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 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.

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What grants for teachers are open right now?

Lake Champlain Basin Program · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCBP: Educator Mini-grants Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lake Champlain Basin Program Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Lake Champlain Basin Program offers Educator…

Up to $500 per grant
Lewis Clark Credit Union · September 20, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

LCCU Teacher Grant Program Funder: Lewis Clark Credit Union (ID, US) Geographic Scope: Pre-K-12 educators within Lewis Clark Credit Union's field of membership (Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and…

THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Learning & Leadership Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Learning & Leadership Grants…

BELMONT EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Learning Excellence Grants Overview: The FBE funds grants to educators in the Belmont Public Schools to implement innovative programs and advanced technology that result in richer and deeper learning…

THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Learning Innovation Grants Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati region Focus Area: Education Funding Purpose: This funding supports educators directly by providing support for enriching instruction,…

Up to US $1,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Learning Links Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2024 Summary The Learning Links Grants provide up to…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leasure Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Leasure Family Scholarship,…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lee Educational Enrichment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Lee Educational…

RYE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lee Ingraham Reading Grant Overview: This grant honors Lee Ingraham, Rye Elementary School Principal from 1994-2000, and her dedication to instilling a love of reading in children. Background: During…

THE LONGMEADOW EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LEEF Grant Program for Longmeadow Public School Staff Funder: Longmeadow Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Longmeadow, Massachusetts Eligibility: - Longmeadow Public School…

$7,500+
FRIENDSWOOD ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Program Funder: Friendswood ISD Education Foundation Inc (TX, US) Status: Program details available; specific deadline information not provided on website. Geographic Scope: Friendswood…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy of Learning Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Legacy of Learning Scholarship, offered by the Community…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lemma Fink Bowyer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Lemma Fink Bowyer Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Beckley…

GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leo W. Seal Innovative Teacher Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The Leo W. Seal Innovative Teacher…

Cherokee Strip Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Leta Corr Professional Educator Scholarship Funder: Cherokee Strip Community Foundation (CSCF) Eligibility: Enid High School students only Contact: - Phone: 580-234-3988 - Address: 324 N Van Buren,…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lifetime Achievement Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Lifetime…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lifetime Achievement in Teaching Award Overview: Prestigious award recognizing teachers who have made exceptional lifetime contributions to education and their respective fields. Geographic Scope:…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

Light the Way Teachers’ Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…

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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