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

On this page: Foundation · Updated daily

Find the grants for teachers matched to your org

Free, no account to start — Grantable's AI ranks all 1,251 on mission, geography, and award size in a few minutes.

Start finding grants

Sort

Type

State

Amount

Eligibility

Include closed grants

Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
A to Z Fund Mini-Grant- Professional Development Grant The Oakland Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The A to Z Fund Mini-Grant for Professional Development supports educators at Oakland public schools by providing funding for individual projects up to $1,500 or group projects up to $5,000.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Fall CCEF Grants Clear Creek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of two main grant cycles offered by CCEF. Fall grants are part of the foundation's initiative to support academic enrichment within CCISD.	Not published	Varies
NSHSS Advanced Placement (AP) Educator Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The NSHSS Advanced Placement (AP) Educator Grant supports educators teaching AP courses by providing a $1,000 grant for resources such as supplies and field trips.	Not published	$1K
H20 For Life: Mini-Grant H2O for Life · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant Application Closed For The 2024-2025 School Year. The Application Will Reopen In August Of 2025._ At H2O for Life, we never want finances to be a barrier to participating in a service project.	Not published	Varies
Pyramid Awards Oldham County Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K A keystone program of the Oldham County Educational Foundation (OCEF) since its founding in 1989. These are individual competitive grants awarded to teachers or staff for engaging classroom projects.	Not published	Up to $1K
Innovative Teaching Grants Wahoo Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants are awarded to faculty who submit applications for materials and supplies for projects related to innovative classroom methods. The methods must be considered creative and outside of the norm of traditional classroom experiences.	Not published	Varies
International Teacher Travel Grant Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K For teachers who hope to enhance their language skills, deepen their understanding of global issues and cultures or attend professional development tied to the curriculum they teach.	Not published	Up to $1K
Learn Fresh Fellowship for Culturally Inclusive Education Learn Fresh Education CO · Foundation Not published · Varies The Learn Fresh Fellowship aims to increase representation of curriculum writers of color within the mainstream American education system.	Not published	Varies
Cambiar Catalyst Fellowship Grant Cambiar Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cambiar Catalyst Fellowship is a transformative year-long program designed for experienced educators and systems leaders.	Not published	Varies
Evelyn Lenander Education Scholarship Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Evelyn Lenander Education Scholarship, established in 1989, supports college students majoring in elementary education at Minnesota institutions.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Colorado Educator Loan Forgiveness Program Colorado Children's Campaign · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Provides loan forgiveness for qualified Colorado educators to address educator shortages and provide support to those serving in rural and hard-to-fill positions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Computer Science for English Learners (CSforEL): Increasing Participation and Achievement in Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles for English Learners Computer Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · $3M A four-year research and professional development initiative to increase AP Computer Science Principles access and success for students currently and formerly designated as English Learners (ELs) in high schools.	Not published	$3M
Harry and Lois McCullough Fund Grant Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry and Lois McCullough Fund, established under the Richland County Foundation, supports teachers in Richland County by funding innovative projects that promote writing, literature appreciation, music, and Ohio history.	Not published	Varies
Christa McAuliffe Scholarship Fund Grant York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K York County Community Foundation was founded in 1961 by generous visionaries who saw an opportunity to perpetually support their community by pooling charitable giving, investing it to grow over time and make grants to charity from the…	Not published	$2K
CEF Teacher Grants Chelsea Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $12K Funds innovative educational projects, programs, and supplies for Chelsea School District teachers, administrators, and students across all school buildings (elementary, middle, and high schools).	Not published	$10K – $12K
Entre Nous Scholarship Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more than 60 scholarship endowment funds created by local individuals, families, civic organizations, and corporations who want to provide a path to higher education for future generations.	Not published	Varies
Luther Halsey Gulick Award Grant Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies The Luther Halsey Gulick Award, presented by SHAPE America, recognizes individuals with over ten years of membership who have made outstanding contributions to health and physical education.	Not published	Varies
WAGE$ Smart Start Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 – $4K WAGE$ provides salary supplements twice per year to early childhood educators based on education level.	Not published	$600 – $4K
ACS-Hach Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Scholarship Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $3K – $6K The ACS-Hach Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Scholarship supports recent graduates and graduate students with an interest in becoming high school chemistry teachers.	Not published	$3K – $6K
William and Edwyna Gilbert Award Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The William and Edwyna Gilbert Award honors the best article on teaching history, recognizing outstanding contributions through published works.	Not published	$1K
OAC Classroom Supply Grants for Visual and Performing Arts Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Oklahoma Arts Council offers Classroom Supply Grants for Visual and Performing Arts, providing up to $500 annually for schools to purchase essential art supplies.	Not published	Up to $500
Cedarburg Education Foundation Grant Program Cedarburg Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Consideration will be given to projects meeting the following criteria: Based on awarded grants, funding supports: Cedarburg School District teachers and staff The Cedarburg Education Foundation funds innovative educational projects that…	Not published	Varies
CFES Education Grants Community Foundation of the Eastern Shor · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CFES Education Grant Program supports teacher-led projects in public and MSDE approved nonpublic schools on Maryland's Lower Eastern Shore. It emphasizes creativity, strong leadership support, and measurable success.	Not published	Up to $5K
Apple Grants The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Apple Grant Program, offered by the Troy Foundation, provides up to $1,000 to teachers in the Troy City School District and associated schools. It aims to enhance educational experiences through projects, equipment, or field trips.	Not published	Up to $1K

Showing 745–768 of 1,251

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.

Get a shortlist of grants for teachers built for your organization

Tell Grantable's AI about your nonprofit and it ranks these grants on mission, geography, and award fit — then emails you a personalized shortlist with the reasoning for each. Free, no account to start.

Find my grants — emailed to me

Your AI grants department