Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,273 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 690 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,273; from 754 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.3M; across 690 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 95 with a published date

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Pets in the Classroom Grant Program Pets in the Classroom · Foundation Not published · Up to $50 The Pets in the Classroom Grant Program provides financial support to educators in the US and Canada, enabling them to incorporate small animals into their classrooms.	Not published	Up to $50
Edward and Belle Rudoy Endowment Fund Grant Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward and Belle Rudoy Endowment Fund, established by the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, aims to recognize and promote excellence in teaching within the Winneconne Community School District.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation - Agricultural Literacy Grant St Francis Catholic School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Awards designed to support agriculture and food systems education efforts from kindergarten to high school across the state	Not published	$500
Kiesling Family Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kiesling Family Scholarship at Montana State University provides financial support to students pursuing a degree in Elementary Education, particularly those involved in the Rural Student Teaching Program.	Not published	Varies
John H. Marvin Local Association Award Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The John H. Marvin Local Association Award, presented by the Maine Education Association, honors local associations that excel in advocating for member rights and effective bargaining practices.	Not published	Varies
St Joseph School District Foundation Robaska, Phil (Teacher) Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Inc. was established in 2009 as a 501(c)3 public charity to help donors support their favorite charities while receiving maximum tax advantage.	Not published	Up to $1K
Carpenter-Lounds Memorial Scholarship Cambridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
Hilton HHonors Teacher Treks Program Institute of International Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A professional development program that sponsors U.S. teachers to travel internationally to countries of their choice, with expectation that they will infuse their K-12 curriculum with cultural knowledge and experiences from their journey.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Teaching Grant Crosby Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Crosby Education Foundation offers teachers the opportunity to apply for grants to support innovative programs or projects that promote higher levels of student learning.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Charles L. Brewer Distinguished Teaching of Psychology Award Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Charles L. Brewer Distinguished Teaching of Psychology Award honors psychologists with outstanding teaching records.	Not published	$3K
Classroom Grants Park City Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K PCEF Classroom Grants support educators through funding for projects and programs that align with PCEF's funding priorities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Teaching Artist Roster Grant Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teaching Artist Roster connects professional artists and arts educators with schools and community organizations, fostering the integration of the arts into educational settings.	Not published	Varies
Adreani Family Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Adreani Family Scholarship, established by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, honors Arnold J. Adreani, a dedicated educator and principal.	Not published	Up to $4K
Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant supports teachers in Illinois, including home-schooling educators, to facilitate outdoor learning experiences focused on biodiversity.	Not published	Varies
CFEO Fund Request Grants Caldwell Foundation for Educational Opportunity · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $1K The Caldwell Foundation for Educational Opportunity (Caldwell, ID) makes grants of $250-$1,000 that directly impact students or teachers within Caldwell School District #132; applicants must first seek school/district funding.	Rolling	$250 – $1K
Excellence in Education Grant Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Excellence in Education Grant, initiated by the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, aims to enhance educational opportunities in the region.	Not published	Up to $2K
American Lawyers Alliance Teacher of the Year Award American Lawyers Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies To recognize and honor outstanding teachers of civics and law-related education	Not published	Varies
Beaverton's Choice Beaverton Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K An online crowdfunding platform available exclusively to Beaverton School District (BSD) staff members. The platform charges no fees, and all funds raised go directly toward project goals.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Metzger Fellowship Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brookline Education Foundation offers the Metzger Fellowship to Public Schools of Brookline (MA) educators, listed among its grants-and-awards programs with an online application (recent 'Metzger Fellows' featured on the site).	Not published	Varies
STFM Resident Teacher Award Grant Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Founded in 1967, the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) is a national community of academic leaders committed to developing an accomplished family medicine workforce, prepared to…	Not published	Varies
Career Achievement in Green Chemistry Education Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Career Achievement in Green Chemistry Education award recognizes educators who have significantly influenced the integration of green chemistry and sustainability into curriculum over their careers.	Not published	Up to $8K
Teacher Creativity Mini-Grant The Portland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300 The Teacher Creativity Mini-Grant, offered by the private Portland Foundation, provides up to $300 for teachers to fund educational experiences outside their school's budget.	Not published	Up to $300
OCCF: Teacher Mini-Grants Program Owen County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50 – $300 The OCCF Teacher Mini-Grants Program, established in 1997, offers grants ranging from $50 to $300 for Spencer-Owen School Corporation teachers to enhance classroom learning.	Not published	$50 – $300
Grants to Teachers - San Angelo Schools Foundation San Angelo Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program that provides monies directly to teachers to develop new, innovative programs for their classroom or school.	Not published	Varies

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for teachers award?

Of the 1,273 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 690 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 active listings, the leading 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, 754 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,273 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 95 have a published upcoming deadline, 401 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 734 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in January–March.

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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