Grants for Teachers

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 1,355 active grants for teachers in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and 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.

1,355 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for teachers are open right now?

$200 per teacher (distributed via random drawing)
NORTH EAST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NEEF New Teacher Supply Grants Overview: The North East Educational Foundation awards teacher supply grants to new teachers joining NEISD to help them start the school year with needed classroom…

NORTHVILLE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · October 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

NEF Grants - General Education & Student Grants Funder: Northville Educational Foundation (NEF) Geographic Scope: Northville Public Schools district, Michigan Program Description: Competitive grant…

LAFOURCHE EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Teacher Grant Program Overview: The Lafourche Education Foundation New Teacher Grant Program supports first-year teachers in Lafourche Parish by providing funds to stock and replenish essential…

$300 (Step 1), $200 (Step 2-5), $100 (Step 6+)
THE PARTNERSHIP PLAN FOR STILLWATER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Teacher Grants Overview: The Partnership Plan proudly supports new Stillwater Area Public Schools educators with automatic grants based on the step they enter the district at. Geographic Scope:…

San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Teacher Grants Funder: San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc (SAISD Foundation) Geographic Scope: San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), Texas Focus Areas: Classroom…

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL PTSA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Newport High School PTSA Teacher Grants Funder: Newport High School PTSA Geographic Scope: Newport High School, Bellevue, Washington Purpose: Support teaching staff by evaluating requests for…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Newton USD 373 Academic Enhancement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $4,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Newton USD 373 Academic…

$7,500 annually (up to $30,000 total)
Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship Funder: Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) Program Status: Active (third cohort awarded in 2019-20) Geographic Scope: Indiana (statewide)…

INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nila Banton Smith Teacher as Researcher Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Literacy Association Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Nila Banton Smith Teacher as…

New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJAHPERD- Jacqueline E. Malaska Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD) Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August…

BRANCH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branch County Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Nola and…

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

North Carolina Symphony Musicians Award Funder: North Carolina Symphony Society Inc Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for emerging music educators Background This award…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

North Carolina Symphony Musicians Award Funder: North Carolina Symphony Foundation Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for emerging music educators Eligibility - Music…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA CO · October 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Northwestern Bank School Mini-Grants Overview: Northwestern Bank awards mini-grants to Chippewa County educators to fund innovative learning and motivational activities or service learning projects…

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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