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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Judith A. Ingram Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Varies The Judith A. Ingram Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, honors the legacy of Judy Ingram, a dedicated educator who inspired many in elementary education.	Not published	Varies
Educator Diversity (Teachers of Color) Funding Opportunity New Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · $150K – $200K NewSchools announced a cohort of organizations receiving investments to diversify the PreK-12 teaching profession.	Not published	$150K – $200K
Marathon County: Beyond Pencils and Crayons Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The Beyond Pencils and Beyond Crayons Grants are designed for K-12 teachers in Marathon County to promote innovative curriculum projects.	Not published	$250 – $5K
Crop Science Teaching Award Grant Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Crop Science Teaching Award recognizes outstanding classroom teaching in crop science at both undergraduate and graduate levels.	Not published	$2K
Fund for Teachers Fellows Chattanoogahamilton County Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants for self-designed summer fellowships that allow preK-12 teachers to pursue learning experiences they design in response to the needs of their students.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Enrichment Grants Deer Park Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Deer Park Education Foundation awards Teacher Enrichment Grants to assist teachers in doing something special for their students in the classroom.	Not published	Up to $3K
Affiliate Grant – Associate Affiliates National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics offers the Affiliate Grant for Associate Affiliates to enhance mathematics education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Quest for Excellence Mini-Grants Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quest for Excellence mini-grants support the Foundation's and District's goal of increasing student learning and provide annual grants that enhance learning experiences fostering academic development.	Not published	Varies
Action for Equity in History and Civics Grant Equal Opportunity Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Prof. Chan Two-Year College Award for the Engaged Teaching of Biology Grant National Association of Biology Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The Prof. Chan Two-Year College Award for the Engaged Teaching of Biology recognizes outstanding contributions by Two-Year College faculty who develop and implement innovative, inclusive pedagogical approaches.	Not published	Varies
Promoting Innovation in Science and Mathematics ( PRISM Award) Grant Burroughs Wellcome Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Promoting Innovation in Science and Mathematics (PRISM) Award, funded by the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, supports North Carolina K-12 educators by providing up to $3,000 for materials and equipment that enhance STEM education.	Not published	Up to $5K
2025-2026 ESC Statewide Services for Students with Visual Impairments (SSVI) Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $5.5M The 2025-2026 ESC Statewide Services for Students with Visual Impairments (SSVI) program, overseen by the Texas Education Agency, aims to provide essential services and support to school systems for students with visual impairments.	Not published	Up to $5.5M
Ashland County Community Foundation: Teacher Mini-Grants Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Ashland County Community Foundation offers Teacher Mini-Grants to K-12 educators in accredited public and private schools within Ashland County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Priority Participants Enhanced Funding Community Office for Resource Efficiency · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $50K	Rolling	$10K – $50K
Nursing and Funeral Services Scholarships Donate Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Scholarships supporting students in nursing, mortuary science, critical care nursing, and respiratory therapy programs.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Two-Year College Biology Teaching Award Grant National Association of Biology Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies The Two-Year College Biology Teaching Award, sponsored by the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT), recognizes outstanding biology educators in two-year colleges who implement innovative teaching techniques.	Not published	Varies
Teaching Fellows Program James Madison University Real Estate Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
National Board Certified Teachers Scholarship Grant Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The National Board Certified Teachers Scholarship, funded by the Education Minnesota Foundation, aims to support K-12 educators pursuing National Board Certification.	Not published	Up to $1K
Educators Professional Development Scholarship Grant Homer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Educators Professional Development Scholarship, established by the Homer Foundation, supports local public school educators seeking to enhance their skills and obtain continuing education credits.	Not published	Varies
California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program California Federation of Teachers Aft 8004 · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K A state-funded grant program providing financial support to classified school employees and paraeducators to earn four-year degrees and teaching credentials.	Not published	Up to $4K
Read Conmigo Grant Program- Educator Grants The Kemper Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Advancing Dual-Language Education for Bilingual Students The Read Conmigo Educator Grants support educators in dual-language (Spanish-English) programs at public and charter elementary schools.	Not published	$3K
AccessArts Grant Program Thousand Oaks Alliance for the Arts · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $10K Projects MUST meet ALL of the following criteria:	Rolling	$500 – $10K
Mardi Lowry McDonough '87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program State College Area School District Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K A grant program designed to fund teacher innovation and support projects that directly benefit current and future SCASD students.	Not published	Up to $30K
Deloris Barnack Kenner Fund West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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