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.

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CHAPEL HILL-CARRBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

International Teacher Travel Grant Status: Closed for 2025-26 Purpose: For teachers who hope to enhance their language skills, deepen their understanding of global issues and cultures or attend…

LONGVIEW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We've simplified the process into three stages, an eligibility quiz, a short form Letter of Intent, and a Full Proposal by invitation only._ Founded by William L. Breese, the Longview…

Iowa STEM Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

IOWA STEM TEACHER EXTERNSHIP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa STEM Council Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Iowa STEM Teacher Externship program connects secondary…

BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Iris M. Balthaser Adam Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Iris M. Balthaser Adam Scholarship Fund, established…

INDIANA RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

IRTAF Scholarships Overview: The Indiana Retired Teachers Association Foundation (IRTAF) awards scholarships annually to support future educators and promote the teaching profession. Geographic…

JESSE W COUCH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Due to the overwhelming amount of grant applications we receive each year, we will only accept unsolicited grant applications from Wildlife Conservation nonprofit organizations._…

McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacey Sarah Cantrell Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McPherson County Community Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Jacey Sarah Cantrell Memorial…

Idaho Forest Products Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack Buell Forest Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Forest Products Commission Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Jack Buell Forest Education Grant,…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jackson Parkhurst Award for Special Achievement Funder: North Carolina Symphony Society Inc Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for music educators Background Named for the…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jackson Parkhurst Award for Special Achievement Funder: North Carolina Symphony Foundation Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for special achievement in music education…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jalufka - Patricia Jalufka Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Jalufka -…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

James C. Kapteyn Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $12,500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The James C. Kapteyn Endowment…

James Madison Memorial Fellowship Program · Rolling / Open Foundation

James Madison Graduate Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James Madison Memorial Fellowship Program Amount: Up to US $24,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The James Madison Graduate…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jane Burns DeWitt Baumann Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview Jane Burns DeWitt Baumann…

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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