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.

1,430 grants
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IDAHO STEM ACTION CENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Idaho Educator Externship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Stem Action Center Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Idaho Educator Externship Program aims…

IDAHO HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Idaho Humanities Council: K-12 Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Humanities Council Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Idaho Humanities Council offers K-12 Grants to…

Varies (approximately $798-$1,000 range based on examples)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF FAYETTE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Idea Fund Funder: Locally generated donor fund, administered by Community Foundation of Fayette County Geographic Scope: Fayette County Catholic schools (Geibel Catholic Middle-High School and St.…

SPOTSYLVANIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · October 14, 2026 · Annual Foundation

IDEA Grant: Innovatively Developed Educational Activity Funder: Spotsylvania Education Foundation (SEF) Geographic Scope: Spotsylvania County Public Schools (SCPS), Virginia Mission: Enhance the…

Up to $1,000
BROOKLINE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Idea Lab Grants Geographic Scope: Brookline Public Schools, Brookline, MA Eligibility: Educators currently employed by the Public Schools of Brookline Focus: Hands-on, experiential learning projects…

Houston Independent School District · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Ideation Fund Overview The Houston ISD Foundation's Ideation Fund (previously known as the Innovation Grant) is a competitive grant program designed to encourage educators to develop innovative…

Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

IDNR Historic Sites Field Trip Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Mission Statement To manage,…

INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ILA Exemplary Reading Program Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Literacy Association Last Updated: November 16, 2025 Summary The ILA Exemplary Reading Program Award, presented by the…

Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant supports…

AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION LOCAL 241 · February 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Illinois Special Education Teacher Waiver Program Funder: Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Award Amount: Tuition waivers (amount varies) Geographic Scope: Illinois residents only…

Varies by project; ~$67,612 awarded in 2025-2026 across 37 projects
CORVALLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

IMAGINE Grants Overview: Fueling innovation and enhancing students' experience in the classroom and beyond. IMAGINE Grants are available to all Corvallis School District staff and have been a…

Zionsville Education Foundation Inc · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Imagine Professional Development Grants Overview: For experienced teachers in Zionsville Community Schools, Imagine Grants promote opportunities for professional growth, development, and renewal…

Up to $5,000
BARRINGTON 220 EDUCATIONAL · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Impact Grant Overview: Impact Grants provide funding for educators to implement a large-scale project in the classroom, department, and/or school to bring innovative ideas, concepts, or practices to…

Over $15,000 annually
FORT OSAGE RESOURCES CHAMPION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Impact Grants Overview: The Fort Osage Education Foundation's Student Impact Grants invest over $15,000 yearly to bring essential resources directly into classrooms, empowering teachers and inspiring…

Up to $5,000
OREGON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · September 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

IMPACT Grants Funder: Oregon Schools Foundation (OSF) Geographic Scope: Oregon City Schools District, Oregon, Ohio Award Amount: Maximum $5,000 per grant Annual Budget: Limited to donor gift…

HOOD RIVER COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Impact Teaching Grants Overview: The Hood River County Education Foundation created the Impact Teaching Grants program to help Hood River County School District educators fund ideas that would not…

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Improving Students' Understanding of Geometry Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary The Improving…

Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

InCredible Award Grants Geographic Scope: Brownsburg Community Schools (BCSC), Brownsburg, IN Overview: InCredible Award Grants are awarded to individual staff members or small groups of staff…

INDIANA YOUTH INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Indiana Youth Institute: School-Based Training Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Youth Institute Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 25, 2025 Summary The Indiana Youth Institute is offering…

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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