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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

John W. Bauer Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the John W.…

THE STATELINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stateline Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,100 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s…

$500 per grant
CREDIT UNIONS CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Joy in Teaching Grants Status: Active; 2025 grants awarded as of 2026-04-03 Geographic Scope: Michigan (educators across Michigan) Background: An initiative created by Members First Credit Union to…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Judi Cassell Teaching Artist Fellowship in Visual Arts Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville, SC Award Type: Fellowship and recognition Status: Annual award Purpose:…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Judith A. Ingram Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Judith A. Ingram Memorial Scholarship…

STATE COLLEGE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund Overview: A fund established to honor Judy Lysaker, a dedicated journalism and English teacher at State High for 35 years, and her husband Pete Lysaker.…

THE MONTCLAIR FUND FOR EDUCATIONAL · Closed · Annual Foundation

Judy Weston Awards for Inspired Teaching Overview: Awards established by Josh and Judy Weston in 1991 to acknowledge and celebrate Montclair Public Schools (MPS) teachers. The awards were given…

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) · Rolling / Open Foundation

K-12 Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The K-12 Education Grants offered by Idaho National Laboratory…

American Musicological Society Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

K–12 Educators Grants in American Music Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Musicological Society Inc Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The K–12 Educators Grants in American Music,…

Kansas Board of Regents · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Regents Amount: Up to US $33,330 Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship is a…

MONTANA FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES · December 2, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Karen Cox Memorial Grant Program Overview: The Montana Professional Teaching Foundation created the Karen Cox Memorial Grants to support Montana educators who spend their own money on classroom…

CHICAGO TEACHERS UNION · June 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Karen GJ Lewis Scholarship Award Purpose: Honor Karen GJ Lewis's immense contributions to labor, education, social justice and community engagement by promoting and encouraging the next generation of…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kassing, Margaret, Educational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Kassing, Margaret, Educational…

CHARLES H COOLIDGE NATIONAL MEDAL OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Katie Fields Bell Teacher Fellow Award Funder: Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Geographic Scope: Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama Overview: Annual award recognizing…

KAWABE MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kawabe Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kawabe Memorial Fund Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Kawabe Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on low-income…

CREDIT UNIONS CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

KCCU Teacher Grant Program Overview: The KCCU Teacher Grant Program provides grants to professional educators teaching Pre-K through 12th grade to help them purchase supplies and equipment 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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