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

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Innovative Teaching Grants Temple Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The TEF Innovative Teaching grant program is a hallmark of the Temple Education Foundation, supporting TISD teachers for 30 years by encouraging them to dream big for their classrooms.	Not published	Up to $5K
Teacher Mini-Grants Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PCEF provides grant funding to PASD teachers for innovative learning opportunities in their classrooms.	Not published	Varies
Dr. David L. Fields Excellence in Teaching Awards Danville Public School Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Danville Public School Foundation awards annual recognition to outstanding teachers demonstrating continuing dedication to their profession and students.	Not published	$500
Distinguished Teacher Award Mensa Education and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Columbus Education Association (CEA) Members Scholarship Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K Columbus Education Association (CEA) Members Scholarship Fund To provide scholarship awards to children of Columbus Education Association (CEA) members to assist them in furthering their education at the postsecondary level. $12,000…	Not published	Up to $12K
Neighbor Next Door (NND) Down Payment and Closing Costs (DPCC) Assistance Loan Dakota Land Trust · Foundation Rolling · Up to $8K Down payment and closing cost assistance loan program for essential service professionals including teachers, nurses, police officers, and firefighters.	Rolling	Up to $8K
Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award for New Teachers Grant National Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award for New Teachers supports K-12 educators in their first five years of teaching by providing up to $1,000 for attending the National Conference on Science Education.	Not published	Up to $1K
Public Higher Education Impact Award Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Public Higher Education Impact Award, offered by the Maine Education Association, recognizes individuals or groups that have significantly improved public higher education in Maine through advocacy and community leadership.	Not published	Varies
Bob and Lanna Hatton Scholarship Grant Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bob and Lanna Hatton Scholarship, offered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors from the top 26 counties in the Texas Panhandle who plan to pursue a degree in Education.	Not published	Varies
Classroom Education Grants Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Classroom Education Grants provide funding for innovative projects that stimulate learning and help educators meet state standards.	Not published	Varies
Frank R. and Dorothy M. Gruden Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank R. and Dorothy M. Gruden Scholarship at Montana State University supports incoming freshmen pursuing degrees in Nursing or Education.	Not published	Varies
K–12 Educators Grants in American Music American Musicological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The K–12 Educators Grants in American Music, offered by the American Musicological Society, provides $500 awards to K-12 educators with an interest in American music to attend the Teaching Music History Conference.	Not published	$500
Grants for Great Ideas Awards Angleton ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program that funds innovative educational projects within Angleton ISD.	Not published	Varies
Outstanding New Teacher Award Clarkson University · Foundation Not published · Varies Award recognizing an outstanding teacher within his or her first four years at Clarkson University.	Not published	Varies
Jack Buell Forest Education Grant Idaho Forest Products Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Jack Buell Forest Education Grant, offered by the Idaho Forest Products Commission, aims to enhance forest education for Idaho's youth.	Not published	Up to $1K
Educational Enhancement Mini Grant Norwin S and Elizabeth N Bean Foundati · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Educational Enhancement Mini Grant provides funding for innovative projects that enhance classroom curriculum, offer co-curricular opportunities, or promote health and wellness in schools.	Not published	Up to $750
Phyllis Utterback Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Howard County Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Phyllis Utterback Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Howard County, provides a $2,000 award to a senior student attending a Howard County public school.	Not published	$2K
Classroom Grants Oregon Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Oregon Schools Foundation (OSF) Grant program provides opportunities for teachers and students to learn in new environments, experience creative teaching methods, and facilitate social and academic out of school experiences for…	Not published	Up to $5K
Bill Kane Undergraduate Scholarship Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies Society of Health and Physical Educators SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Jason Reynolds / Simon & Schuster Travel Grant American Library Association (ALA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Jason Reynolds / Simon & Schuster Travel Grant supports five black/African American youth and teen services librarians annually.	Not published	Up to $3K
Collaborative Grants Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To support groups of educators in pursuing shared professional development experiences and collaborative learning opportunities. Funding supports both the initial learning experience and follow-up collaborative sessions.	Not published	Varies
Rachel Allison Cate Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rachel Allison Cate Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, honors Rachel Cate's passion for education.	Not published	Varies
REB Awards for Teaching Excellence Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K Established over 50 years ago, our founders redefined local philanthropy, fostering connections around a shared sense of place and purpose.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Baker and Taylor YALSA Conference Grant American Library Association (ALA) · Foundation Not published · $1K The Baker and Taylor YALSA Conference Grant provides two $1,000 awards to librarians working with young adults, enabling them to attend the Annual Conference for the first time.	Not published	$1K

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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 1,273 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.

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