Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 26, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,272 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Jewish Foundation Professional Development Grants for Jewish Educators Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Jewish Foundation Professional Development Grants for Jewish Educators aim to enhance the skills of educators in local Jewish schools. Funded by the Judith A. Kaye Fund, these grants support attendance at workshops and conferences.	Not published	Up to $3K
Don Cargill STEM Scholar Award Georgia Youth Science and Tech Cent · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual recognition award honoring K-8 educators in Georgia who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and creativity in classroom teaching, particularly in STEM education. Annually selects approximately 23-26 recipients.	Not published	Varies
Dr. D. Walter Cohen Teaching Award Grant American Academy of Periodontology · Foundation Not published · $10K The Dr. D. Walter Cohen Teaching Award, provided by the American Academy of Periodontology, offers a $10,000 grant to support new periodontal educators.	Not published	$10K
TEACH Grant Award Community Foundation of Greene County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The To Educate All Children Honestly (TEACH) Grant Award was established by the Gensler Family, a family of retired Central Greene School Districts teachers, who wish to offer fellow teachers a path to develop new curriculum opportunities…	Not published	Up to $2K
The Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award Grant Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award, presented by The ASCAP Foundation and the Educational Theatre Association, recognizes outstanding middle and high school musical theatre teachers.	Not published	$5K
Classroom Grants for Teachers Greenwood ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Greenwood Education Foundation provides grants for innovative ideas in the classroom and on campus.	Not published	Up to $5K
The Village Award Strategic Community Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Recognizing exceptional teachers in Detroit who pour into young people each day in the classroom.	Not published	$500
Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence Community Engagement Grants - Fall Education Cycle Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence offers Community Engagement Grants aimed at fostering collaboration between classrooms and the local community.	Not published	Up to $10K
Equity Grants for Educators Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berkeley Public Schools Fund makes Equity Grants for Educators (its grantmaking to Berkeley Unified School District educators; historically 'Classroom Grants' awarded 300+ grants totaling ~$230,000/year, plus Strategic Impact grants)…	Not published	Varies
SPFFA: Educational Scholarship Grant Societe des Professeurs Francais et · Foundation Not published · $5K The SPFFA Educational Scholarship provides financial support of $5000 for university candidates aiming to teach French in primary and secondary schools.	Not published	$5K
Carol & Hugh Warnecke Teacher Scholarship Grant Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol & Hugh Warnecke Teacher Scholarship, provided by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, supports Indiana residents pursuing a degree in secondary education.	Not published	Varies
Improving Teacher Quality State Grants Maryland Higher Education Commission · State Not published · Varies To improve teacher content knowledge and pedagogical skills with the goal of improving K-12 student achievement. Non-Profit, State Colleges, State University, State Government, Other	Not published	Varies
Eugene Albert Gruden Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Eugene Albert Gruden Scholarship at Montana State University supports aspiring educators pursuing degrees in various teaching fields.	Not published	Varies
Oklahoma Medal for Excellence Award Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence · Foundation Not published · $5K Recognizes and honors innovative public school educators for excellence in teaching and educational leadership.	Not published	$5K
Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation encourages professional development and continued education by providing partial tuition reimbursement to teachers and teaching assistants.	Not published	Varies
Ginny and Jim Thompson Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Shelby County · Foundation Not published · $1K The Community Foundation of Shelby County To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.	Not published	$1K
RSC Teacher Training Scholarship Grant Friends of the Royal Society of Chemistry Inc · Foundation Not published · £31,000 The RSC Teacher Training Scholarship offers a tax-free funding of £30,000 to aspiring chemistry teachers in England for the 2024/25 academic year.	Not published	£31,000
Major Grants Program The Pelham Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Fund major educational projects identified by the Foundation each year with direct input from administration and teaching staff involved with particular proposals.	Not published	Varies
Arts, Enrichment & Innovation Grants Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Bellevue Schools Foundation offers school-based grants to teachers and staff to enhance the education experience for their students and provide opportunities for innovation in the classroom.	Not published	$2K
Interim Grants Arts Council Grants · State Not published · $100K Funding for special arts projects or unexpected opportunities. Organizations can receive up to 50% of costs with a maximum of $1,000 and require a match.	Not published	$100K
ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant provides up to $2,500 to support high school chemistry teachers in the U.S. as they pursue professional development opportunities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Grants for Teacher's Salary Italian American Committee on Education · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RFP- Advanced Placement Teacher Institutes Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Advanced Placement Teacher Institutes Grant Program aims to equip South Carolina public school teachers with the necessary endorsement to teach Advanced Placement (AP) courses.	Not published	Varies
Rita Reis Wieczorek Scholarship for Maternal-Infant and Pediatric Nursing Grant Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Applicants MUST have a minimum of two semesters of study remaining after notification of award in early June (i.e. summer and fall; fall and spring).NEF Scholarships are awarded directly to the successful applicants and not to their…	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 1,272 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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