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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Future Urban STEM Educator Scholarship (FUSE Scholars Program) Davenport University · Foundation Not published · Varies Davenport University's College of Urban Education is offering a scholarship opportunity for students pursuing a degree in any science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field whose goals are teaching in STEM programs within…	Not published	Varies
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $2K The Appleton Education Foundation provides accessible, flexible funding for creative and innovative education programs not covered by school budgets. The foundation has awarded more than $3 million in grants since its founding in 1997.	Rolling	$250 – $2K
McLaughlin, Delbert & Mary Teaching Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $750 Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Inc. was established in 2009 as a 501(c)3 public charity to help donors support their favorite charities while receiving maximum tax advantage.	Not published	$500 – $750
Idaho Humanities Council: K-12 Grants Idaho Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Idaho Humanities Council offers K-12 Grants to support Idaho K-12 teachers with awards up to $1,000. Applications are accepted three times a year, with deadlines on April 1st, August 1st, and December 1st.	Not published	Up to $500
National Board Certification Support Montana Federation of Public Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montana Professional Teaching Foundation provides support to help teachers navigate the National Board Certification process.	Not published	Varies
Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity - Pathway for Secondary Students Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity aims to diversify the teacher workforce in Minnesota by providing funding for innovative programs encouraging secondary students, particularly students of color and American Indian students…	Not published	Up to $500K
New Teacher Grant Program Lafourche Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The Lafourche Education Foundation New Teacher Grant Program supports first-year teachers in Lafourche Parish by providing funds to stock and replenish essential classroom supplies.	Not published	Up to $250
Pikeland Public Schools Foundation Classroom Grants Pikeland Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for classroom materials, equipment, and educational resources	Not published	Varies
NEEF New Teacher Supply Grants North East Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200 The North East Educational Foundation awards teacher supply grants to new teachers joining NEISD to help them start the school year with needed classroom supplies and materials.	Not published	$200
Teacher Mini Grants The Go Green Initiative Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini grant program designed to celebrate and incentivize teachers who incorporate sustainability or environmental literacy into their classroom curriculum.	Not published	Varies
Grants For Grades 6-12 ($5,000 or Less) Toshiba America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Toshiba America Foundation offers grants of up to $5,000 for innovative STEM projects aimed at grades 6-12. These grants support teachers seeking to enhance science and math education through creative project-based learning.	Not published	Up to $5K
Halstenson Family Music Scholarship Fund Grant North Dakota United Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Halstenson Family Music Scholarship Fund Grant, offered by the North Dakota United Foundation, supports NDU members with a music teaching license pursuing graduate degrees.	Not published	Varies
Bonnie Sorenson Scudder Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bonnie Sorenson Scudder Scholarship aims to support female students aspiring to become teachers, particularly those passionate about women's physical education.	Not published	Varies
Brian Cummins Memorial Scholarship Grant National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut · Foundation Not published · $3K The Brian Cummins Memorial Scholarship, offered by the National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut, supports individuals pursuing a career in teaching blind and visually impaired students.	Not published	$3K
ECP Teaching and Mentoring Award Grant The Entomological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $1K The ECP Teaching and Mentoring Award recognizes outstanding contributions in entomological education and mentoring by early-career professionals.	Not published	$1K
MassCUE Classroom Grant Massachusetts Computer Using Educators Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The MassCUE Classroom Grant provides funding to support classroom initiatives and projects that align with MassCUE's mission of advancing technology in education.	Not published	Up to $3K
FEA Mimi Dash Scholarship Fairfax Education Association · Foundation Not published · Varies To help educators and students continue to develop professionally and personally by easing the financial burden of pursuing additional education.	Not published	Varies
CFCC: Carol Puckett Memorial Scholarship Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to enhance quality of life, today and in the future, by: Enabling donors to fulfill their charitable desiresBuilding a permanent endowmentFacilitating prudent management and care of fundsMeeting needs through grants, awards…	Not published	Varies
Grow Your Own (State Funds) Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $10K The Grow Your Own (State Funds) Grant aims to address teacher shortages in high-need areas of Missouri by recruiting and supporting local candidates to become educators.	Not published	$10K
CCCC Outstanding Teaching Award Grant Conference on College Composition and Communication · Foundation Not published · $500 The CCCC Outstanding Teaching Award, established in 2020, recognizes exceptional teaching practices within the field of composition and communication.	Not published	$500
Robert W. Klenk Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Robert W. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027. Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors.	Not published	Varies
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Teaching Champion Award Council for Economic Education · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K	Not published	$3K – $5K
IMAGINE Grants Corvallis Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $68K Fueling innovation and enhancing students' experience in the classroom and beyond. IMAGINE Grants are available to all Corvallis School District staff and have been a cornerstone of CPSF's support for local students since 2008.	Not published	$68K
Teacher Training and Recruitment Grants Wisconsin Fast Forward · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The objective of the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) expanded grant program is to award funds that reimburse the costs of workforce development activities, as specified in the Grant Program Announcement (GPA).	Not published	Up to $250K

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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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