Mini Grants Funder: San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc (SAISD Foundation) Geographic Scope: San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), Texas Focus Areas: Classroom and…
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.
What grants for teachers are open right now?
Mini Grants for Teachers Geographic Scope: Wilkes County, North Carolina Eligible Applicants: Teachers in Wilkes County Schools Award Amount: Up to $2,000 per grant; approximately 30-32 grants…
Mini Grants Program Award Amount: Up to $5,000 Recurrence: Rolling basis, reviewed at Foundation board meetings throughout the year (September-June) Geographic Scope: Pelham, NY Eligibility: Teachers…
Mini-Grant Funder: Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) Geographic Scope: Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD), Texas Overview: Smaller grants designed to support innovative classroom…
Mini-Grant for Teachers Funder: Germantown Education Foundation (TN, US) Overview: Small grants given several times a month to support teachers with school supplies and classroom needs. Geographic…
Mini-Grants Program Funder: Provo City School District Foundation Geographic Scope: Provo City School District schools, Utah Purpose: The Provo City School District Foundation awards mini-grants to…
Mini-Grants for Education Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $500 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Mini-Grants for Education program,…
Mini-Grants for Teachers Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Geographic Scope: South Plains region (West Texas) Overview: The Mini-Grants for Teachers program provides funding to K-12 teachers…
Mini-Grants For Teachers Funder: Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Berkeley County, West Virginia Focus Areas: K-12 education; enriching academic experiences in classrooms…
Mini-Grants: Instructional or Enhancement Grants Amount: Up to $1,000 Recurrence: Accepted monthly throughout the school year Geographic Scope: Plymouth, MA Focus Areas: - Curriculum development -…
Mini-Grants: Professional Development Grants Amount: Up to $500 Recurrence: Accepted monthly throughout the school year Geographic Scope: Plymouth, MA Focus Areas: - Professional enrichment through…
Minneapolis Educator Leadership Awards (MELA) Creator: John & Denise Graves Foundation in partnership with Educators 4 Excellence Administrator: Achieve Twin Cities Geographic Scope: Minneapolis…
Minneapolis Educator Leadership Awards (MELA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John & Denise Graves Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Minneapolis Educator…
Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation - Agricultural Literacy Grant Purpose: Awards designed to support agriculture and food systems education efforts from kindergarten to high school…
Minnesota Teacher of the Year Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Minnesota Last Updated: September 14, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Teacher of the Year Award honors outstanding educators who…
Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship Program Funder: Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per year Geographic Scope: Illinois residents only Eligibility: -…
Montana Rural Education Association Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Montana Rural Education Association Scholarship…
MOS Scholarships for Educators Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland Ornithological Society Amount: US $1,525 - US $1,725 in in-kind support Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Maryland…
Multiple Schools/Offices Grant Overview: Grant to implement a new project in multiple schools/offices. Amount: Up to $5,000 Geographic Scope: Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), Maryland…
Music & Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Casualty Amount: US $300 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The California Casualty Music & Arts Grant supports K-12 public schools facing…
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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