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.

1,430 grants
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Up to $10,000 per award; up to $75,000 total per year
ACHIEVE TWIN CITIES · January 10, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Minneapolis Educator Leadership Awards (MELA) Creator: John & Denise Graves Foundation in partnership with Educators 4 Excellence Administrator: Achieve Twin Cities Geographic Scope: Minneapolis…

JOHN AND DENISE GRAVES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Education Minnesota · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION LOCAL 241 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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: -…

US $1,525 - US $1,725 in in-kind support
MARYLAND ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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…

MUNSTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · April 15, 2026 · Bimonthly Foundation

Munster Education Foundation Grants Funder: Munster Education Foundation Inc (IN, US) Geographic Scope: Munster Schools (five schools in Munster, Indiana) Overview: The Munster Education Foundation…

California Casualty · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

$10,000 honorarium + matching grant (winner); $1,000 honorarium + matching grant (9 finalists); $500 honorarium + matching grant (15 semifinalists)
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF RECORDING ARTS & · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Music Educator Award Presented by: Recording Academy and Grammy Museum Focus: Recognizes current U.S. music educators who have made significant and lasting contributions to music education and…

$500 - $2,500
Can'd Aid · Rolling / Open Foundation

Music Teacher Grants Overview: Flexible grants that put funding directly into the hands of music teachers to support their unique program needs. Geographic Scope: Nationwide Focus Areas: Music…

$5,000 per teacher
THE CMA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Music Teachers of Excellence Organization: CMA Foundation (philanthropic arm of the Country Music Association) Geographic Scope: United States Program Overview: The Music Teachers of Excellence…

AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nancy Lyman Roelker Mentorship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Nancy Lyman Roelker Mentorship Award,…

NASSAU BOCES EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation Grant Program Geographic Scope: Nassau BOCES (New York, US) Program Description: Grants for Nassau BOCES classroom projects that are innovative, creative, and…

MONTANA FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Board Certification Support Overview: The Montana Professional Teaching Foundation provides support to help teachers navigate the National Board Certification process. National Board…

Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

National Board Certification Support Overview: The SUSD Foundation provides financial assistance to teachers pursuing National Board Certification (NBC). About NBC: National Board Certification is…

Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Board Certified Teachers Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 14,…

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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