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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Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 To enhance educational experiences for students by supporting creative learning opportunities not normally covered by school supply budgets.	Not published	Up to $250
Professional Development Grants for Educators Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program for professional development of educators in the Greater New Haven Jewish community.	Not published	Varies
PEP UP! Your Practice Professional Learning Grants Public Education Partners · Foundation Not published · $750 PEP is committed to uplifting the teaching profession by investing in the professional growth of educators. The program provides funding for self-selected professional development opportunities that support educator retention and success.	Not published	$750
Jacquie Porter Scholarship for Aspiring Early Childhood Teachers in Austin ISD Grant Austin Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Jacquie Porter Scholarship for Aspiring Early Childhood Teachers in Austin ISD Aspirations of becoming an early childhood educator. We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview.	Not published	$5K
Science Teacher Award Grant Native Plant Society of New Mexico · Foundation Not published · $500 The Science Teacher Award, provided by the Native Plant Society of New Mexico, honors dedicated grade 6-12 science teachers who effectively teach about plants and plant science.	Not published	$500
Bill and Eula Jerome Scholarship Convoy Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Alpha Beta Chapter Scholarship Fund Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The scholarships we award vary each year based on the unique criteria of each scholarship.	Not published	$1K
WMU Department of Biological Sciences: Margaret Thomas DuMond Scholarship Award Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Margaret Thomas DuMond Scholarship Award at Western Michigan University supports upper-class biology majors aspiring to become teachers.	Not published	Varies
Gesa Local Heroes Grant Gesa Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gesa Local Heroes Grant empowers organizations that support essential community workers, including firefighters, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, educators, and veterans.	Not published	Varies
Equity in Mathematics Grants (6-12) National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Equity in Mathematics Grants (6-12), funded by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aim to enhance the achievement of historically underrepresented student groups in mathematics.	Not published	Up to $8K
Instructional Grants Kansas City Public Schools Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K Projects that align with the organization's defined funding priorities	Not published	$250 – $2K
WV Humanities Fellowship Grant The West Virginia Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The WV Humanities Fellowship, offered by the West Virginia Humanities Council, provides $3,000 to support research and writing projects in the humanities for teachers, college faculty, and independent scholars.	Not published	$3K
Teacher's Grant Program National Foundation For Autism Research · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K The Teacher's Grant Program provides funding to support classroom projects and initiatives that benefit students with autism in school settings.	Not published	$250 – $1K
Chinese Historical and Cultural Project (CHCP) Education Grant Chinese Historical and Cultural Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chinese Historical and Cultural Project (CHCP) provides grant opportunities to teachers who want their classes to attend History San Jose's Immigration program.	Not published	Varies
Special Education Teacher (SPED) Pathway Program Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K Special Education Teacher (SPED) Pathway Program The Minnesota Department of Education has funding available under Minnesota Statutes 2025, section 122A.77, for grants under the Special Education Teacher (SPED) Pathway Program to develop…	Not published	Up to $750K
Cox Charities Fund Grants for Educators Baton Rouge Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Cox Charities Fund Grants for Educators, supported by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, provides education grants up to $2,500 for pre-K to 12 public and private schools in Cox Communications service areas.	Not published	Up to $3K
Teacher and Classroom Success Fund University High School Foundation & Alumni Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Donations to this fund go to provide supplies used in support of excellence in the classroom. To support teachers and enhance classroom instruction through provision of needed supplies and resources.	Not published	Varies
Foundation for LPS Educator Awards The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies Every year, the Foundation for LPS awards talented and passionate Lincoln Public Schools professionals in a variety of academic, multicultural, and leadership areas who are an inspiration to their schools and the Lincoln community.	Not published	Varies
IDNR Historic Sites Field Trip Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 To manage, conserve and protect Illinois' natural, recreational and cultural resources, further the public's understanding and appreciation of those resources, and promote the education, science and public safety of Illinois' natural…	Not published	Up to $500
PLTW Outstanding Teachers and PLTW Outstanding Administrators Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The PLTW Outstanding Teachers and Administrators award recognizes exceptional educators in the U.S. who inspire their students through transformative learning experiences in PLTW programs.	Not published	Up to $3K
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation- Superintendent Award Grant Martha Holden Jennings Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Martha Holden Jennings Foundation offers the Superintendent Award to honor outstanding Ohio superintendents. Established in 1959, the award recognizes the commitment of educators and supports public school leadership in Ohio.	Not published	$10K
Northern Wisconsin Teacher Education Scholarship Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Northern Wisconsin Teacher Education Scholarship Fund supports students from the Chequamegon Bay area pursuing education degrees at Northland College.	Not published	$2K
Innovative Geography Teaching Grants Royal Geographical Society · Foundation Not published · £1,000 The Innovative Geography Teaching Grants, provided by the Royal Geographical Society, offer £1,000 annually to support secondary geography teachers in creating innovative educational resources.	Not published	£1,000
STEM Like ME!® Grants for Teachers Washington State STEM Education Fdtn · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini-grant program providing local teachers with funding to encourage STEM-related programming in their classrooms and support hands-on STEM learning opportunities.	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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