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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NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Geraldine Mayo Beveridge Scholarship Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary Overview What…

GESA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gesa Local Heroes Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gesa Community Foundation Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Gesa Local Heroes Grant empowers organizations that support essential community…

GUILFORD FUND FOR EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GFFE Standard Grant Program Funder: Guilford Fund for Education Inc (CT, US) Mission: Guilford Fund for Education is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that gives Guilford educators and…

US $1,000 - US $20,000
GRAYS HARBOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GHCF: Annual Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grays Harbor Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Grays Harbor Community Foundation offers…

Grandview Heights Marble Cliff · November 7, 2026 · Annual Foundation

GHMCEF Annual Education Grant Funder: Grandview Heights Marble Cliff Education Foundation (GHMCEF) Geographic Scope: Grandview Heights and Marble Cliff, Ohio Overview: Each year, the Foundation…

BEAUMONT FOUNDATION OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gilbert I. "Buddy" Low Excellence in Education Award Funder: Beaumont Foundation of America Overview: Annual award recognizing excellence in education, honoring Gilbert I. "Buddy" Low and outstanding…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ginny and Jim Thompson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gladys Elting Elementary Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Gladys Elting Elementary Education Scholarship at…

MICHIGAN FFA FOUNDATION · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Glassbrook Grant Funder: Michigan FFA Foundation Geographic Scope: Michigan Program Description: Each year, Glassbrook Grants provide vital funding to help agricultural educators and FFA chapters…

THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Global Learning Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The NEA Foundation's Global Learning Fellowship…

BERRIEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Golden Acorn Classroom Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berrien Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary Overview Background Berrien Community Foundation…

Farragut High School Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Golden Anchor Award (GAA) Overview: The Golden Anchor Award recognizes five outstanding educators at Farragut High School each year, with a $1,000 grant awarded to each recipient. In some years, ties…

EAU CLAIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Golden Apple Award Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: Eau Claire Area School District (ECASD), Wisconsin Purpose: Honors one outstanding Eau Claire Area School District (ECASD) teacher…

CORVALLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Golden Apple Awards Overview: Honoring outstanding educators in Corvallis School District. This award recognizes excellence in education and was established by the Pastega Family. Geographic Scope:…

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF COLLIER COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Golden Apple Educator Award Organization: Education Foundation of Collier County (Champions For Learning) Geographic Scope: Collier County, Florida Focus Areas: Recognition and support for…

Golden Apple Foundation of New Mexico · Rolling / Open Foundation

Golden Apple Scholars Program in Michigan Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Apple Foundation of New Mexico Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Golden Apple Scholars…

THE FOUNDATION FOR LEE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Award Purpose: Recognition and honor for outstanding educators in the School District of Lee County. This was the first major project funded and developed by The…

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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