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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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…

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…

$100 - $2,500
Lewisville Education Foundation Inc · May 22, 2026 · Annual Foundation

LEF Teacher Grants Funder: Lewisville ISD Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Lewisville Independent School District, Texas Program Description: Lewisville ISD Education Foundation awards Teacher…

$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…

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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