Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,274 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 691 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,274; from 755 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.4M; across 691 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 96 with a published date

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UDAEF Grants for Upper Darby School District Initiatives Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Up to $1K The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation (UDAEF) rewards innovative educational initiatives that enrich and enhance the educational experience of students in the Upper Darby School District, especially those addressing areas that…	~March	Up to $1K
ASTEF Aspiring Educator Grants Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $500 – $1K The Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation (ASTEF), affiliated with the Texas State Organization of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, provides Aspiring Educator Grants to women in Texas to help them complete a bachelor's…	Mar 1, 2027	$500 – $1K
Cynthia Blakemore Servant Leader Scholarship Hamilton County Schools Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Arlene Birdsell Martin Teaching Scholarship Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation ~March · Varies Mrs. Arlene Birdsell Martin taught high school in Pullman before moving to Wenatchee where she served as head of the English Department at Wenatchee Valley College. This scholarship honors her legacy of teaching.	~March	Varies
Small Grant Application Charleston Community Unit School Dist 1 Excellence in Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Large Grant Application Charleston Community Unit School Dist 1 Excellence in Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Educator Grants Roswell Woman's Club Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies The Roswell Woman's Club continues its longtime support of education in the community.	~March	Varies
Gorman Family Fund Bay Village Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Fund programs to extend educator subject matter expertise and teaching techniques.	~March	Varies
Teacher Excellence Awards Houston Association of Professional Landmen · Foundation ~March · Varies The Houston Association of Professional Landmen Tribute to Education awards recognizes teachers in the Houston Area who have gone above and beyond in their respective fields to promote education, creativity, self-discipline, and motivation…	~March	Varies
Teacher Scholarship San Diego Education Fund · Foundation ~March · $14K – $17K	~March	$14K – $17K
Teacher Grant Program (Educational Grants) Utica Community Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence · Foundation ~March · Varies The Foundation encourages and supports quality efforts by educators to enhance educational experiences for students of the Utica Community Schools.	~March	Varies
FORTIFY Teacher of the Year Scholarship Fortify Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Recognizing teachers from Fortify Foundation's partnered schools that embody excellence in Christian education.	~March	Varies
Music Educator Award National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Inc · Foundation ~March · $500 – $10K Nominated teachers are notified and invited to complete an application. One recipient is selected from 10 finalists annually.	~March	$500 – $10K
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology (MET) Education Impact Awards WMC Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies To recognize and highlight outstanding Wisconsin teachers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advancing manufacturing, engineering, and technology (STEM) education in their classrooms. The program seeks to honor educators who:	~March	Varies
Educators of Tomorrow Scholarship Azura Credit Union · Foundation ~April · $3K Applicants must submit a 300-500 word written essay OR a 60-second video answering: "How do you think artificial intelligence (AI) will change the role of educators in the next decade, and how do you plan to adapt to these changes?"	~April	$3K
ASTEF Project Stipends Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies ASTEF provides stipends to DKG chapters, coordinating councils, areas, and individual members in Texas for projects that support the professional and personal growth of educators in Texas and promote educational excellence for Texas…	~April	Varies
BEF Teacher Grants Basalt Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies BEF annually provides grants to Basalt Public School teachers for classroom and curriculum enhancements, recognizing that educators know best what is needed to optimize learning environments.	~April	Varies
High School Nursing Scholarships Luthercare · Foundation ~April · $1K Luthecare is committed to supporting the education of future healthcare professionals. The Nursing Scholarship Program offers scholarships to local high school seniors planning to pursue a nursing degree.	~April	$1K
Grants 4 Great Ideas Marble Falls ISD Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies The Grants 4 Great Ideas program is the Marble Falls Education Foundation's primary grant program for supporting innovative and creative educational projects.	~April	Varies
Teaching Excellence Award The Jack Miller Center for Teaching America's Founding Principles · Foundation ~April · Varies An annual honor given to college and K-12 educators who do an exceptional job engaging students in the story of America through primary documents, new courses, and/or extracurricular activities.	~April	Varies
STEM Grant Program Afcea Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · $2K – $5K	~April	$2K – $5K
NIA Expanding Research in AD/ADRD (ERA) Summer Research Education Program (R25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal May 26, 2027 · Up to $200K This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites R25 applications to support the development and implementation of summer research education programs for high school students, undergraduates, or science teachers from all backgrounds…	May 26, 2027	Up to $200K
Dr. Emma Lerew Scholarship Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation · Foundation ~May · Varies	~May	Varies
BCEF Grant Program (Mini-Grant) Blount County Education Foundation · Foundation ~August · $100 – $2K The BCEF Grant Program is a revamped mini-grant initiative designed to be more responsive to school needs. It provides funding to support innovative ways to meet critical needs that promote student learning and well-being.	~August	$100 – $2K

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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 1,274 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 691 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, 755 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,274 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 96 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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