Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,274 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 691 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,274; from 755 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.4M; across 691 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 96 with a published date

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Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Oct 13, 2027 · From $600K The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science program supports authentic summer research experiences for K-14 educators to foster long-term collaborations between universities, community colleges, school…	Oct 13, 2027	From $600K
Delta Kappa Gamma Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 The Delta Kappa Gamma Society, part of the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $250 scholarship aimed at Gage County students pursuing a teaching career.	Not published	$250
Scott Education Grants Klamath Basin Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $400 The Scott Education Grants, established by the Klamath Basin Audubon Society, support environmental and wildlife education for K-6 students in Klamath, Lake, Modoc, and Siskiyou counties.	Not published	Up to $400
STFM Innovative Program Award Grant Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Founded in 1967, the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) is a national community of academic leaders committed to developing an accomplished family medicine workforce, prepared to…	Not published	Varies
Micro Grants Program The Pelham Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K To foster and reward faculty initiative by funding creative and innovative projects that enrich the standard curriculum and directly enhance educational opportunities for a significant number of students.	Rolling	Up to $1K
FEF Tuition Reimbursement Grants Committee for Excellence in Education · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Fauquier Education Foundation reimburses up to $500 per semester for Fauquier County Public Schools (FCPS) full-time or part-time permanent classified employees, teachers who are not fully certified, and certified FCPS employees…	Rolling	Up to $500
Marsh Minority Scholarship Grant Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marsh Minority Scholarship, offered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, supports Hispanic and African American students enrolled at West Texas A&M University.	Not published	Varies
Teacher & Staff Rolling Grants St Helena Public Schools Foundation Endowment Trust · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 Smaller, time-sensitive curriculum grants for classroom needs during the current school year. Rolling applications accepted throughout the school year.	Rolling	Up to $500
Literacy for Life Grants California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Literacy for Life Grants, funded by the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, aim to foster agricultural literacy among K-12 students in California.	Not published	Up to $500
Barbara Kelco Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $2K – $2K The Barbara Kelco Memorial Scholarship Fund, established in 2010 by her sister, honors Barbara Kelco's dedication to education.	Not published	$2K – $2K
Designing Interventions that Support Learners with Disabilities (2-8) Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world's largest mathematics education organization.	Not published	Up to $4K
Linda K. Freeland Early Childhood Education Scholarship Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Linda K. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Feb 2027. Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs.	Not published	Varies
Mansfield City Schools Fine Arts Fund Grant Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mansfield City Schools Fine Arts Fund supports K-12 teachers by providing grants aimed at enhancing arts education within the Mansfield City Schools.	Not published	Varies
Express Grants Park City Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PCEF offers Express Grants as an additional funding opportunity for educators.	Not published	Varies
AMS Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Scholarship The American Montessori Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program offered by the American Montessori Society focused on supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Mini Grant Kentwood Public Schools Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K The Mini Grant is available for educational projects up to $1,000. Funding is available at any time during the school year with a decision on funding within 14 days of submission.	Rolling	Up to $1K
Innovative Teaching Grants Crosby Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K Crosby Education Foundation Innovative Teaching Grants fund creative instructional approaches and best practices that raise student learning in Crosby ISD, Texas.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, offers a $2,500 scholarship to undergraduate students entering their third or fourth year at Drury University, Evangel…	Not published	$3K
KEF: Promising Practices Grant Kennett Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The KEF: Promising Practices Grant, offered by the Kennett Education Foundation, provides up to $5,000 for innovative classroom and extracurricular programs that enhance K-12 education.	Not published	Up to $5K
Tuition Reimbursement Grants Committee for Excellence in Education · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grants to support Fauquier County Public Schools educators in completing coursework and obtaining educational credentials that strengthen their professional qualifications.	Rolling	Varies
Millcreek Education Foundation Teacher Grant Program Millcreek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To support educational initiatives and classroom needs for teachers in the Millcreek Township School District The foundation offers grant funding to support teacher-led projects and classroom improvements.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Assistance Program (TAP) Grants Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teacher Assistance Program (TAP) Grants, offered by the Richland County Foundation, support K-12 teachers in public or private schools within Richland County.	Not published	Varies
Educator Art Grants Westly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Westly Foundation's Educator Art Grants strengthen arts education in music, theater, dance and visual arts. Public school teachers in grades TK-8 can receive up to $500 to enhance their classroom and after-school arts programs.	Not published	$500
Christina Sue Lilja Resource Grants American Farm Bureau Federation · Foundation Not published · $100 The Christina Sue Lilja Resource Grants support agricultural literacy by providing funds for educators to purchase resources from the Ag Foundation store.	Not published	$100

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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 1,274 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 691 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, 755 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,274 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 96 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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