Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,274 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. 691 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,274; from 755 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.4M; across 691 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 96 with a published date

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Jackson Parkhurst Award for Special Achievement North Carolina Symphony Foundation · 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
Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching (K–8) Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching grant, sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aims to enhance K–8 mathematics education through collaborative writing and material development.	Not published	Up to $15K
Jane Burns DeWitt Baumann Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Jane Burns DeWitt Baumann was a life-long resident and educator from Columbus.	Not published	Up to $20K
AIMS Scholars Program AIMS Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Covers 50% of tuition for students enrolled in a Mathematics Education or STEM Master's, or Supplemental Mathematics Education program at Fresno Pacific University. Competitive selection; renews annually up to 30 units.	Rolling	Varies
Opening Gates for Prospective Teachers Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $490 The Opening Gates for Prospective Teachers Grant, established by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aims to honor Dr. James Gates by funding electronic student memberships for prospective mathematics teachers from PreK-12.	Not published	Up to $490
Teacher Education Grants Oak Hills Alumni & Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Bill Lindauer Award Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide a new teacher with the opportunity to enhance his or her classroom environment in a way that will engage students and foster their excitement about learning.	Not published	Varies
Winneconne Area Education Fund Grant Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Winneconne Area Education Fund, established in 1998, aims to enhance educational experiences for students in the Winneconne Community School District.	Not published	Up to $1K
Herb Kohl: Teacher Fellowship Program - Public School Teachers Grant Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K The Herb Kohl Teacher Fellowship Program supports Wisconsin's public school teachers by recognizing their excellence and innovation.	Not published	$6K
Student Teaching FALL Semester Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies Montana State University was founded February 16, 1893, as one of the nation's original land-grant colleges authorized by the landmark Morrill Act of 1862.	Not published	Varies
Children & Family Resource Center Early Childhood Supplement Program Smart Start Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 CFRC provides salary supplements twice per year to early childhood educators with completed coursework.	Not published	$600
Stuntz Mycology Fund Mini Grants Daniel E Stuntz Memorial Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250 The Stuntz Mycology Fund awards Mini Grants to K-12 teachers, other educators and students in the Pacific Northwest, most often to buy supplies for projects related to fungi such as cultivation workshops or school science fairs.	Rolling	Up to $250
Kingman/Norwich Innovative Learning Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 The Kingman/Norwich Innovative Learning Grant supports USD 331 teachers in enhancing innovative learning for the 2025-2026 school year.	Not published	$250
Mini Grant Mesa Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Mini Grant is part of the Mesa Public Schools Foundation's Educator Grants program designed to support innovative projects that benefit students within the Mesa Public Schools district.	Not published	$500
Lifetime Achievement in Teaching Award Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Prestigious award recognizing teachers who have made exceptional lifetime contributions to education and their respective fields.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Impact Grants Foundation for Orange County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $15K Grants that fund school science projects and beyond, supporting classroom projects in STEM, visual and performing arts, and other educational initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $15K
NSHSS Higher Education Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The NSHSS Higher Education Grant, offered by the National Society of High School Scholars, provides two $2,500 awards to registered educators aiming to enhance their professional development through university courses in the upcoming…	Not published	$3K
Wilkerson Teacher Education Scholarship Caring Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Assist adults affiliated with Rock Creek Schools who wish to further their education as teachers, counselors, and administrators.	Not published	$1K
Tippecanoe Educational Endowment Fund Grant The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Tippecanoe Educational Endowment Fund Grant supports Tipp City Schools by providing funding for enrichment programs aimed at enhancing academic excellence, fine arts, and general activities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Barbara A. Cooley Master’s Scholarship Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies Society of Health and Physical Educators SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Optimum Innovative Teaching Grant The Rockland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rockland Community Foundation, in partnership with Optimum, provides grants to teachers in Rockland County schools for teaching tools and resources that will provide their students with immersive learning experiences throughout the…	Not published	Varies
Fitzgerald Innovation Award (FIA) Bradley Cleveland Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K To empower and inspire teachers and administrators to pursue and implement significant positive change through strategic innovative instruction. Created in 2019 by Dr. Rodney and Margo Fitzgerald, funded by the Fitzgerald Family Foundation.	Not published	$15K
Harlan & Emma Jane Peterson Memorial Scholarship Grant Hamilton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harlan & Emma Jane Peterson Memorial Scholarship supports graduating seniors or alumni from specific Hamilton County high schools pursuing a full-time four-year college degree. Preference is given to those studying education.	Not published	Varies
Student Publication Awards Grant Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Student Publication Awards, presented by the Association of Field Ornithologists, recognize the best paper published by a student in the Journal of Field Ornithology.	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 1,274 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 691 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, 755 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,274 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 96 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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