Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 26, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,272 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. 689 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,272; from 754 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.3M; across 689 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 94 with a published date

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North Central Zone New York State Retired Teachers’ Association Inc. Scholarship Grant Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Easily learn more about the North Central Zone New York State Retired Teachers’ Association Inc. The next deadline for this grant is Sun, 14 Mar 2027.	Not published	$1K
Teaching Artists Directory Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teaching Artists Directory Grant by the Kentucky Arts Council aims to empower local artists by providing career opportunities and professional development in arts education.	Not published	Varies
Spotlight Funds: Inclusive Classroom Grants Adopt-A-Classroom Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Spotlight Funds: Inclusive Classroom Grants support K-12 educators by providing financial assistance to acquire essential tools and materials for diverse classrooms.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Educator Impact Grant San Francisco Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Scarlett Family Foundation Grant Scarlett Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scarlett Family Foundation Grant aims to provide college scholarships and support educational initiatives in Middle Tennessee.	Not published	Varies
Blind Educator of the Year Award Grant The National Federation of the Blind · Foundation Not published · $1K The National Federation of the Blind offers several scholarships and awards that honor blind individuals as well as teachers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations whose work benefits the blind community.	Not published	$1K
Building Local Capacity Matching Grant NEA Alaska Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NEA-Alaska offers a matching grant opportunity to support Local Associations with recruitment and retention of members, and to increase membership density for local affiliates. Designed to assist local associations with:	Not published	Varies
Mary F. Curtis Scholarship Grant Pike County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K Easily learn more about the Mary F. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 21 May 2026. The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community.	Not published	Up to $15K
Connecting Mathematics to Other Subject Areas Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Connecting Mathematics to Other Subject Areas Grant, offered by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aims to enhance high school mathematics education through interdisciplinary lessons and materials.	Not published	Up to $4K
Slater Excellence in Teaching Award Grant Polk County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Slater Excellence in Teaching Award, offered by the Polk County Community Foundation, supports certified classroom teachers and media specialists in Polk County and Landrum.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Holocaust Educators Scholarship The Jewish Federation of Greater Baton Rouge · Foundation Not published · $100 Annual scholarship program that underwrites Holocaust educational programs for teachers in the Baton Rouge region by funding attendance at the Belfer National Conference for Educators.	Not published	$100
Lux et Veritas Faculty Prize Buckley Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Recognizes a Yale faculty member who actively fosters intellectual diversity for students in and out of the classroom.	Not published	$10K
ASTR Jessica Berson Dance Research Assistance Fund Grant American Society for Theatre Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The ASTR Jessica Berson Dance Research Assistance Fund Grant aims to support contingent faculty engaged in dance-based scholarship within theatre.	Not published	Up to $1K
Dale E. Siefkes Memorial Scholarship Grant Lincoln Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $400 The Dale E. Siefkes Memorial Scholarship, established in 1996 by the Lincoln Community Foundation, supports Nebraska college students passionate about education.	Not published	$400
NSHSS Conference Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The NSHSS Conference Grant, provided by the National Society of High School Scholars, offers a $500 grant for high school teachers and counselors to help cover costs associated with educational conferences in 2025.	Not published	$500
Equity in Mathematics Grant (PK-6) National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Equity in Mathematics Grant (PK-6) aims to enhance mathematics education for underrepresented student groups, addressing disparities linked to race, gender, and culture.	Not published	Up to $8K
Oliver's Fund Grants Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Don Goff Professional Development Fund Bradley Cleveland Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Enable Cleveland City Schools classroom teachers or teacher teams to pursue professional development experiences that enhance instruction, enrich teaching skills, and empower professional growth.	Not published	$3K
Mini-Grants For Teachers Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500	Not published	Up to $500
Friends & Family Grants Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Friends & Family Grants support teachers and classroom initiatives, often focused on play-based learning and preschool programs.	Not published	Varies
Loy "Come Back to Teach" Education Grants Winchester Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K These grants assist John Handley High School graduates who pursue careers as educators, administrators, and other certificated professionals in the Winchester Public Schools. The program aims to:	Not published	$3K – $5K
Clemens-Clair Future Educators Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Up to $10K
Astegos Grant Program Astegos Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Astegos.org, a Nampa, Idaho 501(c)(3), runs a grant program open to public school teachers, home school cooperatives, and AmeriCorps members; grants are provided IN-KIND as a Community Warehouse gift card (access to donated/low-cost goods…	Not published	Varies
Interest Arbitration Assistance NEA Alaska Inc · Foundation Not published · $18 – $4K NEA-Alaska may provide financial assistance to local associations for the cost of advisory interest arbitration.	Not published	$18 – $4K

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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 1,272 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 26, 2026, 689 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 1,272 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 94 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, 47% 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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