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.

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HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Cynthia Blakemore Servant Leader Scholarship Funder: Hamilton County Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Hamilton County Schools, Tennessee Background: This scholarship was established to honor…

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Program not currently open, but funder hopes to bring it back._ The Arizona Diamondbacks and University of Phoenix are committed to helping Arizona educators provide the best possible…

Lincoln Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dale E. Siefkes Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lincoln Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $400 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Dale E. Siefkes Memorial Scholarship,…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Damkroger, Esther L. (Kreuscher) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $250 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Damkroger, Esther L. (Kreuscher)…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan L. Hickey Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $700 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Dan L. Hickey Memorial Scholarship, established in…

WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dare to Dream Grant Funder: Foundation for Winona Area Public Schools Amount: $5,000 per grant Recurrence: Annual (typically one grant; additional grants may be available depending on donations)…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Darlington Excellence in Education (EIE) Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Darlington Excellence in…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daryl Jones Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Daryl Jones Memorial Scholarship honors a beloved…

BROOKLINE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

David E. Pradell Award Geographic Scope: Brookline Public Schools, Brookline, MA Eligibility: Middle-school teachers who are recipients of a BEF Teacher Grant Focus: Work that: - Stimulates students'…

Up to US $500
DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF Teacher Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The DCCF Teacher Grants provide financial support of…

ACHIEVE FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Deborah Prinz Educator Grants Funder: Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood, NJ Geographic Scope: South Orange-Maplewood School District (SOMSD) Focus Areas: Innovative educational…

Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deborah Rochelle Teacher Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Deborah Rochelle Teacher Grant,…

WILKES EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · February 12, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Della Arnold Scholarship Geographic Scope: Wilkes, Iredell, and Yadkin counties, North Carolina Eligible Schools: Seniors in Iredell-Statesville Schools, Wilkes County Schools, and Yadkin County…

WEST CENTRAL INITIATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Deloris Barnack Kenner Fund Funder: West Central Initiative (personally endowed legacy fund) Geographic Scope: Perham-Dent area communities Fund Background: Established to create lasting impact.…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Delta Kappa Gamma Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $250 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Delta Kappa Gamma Society, part of the Beatrice Educational…

Stanislaus Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stanislaus Community Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview Stanislaus Community Foundation…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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