Grants for Teachers

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 1,352 active grants for teachers in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,352 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for teachers are open right now?

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship, managed by the…

Kentucky Civic Education Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kentucky Civic Seal Mini-Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Civic Education Coalition Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Kentucky Civic Seal Mini-Grant…

$10,000 total ($1,000 per recipient)
KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL COACHES CHARITY ASSOCIATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

KHSCA Scholarship Funder: Kentucky High School Coaches Association (KHSCA) Geographic Scope: Kentucky Focus Areas: Education majors Eligibility - Applicant Type: Sons or daughters of current or…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kiesling Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Kiesling Family Scholarship at Montana State University provides…

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON EDU DEV FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Kim Simons Future Educator Scholarship Organization: Westfield Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Westfield, Indiana Established: 2022 Overview: The Kim Simons Future Educator Scholarship was…

South Central Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kingman/Norwich Innovative Learning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Central Community Foundation Amount: US $250 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Kingman/Norwich Innovative Learning…

Up to US $5,000
Kettle Moraine Education Foundation (KMEF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

KMEF Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kettle Moraine Education Foundation (KMEF) Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The KMEF Impact Grant offers up to $5,000 for Kettle…

JANET H & C HARRY KNOWLES FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Knowles Teaching Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Knowles Teacher Initiative Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The Knowles Teaching Fellowship supports…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kors, Lois E., Educational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The Kors, Lois E., Educational Scholarship, established by…

ANCIENT FREE & ACCEPTED MASONS OF TEXAS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lamar Award Funder: Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of Texas - Krum Masonic Lodge No. 1453 Geographic Scope: Krum, Texas area Overview: Annual award program recognizing teachers in the community for…

MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lambert Political Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: Up to US $200 Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Leroy Lambert Political Action Grants, offered by…

CHARLESTON COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DIST 1 · March 2, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Large Grant Application Funder: Excellence in Education Foundation (EEF) Geographic Scope: Charleston Community Unit School District #1, Illinois, US Background: The EEF has been supporting…

CHICAGO PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

LAUNCH - Principal Preparation Program Overview: A principal preparation program designed and seeded by The Chicago Public Education Fund to develop aspiring principals for leadership positions in…

Murray Education Foundation · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Laura Baker Professional Learning Grant Overview: Named and founded in memory of long-time Murray Board of Education member Laura Baker. This grant provides Murray City School District teachers and…

Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura Houghteling Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard University Amount: US $5,500 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Laura Houghteling Memorial Scholarship offers…

$15,000 per award (up to 12 awards)
NELLIE MAE EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lawrence W. O'Toole Teacher Leadership Awards Purpose: Recognize and support teacher leaders who advocate for student-centered approaches to learning and address inequities, including racial…

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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