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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LOS NINOS HOSPITAL INC · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Matt Salmon Nurse Education Training Scholarship Overview: A $2,500 annual scholarship established to support nursing education for Hacienda HealthCare employees pursuing advanced nursing degrees.…

THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Maureen Schab Fund Purpose: Provides generous support to students at Del-Tech and graduating seniors pursuing careers in education, in the memory of beloved long-time educator Maureen Schab.…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Maxine Swalin Award for Outstanding Music Educator Funder: North Carolina Symphony Society Inc Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for music educators Background Named for…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Maxine Swalin Award for Outstanding Music Educator Funder: North Carolina Symphony Foundation Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for outstanding music educators Background…

Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MBCA Direct Teach Grant for Creative Independent Programs Organization: Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association Inc (MBCA), Atlantic City, NJ Geographic Scope: Greater Atlantic City area, New…

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

McKenna Morgan Memorial Scholarship Purpose: To provide financial assistance to a Plymouth-Canton Community Schools graduate who plans to be a teacher. Background: Established by Sara J. Morgan and…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST MISSOURIINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

McLaughlin, Delbert & Mary Teaching Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Northwest Missouri Amount: US $500 - US $750 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview…

MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

MEA Instruction and Professional Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August 31, 2025 Summary The Maine Education Association…

MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

MEA Read Across America Incentive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: US $50 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Maine Education Association is committed to…

SOCIETY OF HEALTH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Measurement and Evaluation Honor Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society Of Health And Physical Educators Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Measurement and Evaluation Honor Award…

MEDINA PTSA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Medina PTA Grants Funder: Medina Elementary PTA, Medina, WA Contact: Salim Hemdani, VP Grants | grants@medinapta.org Overview Mediana PTA Grants provide funding to Medina Elementary educators for…

Missouri Environmental Education Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

MEEA Environmental Educator Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Environmental Education Association Amount: US $250 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The MEEA Environmental Educator…

Up to US $1,000
Madison Education Foundation (MEF) · Rolling / Open Foundation

MEF Classroom Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Education Foundation (MEF) Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The MEF Classroom Grant, provided by the Madison…

MOUNTAIN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MEF Educator of the Year Award Geographic Scope: Signal Mountain, Tennessee (Three schools: Nolan Elementary, Thrasher Elementary, Signal Mountain Middle School, Signal Mountain High School) Award…

Manatee Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

MEF Teacher Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manatee Education Foundation Inc Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The Manatee Education Foundation, founded in 1988, supports the Manatee…

MADISON EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Meffie Awards Overview: Created by MEF and co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Madison, the Meffie Awards celebrate innovation in teaching in Madison Public Schools. Award-winning grants are selected…

CALIFORNIA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS AFT 8004 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Member Organizing Committee (MOC) Grant Overview: A grant program designed to help CFT local unions conduct member outreach and recruitment efforts, particularly targeting part-time faculty members.…

POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mental Health & Belonging 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…

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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