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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Carolyn L. Ballard & Beverly J. Schoch Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Carolyn L. Ballard & Beverly J. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Keitha S. Griffith Nursing Scholarship Grant Union County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Dr. Keitha S. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 01 Apr 2027.	Not published	Varies
Forsyth County Teacher Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Forsyth County Teacher Grants provide up to $2,500 to educators in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools for professional development and innovative classroom projects.	Not published	Up to $3K
UC Alumni Association Their Future Fund Union City Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50 – $5K Ongoing support for Union City schools through alumni donations Donors may include instructions with donation form:	Not published	$50 – $5K
Distinguished Educator of Blind Students Award Grant The National Federation of the Blind · Foundation Not published · $1K The National Federation of the Blind offers several scholarships and awards that honor blind individuals as well as teachers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations whose work benefits the blind community.	Not published	$1K
AllSides Education Fund Scholarship SIDE3 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AllSides Education Fund strengthens democratic society by providing education, experiences, and skill sets that reinvigorate democracy.	Not published	Varies
Nancy Lyman Roelker Mentorship Award Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Nancy Lyman Roelker Mentorship Award, presented by the American Historical Association, recognizes exceptional history teachers who inspire and guide their students.	Not published	$1K
Golden Anchor Award (GAA) Farragut High School Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Golden Anchor Award recognizes five outstanding educators at Farragut High School each year, with a $1,000 grant awarded to each recipient. In some years, ties may result in additional recipients.	Not published	$1K
Award for Teaching Excellence Montana Federation of Public Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies The NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes, rewards, and promotes both excellence in teaching and advocacy for the profession.	Not published	Varies
Joseph and Marla Dernay Future Teacher Scholarship Grant Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 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	$500
Rising Educator Scholarship Excellence in Education · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rising Educator Scholarship supports students who are committed to becoming teachers. Recipients are selected based on their demonstrated commitment to education careers.	Not published	$3K
Early Learning Grants Olympia Tumwater Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $3K The Early Learning Grants by the Olympia Tumwater Foundation aim to enhance educational opportunities for young learners in Thurston County.	Not published	$300 – $3K
Joy in Teaching Grants Credit Unions Chartered in the State of Michigan · Foundation Not published · $500 "Teachers are shaping the next generation, and we're thrilled to provide resources that spark creativity and curiosity, and promote belonging in classrooms."	Not published	$500
George Merwin Grant Rogers Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Education Support Professional of the Year Grant Education Minnesota · Foundation Not published · $1K The Education Support Professional of the Year award recognizes outstanding contributions by education support professionals in Minnesota.	Not published	$1K
Jim McGarvey Scholarship for Union Leadership in Public Education and Service Montana Federation of Public Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies In memory of Jim McGarvey, a great union leader and a forefather of the Montana Federation of Public Employees, the Montana Professional Teaching Foundation created a scholarship program in his name.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Education Grant - Individual Warwick Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Warwick Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that awards grants annually for educational programs and experiences benefiting students in the Warwick School District.	Not published	Up to $25K
Claudia K. Salewske Memorial Scholarship Grant Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Claudia K. Salewske Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Claudia K. Salewske, a passionate educator, by supporting graduating seniors from Gilroy, California.	Not published	Up to $3K
Rolland J. Van Hattum Award for Contribution in the Schools Grant American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rolland J. Van Hattum Award honors individuals for their outstanding contributions to audiology and speech-language pathology within school settings.	Not published	$3K
Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Professional Development Scholarship, offered by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, supports educators in enhancing their expertise in history, number theory, or discrete mathematics.	Not published	Up to $3K
Arts Miles Program Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Arts Miles Program Grant, offered by the Kentucky Arts Council, supports Kentucky teachers and schools in providing quality arts experiences for students.	Not published	Up to $2K
Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship at Montana State University offers financial support to students pursuing a degree in the Teacher Education Program K-12.	Not published	Varies
MEF Teacher Impact Grants Manatee Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Manatee Education Foundation, founded in 1988, supports the Manatee County School District by providing funding for innovative educational programs.	Not published	Varies
CU West CARES Charitable Foundation Grant Credit Union West · Foundation Rolling · Varies The CU West CARES Charitable Foundation is a non-profit that supports local organizations and front-line heroes through charitable contributions, grants and programs, and non-profit organizations may apply to receive a one-time grant…	Rolling	Varies

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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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