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?

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lillian & Warren Woodward Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Lillian & Warren…

BRADLEY CLEVELAND PUBLIC EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lillie F. Fitzgerald Excellence in Teaching Award Purpose: The highest honor at the local level to recognize and encourage teaching excellence in the classroom. The award is both personal (to reward…

LIMITLESS SPACE INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Limitless Educator Program Funder: Limitless Space Institute Inc (TX, US) Geographic Scope: International Focus Areas: - K-12 STEM education - Advanced power and propulsion systems - Interstellar…

LIMITLESS SPACE INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Limitless Lab Booster Program Funder: Limitless Space Institute Inc (TX, US) Geographic Scope: United States and international Focus Areas: - K-12 STEM education - Innovative teaching methods in STEM…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship at Montana State…

National Association of Biology Teachers · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lindsey Fields Allied Health Education Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association of Biology Teachers Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview Note: This award is…

ACHIEVE TWIN CITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Links to Learning Classroom Grants Funder: Assistance League of Minneapolis/St. Paul Administrator: Achieve Twin Cities Geographic Scope: Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) Eligibility: - Minneapolis…

California Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Education Amount: More than US $450,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Literacy…

California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom · Rolling / Open Foundation

Literacy for Life Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Literacy for Life Grants, funded…

POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Literacy Ignite Grants Program Type: Classroom grant program for PSD educators Overview: Each school year the PSD Foundation provides funding for vital access to educational and developmental…

LIU SHIMING ART FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Liu Shiming Distinguished Educator Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Liu Shiming Art Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Liu Shiming Distinguished Educator Award,…

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

Local President Release Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Local President Release Grant, offered by the…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Louise Lightner Jamison Teacher Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Louise…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Louise Wachter Wickham Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Louise Wachter Wickham Scholarship, established in 1997…

President and Fellows of Harvard College · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lowell Teachers Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: President And Fellows Of Harvard College Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Lowell Teachers Scholarships, offered by Harvard…

WINCHESTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Loy "Come Back to Teach" Education Grants Funder: Winchester Education Foundation Inc (VA, US) Geographic Scope: Winchester Public Schools, Winchester, Virginia Funding Source: Testamentary trust of…

LANE TECH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LTAA Faculty Innovation Grant Program Overview: The LTAA Faculty Innovation Grant Program has been supporting Lane Tech teachers for 10 years, having awarded over $280,000 to Lane Tech faculty. The…

Lake Travis Education Foundation · October 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

LTEF Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Lake Travis Independent School District (LTISD), Austin, TX Purpose: The Lake Travis Education Foundation awards grants for instructional materials, teaching…

EDMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Lucile Peters Math Educator Award Funder: Edmond Public Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Edmond Public Schools district, Oklahoma Program Type: Educator award recognizing excellence in…

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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