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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STEAM Workforce Development Teacher Fellowships (Formerly STEM Workforce Development Teacher Fellowships) Grant Arlington Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The STEAM Workforce Development Teacher Fellowships, previously known as the STEM Fellowships, support Arlington Public Schools teachers in enhancing their knowledge of STEAM fields.	Not published	$5K
JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant The Stateline Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant supports projects enriching children's lives in Rock County, focusing on education, recreation, sports, and the arts.	Not published	Up to $5K
MEA Read Across America Incentive Grants Maine Education Association · Foundation Not published · $50 The Maine Education Association is committed to advocating for quality education and supporting professional educators.	Not published	$50
NEA Foundation Student Success Grants Colorado Education Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Support educators who strive to implement innovative and effective learning methods.	Not published	Up to $5K
Engaging Students in Learning Mathematics Grant (6-8) National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student.	Not published	Varies
Taylor Grant for Excellence in Teaching the Liberal Arts Temple Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Established by 1949 Temple High School graduate Boyd Taylor, this grant recognizes the profound impact of liberal arts teachers.	Not published	$5K
Teacher Education Scholarships The American Montessori Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AMS offers scholarships to support individuals pursuing Montessori teacher education.	Not published	Varies
SHAPE America: Major of the Year Award Grant Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies The SHAPE America Major of the Year Award recognizes exemplary undergraduate students in health, physical education, recreation, and dance.	Not published	Varies
Riecke Fellowship Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Music & Arts Grant California Casualty · Foundation Not published · $300 The California Casualty Music & Arts Grant supports K-12 public schools facing budget cuts that threaten their music and arts programs.	Not published	$300
Teachers and Educators Scholarship Grant Advia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teachers and Educators Scholarship, funded by the Advia Foundation, invites teachers to propose financial literacy projects aimed at enhancing students' understanding of money management.	Not published	Varies
Carl R. Blair Award for Commitment to Arts Education Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes educators' dedication to arts integration and arts education in Greenville County Schools	Not published	Varies
Robert Benjamin Excellence in Direct Instruction Reading Award Baltimore Curriculum Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual award that recognizes two outstanding Direct Instruction reading teachers within BCP's six neighborhood conversion charter schools.	Not published	Varies
Southwestern Energy (SWN) STEM Grant Program Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Mini-grant program for K-12 public school educators to incorporate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts into the classroom.	Not published	Up to $500
"Bright Ideas" Grants (Mini-Grants) Brevard Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $23K Mini-grant program that provides funding for classroom teachers and school projects. The foundation invests approximately $23,000+ per semester in these grants.	Not published	$23K
Elizabeth Freck Scholarship Fund Convoy Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $500 LEEF's Grant Patrol is a semi-annual grant program that awards funding to Leander ISD teachers and staff for innovative classroom projects, professional development, and student-centered initiatives.	Not published	$300 – $500
Christa McAuliffe Reach for the Stars Award Grant National Council For The Social Studies · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Christa McAuliffe Reach for the Stars Award, established in 1986, empowers social studies educators to realize innovative teaching projects.	Not published	Up to $3K
Good Teachers Count Scholarship Grant Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Legacy Foundation is the community foundation for Lake County, Indiana. We connect people, knowledge, and funding to build an equitable, accessible, and inclusive Lake County, now and for generations to come.	Not published	$1K
Deborah Prinz Educator Grants Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Overall Program Statistics (1999-June 30, 2025):	Not published	Varies
Idea Lab Grants Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Funding for new, creative classroom ideas that bring hands-on, experiential learning to students. Examples include:	Not published	Up to $1K
USD 484 Fredonia Schools Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The mission of CKCF is Building Stronger Communities Through Charitable Giving. Located in Newton, CKCF is a host foundation to 18 affiliates in the central Kansas region, supporting rural philanthropy.	Not published	Up to $1K
North Dakota United Member/Dependent Scholarship Grant North Dakota United Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The North Dakota United Member/Dependent Scholarship, offered by the North Dakota United Foundation, provides financial support to active NDU members and their dependents pursuing post-secondary education in various fields.	Not published	Varies
Holcomb Family Education Scholarship Grant North Georgia Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K This scholarship was established in 2008 by the Hall County Optimist Club to honor long-time educators, J.H. Holcomb and his sisters, Margaret, Mildred, and Nell. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.	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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