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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Burbank Arts & Education Foundation Grant Program Burbank Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Twice each year (Spring and Fall), the Burbank Arts & Education Foundation (BAEF) awards grants to Burbank Unified School District TK-12 public-school teachers, staff, and administrators to fund classroom projects and programs in arts…	Not published	Up to $5K
Seymoure, Fred and Mildred (Young) Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $751 The Seymoure, Fred and Mildred (Young) Memorial Scholarship Fund offers a $500 scholarship to a Central Noble High School senior or graduate, or a resident of the Albion area pursuing a BS or MS in education.	Not published	$751
Learning Innovation Grants The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
Grants to Educators Littleton Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K The LPS Foundation's Grants to Educators program supports teachers and staff in Littleton Public Schools by funding educator grants that inspire creativity in the classroom and enhance educational experiences for students.	Not published	$300 – $5K
MBCA Direct Teach Grant for Creative Independent Programs Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide grants to teachers funding innovative and creative programs in schools at any institutional level.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship for Math and English Educators Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Scholarship for Math and English Educators is offered by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. It supports students studying education, with priority for those teaching English or math.	Not published	$2K
Classroom Teaching Grants Mu Alpha Theta Natl High School & Two-Year College Mathematics Honor · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Mu Alpha Theta Educational Foundation provides classroom teaching grants to support former members who are in their early years of teaching mathematics. These grants fund classroom materials and professional organization memberships.	Not published	Up to $2K
Inez Peppers Lovett and Charlie Ellington Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships support aspiring college students who hold the promise of tomorrow’s progress. Together, our competitive grants and scholarships help our region rise thanks to the vision and generosity of our donors.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Margaret Y. Oda Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Margaret Y. Oda Scholarship Fund, established in 2019, aims to assist students majoring in education. Applicants must be residents of Hawaii, demonstrate financial need, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Teaching Initiative Professional Development Grants Belmont Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FBE is committed to supporting teachers and staff with ongoing professional development.	Not published	Varies
Mary Margaret Moffett Memorial Teaching Excellence Award (High School) Grant Society for the Teaching of Psychology · Foundation Not published · $2K The Mary Margaret Moffett Memorial Teaching Excellence Award, presented by the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, honors exceptional high school educators in psychology.	Not published	$2K
Eugene Asher Distinguished Teaching Award Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Eugene Asher Distinguished Teaching Award, established in 1986, honors exceptional teaching and advocacy for history education across various academic institutions.	Not published	$1K
Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Early Childhood Education Scholarship Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Early Childhood Education Scholarship, established in 2018 by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, aims to enhance the number of qualified public school teachers on Oahu's Leeward coast.	Not published	Varies
Adopt-A-Grant Friendswood ISD Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50 – $8K Grants for innovative tools and resources that transform learning in classrooms.	Not published	$50 – $8K
Jackson Parkhurst Award for Special Achievement North Carolina Symphony Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Named for the Symphony's former director of education in recognition of his longstanding service and commitment to young people in the state of North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
DonorsChoose Matching Funds Zionsville Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250 Through a generous grant from the Community Foundation of Boone County, ZEF provides matching funds to ZCS educators raising funds for an educational project through DonorsChoose.org.	Rolling	Up to $250
Ingebord Crede Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships support aspiring college students who hold the promise of tomorrow’s progress. Together, our competitive grants and scholarships help our region rise thanks to the vision and generosity of our donors.	Not published	Varies
BioLEAP Classroom Grants National Anti-Vivisection Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K A grant program designed to help educators modernize science classrooms by replacing animal dissection with ethical, non-animal teaching alternatives. NAVS provides funding to support the adoption of humane science tools and methods.	Not published	Up to $1K
Judi Cassell Teaching Artist Fellowship in Visual Arts Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the legacy of Judi Cassell, an accomplished animation artist and mentor. The award recognizes exceptional visual arts teaching artists.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Grants (Taos Public Education Fund - TPEF) The Taos Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K Annual grant program supporting teachers in local school districts with funding for classroom projects, materials, and educational initiatives.	Not published	$15K
Service One- Teacher Grants Service One Credit Union Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 Service One Credit Union offers a Teacher Grant program providing 12 grants of $250 each for K-12 teachers who are members or family members of members.	Not published	$250
Educator Support Fund Houston Independent School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Educators and teachers specifically benefit from knowing a community is rallying behind them to achieve great things for students. The ESF funds a variety of initiatives that aim to attract, grow and retain teachers in HISD.	Not published	Varies
KEF: Proven Practices Grant Kennett Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The KEF: Proven Practices Grant aims to enhance K-12 education by funding innovative projects that are not covered by school budgets. Grants up to $4,000 support effective practices that have shown success.	Not published	Up to $12K
Spotlight Fund Grants - Racial Equity in Schools Adopt-A-Classroom Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Spotlight Fund Grants aim to enhance racial equity in K-12 education by providing flexible funding to BIPOC educators.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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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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