readiness through coaching, training, and financial incentives. Training Locations & Schedule (2025-2026):	Not published	Varies
The Right Stuff: Appropriate Mathematics for All Students American Mathmetical Association of Two-Year Colleges · Foundation Not published · Varies Encourage use of materials that engage students in meaningful activities promoting effective use of technology, stronger problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and enhanced numeracy.	Not published	Varies
California Journalism Educators of the Year Award California Press Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors journalism educators for their work on behalf of student journalists and journalism education programs.	Not published	Varies
Affiliate Grant – Associate Affiliates National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics offers the Affiliate Grant for Associate Affiliates to enhance mathematics education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Prof. Chan Two-Year College Award for the Engaged Teaching of Biology Grant National Association of Biology Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The Prof. Chan Two-Year College Award for the Engaged Teaching of Biology recognizes outstanding contributions by Two-Year College faculty who develop and implement innovative, inclusive pedagogical approaches.	Not published	Varies
APA: Anthony J. Lisska Prize for Excellence in Research and Teaching at Small Liberal Arts Colleges Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Anthony J. Lisska Prize for Excellence in Research and Teaching is awarded by the American Philosophical Association and Denison University to honor Dr. Anthony J. Lisska's legacy.	Not published	$1K
Nursing and Funeral Services Scholarships Donate Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Scholarships supporting students in nursing, mortuary science, critical care nursing, and respiratory therapy programs.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Two-Year College Biology Teaching Award Grant National Association of Biology Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The Two-Year College Biology Teaching Award, sponsored by the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT), recognizes outstanding biology educators in two-year colleges who implement innovative teaching techniques.	Not published	Varies
ASP-Sponsored Summer Institute in Papyrology American Society of Papyrologists · Foundation Not published · Varies American Society of Papyrologists (ASP)-sponsored Summer Institute in Papyrology — an intensive summer training institute for PhD students and post-doctoral scholars in ancient studies (2026 institute June 29–July 31, hosted at the…	Not published	Varies
Maryland Association of Associate Degree Nursing Directors (MAADND) Scholarship Maryland Nurses Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
School Founders Program New Schools for Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies A highly-selective yearlong fellowship for aspiring charter school founders in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Charles R. O'Melia AEESP Distinguished Educator Award Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Charles R. O'Melia AEESP Distinguished Educator Award recognizes exceptional contributions to environmental engineering education.	Not published	$2K
CCKA Provider Scholarship Program Crawford County Kids Association · Foundation Rolling · Varies Designed to reduce financial barriers for early childhood educators pursuing professional development. Supports the local child care workforce and ensures Crawford County children benefit from high-quality, well-trained providers.	Rolling	Varies
Fair Distinguished Engineering Educator Medal Grant Water Environment Federation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fair Distinguished Engineering Educator Medal honors the legacy of Gordon Maskew Fair, a pioneer in the field of sanitary engineering at Harvard University.	Not published	Varies
Cottrell STAR Award Grant Research Corporation dba Research · Foundation Not published · $5K The Cottrell STAR Award recognizes exceptional research and educational achievements of Cottrell Scholars and Holland Award recipients.	Not published	$5K
James F. Mulick Educational Scholarship American Cleft Palate - Craniofacial Association · Foundation Not published · $500 Provides funding for an orthodontic resident to participate in ACPA's Annual Meeting. Erin Mallis, Senior Specialist, Membership & Governance	Not published	$500
Educators Professional Development Scholarship Grant Homer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Educators Professional Development Scholarship, established by the Homer Foundation, supports local public school educators seeking to enhance their skills and obtain continuing education credits.	Not published	Varies
Flex Focus Awards (Extended School Services, Preschool, Safe Schools, Professional Development, and Textbook) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Competitive grant program providing flexible funding for Extended School Services, Preschool, Safe Schools, Professional Development, and Textbook programs in Kentucky school districts.	Not published	Varies
The Pedagogic Logics and Harms of Curricular Sequencing Governors State University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A research project examining the pedagogic logics and potential harms associated with curricular sequencing in teacher education programs.	Not published	Varies
Sullivan-Walsh Scholarship Fund - Mary Ellen Walsh Honorary Nursing Assistant Scholarship Deutsches Altenheim Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sullivan-Walsh Scholarship Fund was established in 2021 through the generosity of the Sullivan family to empower frontline staff by supporting their career advancement and professional development.	Not published	Varies

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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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