Grants for Teachers
Last updated October 4, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,318 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 28 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 719 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.
- Grants tracked
- 1,318
- from 777 funders
- Median award
- $2,000
- middle half $1,000–$5,000
- Total listed funding
- $31.3M
- across 719 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 43
- 130 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Creative Impact Grants Toledo Public Schools Foundation · Foundation ~October · $500 – $3K The Creative Impact Grant Program is designed to enable teachers to bring innovative and exciting ideas, techniques and resources into the classroom. | |
| Classroom Grants Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies PCEF funds innovative experiences initiated and led by teachers and staff throughout Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. | |
| David and Margaret Bottorff Math and Science Initiative for Elementary Teachers Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation ~October · Varies To provide grants to elementary teachers for math and science related programming. | |
| NEF Grants - General Education & Student Grants Northville Educational Foundation · Foundation ~October · $61K Competitive grant program that funds innovative projects and initiatives led by teachers and students across the district. | |
| Clabaugh Family Outstanding Educator Award Beatrice Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · $2K To recognize and reward outstanding teachers in the Beatrice area | |
| Teacher Mini-Grants McMinnville School District 40 Education Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies McMinnville Education Foundation (MEF) provides mini-grants to McMinnville School District (MSD) staff to enrich classrooms, grade level teams, and whole schools by introducing projects and experiences that align with MEF's mission to… | |
| FISH Grant Spearfish Foundation for Public Ed Inc · Foundation Oct 30, 2026 · Varies | |
| CIDQ Emerging Interior Design Educator Scholarship Program Council for Interior Design · Foundation ~October · Varies The Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ) runs the Emerging Interior Design Educator Scholarship Program to help full-time emerging educators become NCIDQ Certified and advance their academic careers, and to ensure students are… | |
| Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant Christian Educators Association International · Foundation ~October · Up to $500 The Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant, run by Christian Educators (CEAI), offers project grants of up to $500 to 'Members with Coverage' of Christian Educators to help them 'shine Jesus' light' on their K-12 public/private school campus or… | |
| Teacher-Authored Grants (Fall Cycle) The Educational Foundation of Dexter · Foundation ~October · Varies | |
| Teacher of the Year Award Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept of TX · Foundation ~October · $1K The Texas Department VFW's Teacher of the Year Award honors exceptional educators who inspire students with lessons on veteran sacrifices, national pride, and American values. | |
| Classroom Enrichment Grants The School Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · Up to $850 The Education Foundation funds classroom grants that support innovative, challenging curricular extensions and learning opportunities for students. | |
| Teacher Grants Pasadena Educational Foundation · Foundation ~October · $200K – $325K PEF Teacher Grants help inspirational teachers in every PUSD school enhance the classroom experience for their students. Grants are provided directly to educators and benefit thousands of students in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. | |
| District Grants - District Initiatives The Educational Foundation of Dexter · Foundation ~October · Varies | |
| Innovative Teacher Grants Mill Valley Schools Community Foundation DBA Kiddo · Foundation ~October · Varies Kiddo!'s Innovative Teacher Grants are awarded in support of programs that foster creative and innovative classroom teaching. | |
| PHMEF Classroom Grants Penn-Harris-Madison Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · $100 – $1K The P-H-M Education Foundation is dedicated to supporting teachers and students through innovative classroom grants. | |
| Teacher Grants Renton Schools Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies Supports innovation in the classroom by providing direct grants to teachers and support staff for use in classrooms to support student learning. Classroom materials and equipment that support student learning innovation, including: | |
| Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Program Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept VFW Mass · Foundation ~October · Varies The Veterans of Foreign Wars selects elementary, middle, and high school teachers to participate in this citizenship education program. | |
| AEF Educator Grants Auburn Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies The Auburn Education Foundation runs a competitive Educator Grants program funding innovative K-12 educational projects for Auburn Enlarged City School District educators, aligned to six focus areas (Academics, Arts, Life Skills, Character… | |
| REF Grant Program Rye Education Foundation · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · $30K – $40K The Rye Education Foundation (REF) provides grants to support innovative educational projects in the Rye School District (NH, US). | |
| Alaska Statewide Teaching Roster Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Nov 1, 2026 · Varies A juried list of artists who have expressed an interest in teaching in schools and demonstrate skills necessary to work as teaching artists in educational settings. | |
| Professional Development Grants Dare Education Foundation · Foundation ~November · $2K – $3K To provide funding for professional development opportunities not fully funded by Dare County Schools. | |
| Instructional Grants Dare Education Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies To assist with educational needs that directly impact the education of Dare County students, but are not normally part of the school budget. | |
| Educator Grants Auburn Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies The Auburn Education Foundation funds innovative educational projects serving students in grades K–12 across the Auburn Enlarged City School District. |
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Grants for teachers by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 43 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 130 10%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 401 30%
- No deadline published
- 744 56%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 130 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most open grants for teachers
- National Council of Teachers of 28 open
- Montana State University 17 open
- Society of Health and Physical Educators 15 open
- Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation 11 open
- Maine Education Association 11 open
- Brookline Education Foundation 10 open
777 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,318 active grants for teachers (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 4, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 4 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About grants for teachers
Teacher grants fund classroom projects, professional development, innovative teaching methods, and educational materials. From DonorsChoose campaigns to NEA Foundation grants and Department of Education programs, teachers can access funding to enhance learning experiences and advance their careers.
Grants for Teachers by state
Browse grants for teachers available to organizations in 25 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for teachers award?
Of the 1,318 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 719 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,000, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $5,000. The largest is $5.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for teachers?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are National Council of Teachers of (28), Montana State University (17), Society of Health and Physical Educators (15), Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation (11), and Maine Education Association (11). In all, 777 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for teachers due?
Of 1,318 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 130 have a published upcoming deadline, 401 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 744 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in October–December.
What are the easiest grants for teachers to get?
DonorsChoose has the lowest barrier — create a project, and donors fund it directly. The NEA Foundation offers Learning & Leadership Grants up to $5,000. Many education supply companies run teacher grant programs. State education agencies and local education foundations often have simple application processes for grants under $2,500.
Can teachers get grants for technology?
Yes. Best Buy Foundation, Verizon Innovative Learning, and Google for Education all fund classroom technology. The E-Rate program subsidizes internet connectivity. Many state education technology grants exist. ISTE and other education technology organizations maintain directories of tech-focused teacher grants.
Are there grants for teacher professional development?
Absolutely. The NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and Fulbright Distinguished Awards all fund professional growth. Title II-A federal funds support teacher development at the school level. Many subject-specific organizations (NCTM, NCTE, NSTA) offer professional development grants.
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