Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,273 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 690 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,273; from 754 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.3M; across 690 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 95 with a published date

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Classroom Mini-Grant Program South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation · Foundation Not published · $500 The SC Farm Bureau Young Farmer & Rancher program offers a Learn-to-Farm classroom mini-grant program for teachers in public and private schools.	Not published	$500
Franklin County Retired Teachers Association Peggy Grate Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Franklin County Retired Teachers Association Peggy Grate Memorial Scholarship Fund The Franklin County Retired Teachers Association scholarship fund assists current teachers in a Franklin County public school system as they return to…	Not published	$1K
Sonya Sauer Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sonya Sauer Scholarship, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports students attending accredited colleges, universities, or technical schools full-time. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.	Not published	Varies
Literacy Ignite Grants Poudre School District Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Each school year the PSD Foundation provides funding for vital access to educational and developmental opportunities to students across Poudre School District.	Not published	Up to $2K
Teacher Grant Program Walnut Creek Education Foundation K-12 · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The WCEF Teacher Grant Program supports teacher innovation and student exploration through funding for innovative projects that enhance and support 21st century learning in the Walnut Creek School District (WCSD).	Not published	$1K – $2K
Impact Grants Fort Osage Resources Champion Education · Foundation Not published · $15K The Fort Osage Education Foundation's Student Impact Grants invest over $15,000 yearly to bring essential resources directly into classrooms, empowering teachers and inspiring students.	Not published	$15K
$250 Teacher's Grants South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 The $250 Teacher's Grants, offered by the South Central Community Foundation, support K-12 classroom teachers across seven counties.	Not published	$250
SHAPE America: Joy of Effort Award Grant Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies The SHAPE America: Joy of Effort Award recognizes dedicated individuals who exemplify the spirit of commitment and passion in health and physical education.	Not published	Varies
Excellence in Education Mini-Grant Moorestown Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Excellence in Education Mini-Grant program aims to enhance educational opportunities within the Moorestown Township Public Schools by funding innovative projects that positively impact students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Classroom Enrichment Grant Kent Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Classroom Enrichment Grant, offered by the Kent Schools Foundation, aims to enhance educational experiences for students in the Kent School District.	Not published	$500
HQIM Principal and Other School Leader's Grant New Hampshire Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The HQIM Principal and Other School Leader's Grant, issued by the New Hampshire Department of Education, aims to enhance literacy and mathematics instruction by providing competitive grants to public and charter schools.	Not published	$5K – $25K
NEA- Envision Equity Grants The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The NEA Envision Equity Grants empower educators to implement innovative projects that foster cultural understanding, anti-racism, and civic engagement among students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Spotlight Fund Grants - STEM Fund Adopt-A-Classroom Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Spotlight Fund Grants, specifically the STEM Fund, provide essential funding for K-12 educators to enhance their curriculum with necessary tools and materials for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Jesse and Ruth Long Education Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies Jesse and Ruth Long Education Scholarship You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Pursuing a degree in the Teacher Education Program K-12;Senior status.	Not published	Varies
Ray A. and Frances Griffin Memorial Scholarship Grant Hamilton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ray A. and Frances Griffin Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Hamilton Community Foundation, supports Hamilton County high school graduates pursuing a four-year degree in agriculture with a focus on soil conservation.	Not published	Varies
The Light Awards Grant Intrepid Philanthropy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Light Awards provide funding up to $30,000 over two years for professional learning projects designed by teachers. Targeting teams of educators, the program aims to enhance teaching effectiveness and student inspiration.	Not published	Up to $30K
Janesville Multicultural Teacher Scholarship (JMTS) – Non-Traditional Students Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janesville Multicultural Teacher Scholarship (JMTS) supports non-traditional students pursuing careers in education.	Not published	Varies
Teaching English in Poland (TEIP) Program The Kosciuszko Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Education Minnesota Human Rights Award Grant Education Minnesota · Foundation Not published · Varies The Education Minnesota Human Rights Award honors members who have championed human and civil rights within educational settings.	Not published	Varies
West Tennessee Education Grants Leaders Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies West Tennessee Education Grants, offered by the Leaders Education Foundation, support educators in enhancing student learning through innovative projects.	Not published	Varies
John W. Bauer Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the John W. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 20 Jan 2027.	Not published	Varies
CTUF and HIRE360 Candidate Tutor Support Program for Trade Apprentices Chicago Teachers Union · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions with highly qualified content specialists to help HIRE360 trade candidates pass the HIRE360 Apprenticeship Pre-Test.	Not published	Varies
Send a Teacher Initiative Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies SHAPE America's "Send a Teacher" initiative highlights the important role that health and physical education can play in the lives of students.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Roger F. & Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Dr. Roger F. & Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Siouxland Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Sioux City public high schools pursuing post-secondary education in education fields.	Not published	$1K

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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 1,273 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 690 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, 754 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,273 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 95 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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