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 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.

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National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS Advanced Placement (AP) Educator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Advanced…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS Conference Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Conference Grant, provided by…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS Experiential Learning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Experiential Learning…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS Higher Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Higher Education Grant,…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The NSHSS…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS STEAM Educator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The NSHSS STEAM Educator Grant offers…

National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NSHSS-DECA Chapter Advisor Leadership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The NSHSS-DECA…

Logan City School District · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nucor Grant Funder: Nucor (Community Partner) Overview: Nucor offers grants to teachers in the Logan City School District on a yearly basis. Eligible Applicants: Teachers in the Logan City School…

Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nurses Educational Funds, Inc. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nurses Educational Funds Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Nurses Educational Funds, Inc. Scholarship supports…

$25,280 (2022 award to colleges); ~$50,000 (2022 for nursing/respiratory therapy programs)
DONATE LIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nursing and Funeral Services Scholarships Funder: Mid-America Transplant Foundation Overview Scholarships supporting students in nursing, mortuary science, critical care nursing, and respiratory…

OWEN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

OCCF: Teacher Mini-Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Owen County Community Foundation Amount: US $50 - US $300 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The OCCF Teacher Mini-Grants Program,…

BEAVERTON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

OEA Foundation Grants Funder: OEA Foundation Overview: Established in 1995, the OEA Foundation provides educators with grants to help students meet basic, urgent and immediate needs. Award Amount: Up…

Up to $250 - $750 per year
OKLAHOMA EDUCATORS CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

OECU Teacher Grant Program Overview: Since 2001, Oklahoma Educators Credit Union (OECU) has supported Oklahoma educators through the Teacher Grant Program, funding educator-created classroom…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Okada-Seyfer Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary Overview About The EGRSF The Elk Grove…

OKLAHOMA FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Oklahoma Medal for Excellence Award Program Overview: Recognizes and honors innovative public school educators for excellence in teaching and educational leadership. Geographic Scope: - Oklahoma…

MAHTOMEDI AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Oliver's Fund Grants Geographic Scope: Mahtomedi Public Schools staff only Eligibility: - Licensed staff of Mahtomedi Public Schools Focus Areas: - Increase awareness of the critical issues of youth…

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Opening Gates for Prospective Teachers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $490 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Opening Gates for…

SOUTH PLAINS ELECTRIC TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Operation Round Up Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: South Plains Electric Cooperative through Operation Round Up program Amount: $500 per grant Geographic Scope: Service area of South Plains Electric…

Up to $2,000
OLYMPIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · August 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Grants Purpose: Allow educators to enhance student learning, close opportunity gaps, and meet needs that the District, individual school buildings, and/or school organizations cannot.…

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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