Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,273 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Mini-Grants: Instructional or Enhancement Grants The Plymouth Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K	Rolling	Up to $1K
TI Innovations in STEM Teaching Award Risd Excellence in Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K Recognize a RISD educator who brings STEM to life in the classroom by engaging students, fueling creativity, strengthening academic and technological skills, and inspiring a love of learning.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Robert P. Bell Teacher Grant Program The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards for creative and innovative classroom projects	Not published	Varies
EEAI Mini-Grants Environmental Education Association Of Illinois (EEAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $350 The EEAI Mini-Grants program supports projects aimed at educating communities about environmental issues and enhancing ecological understanding.	Not published	Up to $350
DCCF Teacher Grants Decatur County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The DCCF Teacher Grants provide financial support of up to $500 for innovative classroom projects in Decatur County.	Not published	Up to $500
SD Space Grant Consortium: Research Experience for Teachers South Dakota Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The South Dakota Space Grant Consortium offers Research Experience for Teachers fellowships aimed at enhancing STEM education.	Not published	Up to $8K
Mini-Grants for Teachers Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mini-Grants for Teachers program provides funding to K-12 teachers in the South Plains area to purchase classroom materials, equipment, and supplies that fall outside their standard annual school budgets.	Not published	Varies
Connect With A Classroom Grants Education Foundation of Collier County Inc · Foundation Rolling · $20 – $2K An online grant portal that enables Collier County teachers to post funding requests for innovative classroom projects, and allows community members to sponsor/fund specific teacher requests.	Rolling	$20 – $2K
James C. Kapteyn Endowment Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K The James C. Kapteyn Endowment Fund, established in 2009, honors the legacy of dedicated educator Jamie Kapteyn.	Not published	Up to $13K
Alfred F. Delchamps Sr. Memorial Fund Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Alfred F. Delchamps Sr. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 30 Apr 2026.	Not published	Varies
NSHSS-DECA Chapter Advisor Leadership Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The NSHSS-DECA Chapter Advisor Leadership Grant recognizes outstanding DECA advisors dedicated to student success.	Not published	$1K
YCF Educator Mini-Grants Your Community Foundation of North Central WV Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The YCF Educator Mini-Grants program provides funding up to $750 to enhance learning experiences for PK-12 educators in Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, and Taylor Counties.	Not published	Up to $750
Classroom Grants Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $230K Classroom Grants have been a staple of Berkeley public school classrooms since 1984. The program provides funding for innovative and creative classroom projects initiated by teachers.	Not published	Up to $230K
Partnership For Caring Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Maine Education Association's Partnership for Caring program provides crucial support for local affiliates facing unexpected expenses.	Not published	Up to $2K
Alabama Power Foundation: Field Trip Grants Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Alabama Power Foundation offers Field Trip Grants aimed at enhancing educational experiences for K-12 students. These grants support trips to historical sites, museums, and nature preserves, fostering curiosity and engagement.	Not published	Up to $3K
Louise Lightner Jamison Teacher Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Louise Lightner Jamison Teacher Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supports high school seniors from Prince William County, particularly those in Haymarket and Gainesville, pursuing…	Not published	Up to $2K
Title II, Part A - NCLB: Preparing, Training and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To increase the academic achievement of all students by helping schools and school systems improve teacher and principal quality.	Not published	Varies
Grants to Schools New Rochelle Fund for Educational · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Fund's hallmark Grants to Schools can supplement funding for enrichment that might not otherwise happen or help launch an innovative new idea.	Rolling	Varies
Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 The Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship, established by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers two scholarships of $700 each for students pursuing a teaching career.	Not published	Up to $700
LCBP: Educator Mini-grants Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Lake Champlain Basin Program offers Educator Mini-grants to support educators in acquiring materials for teaching about Lake Champlain Watershed issues.	Not published	Up to $1K
AccessCSforAll: Making High School Computer Science Accessible Computer Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A researcher-practitioner partnership (RPP) focused on making high school computer science accessible to students with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
WMU College of Education and Human Development (CEHD): Marion I. Hall Endowment Scholarship Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marion I. Hall Endowment Scholarship supports students at Western Michigan University College of Education and Human Development.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Grant Aransas Pass ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grant funds support educational needs of students through opportunities that enrich their educational experience beyond the day-to-day classroom.	Rolling	Varies
Lynn & Joan Carmichael STFM Recognition Award Grant Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Founded in 1967, the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) is a national community of academic leaders committed to developing an accomplished family medicine workforce, prepared to…	Not published	Varies

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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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