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 US $1,000
City of Tempe · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts in Schools Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Tempe Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: July 09, 2025 Summary The Arts in Schools Grants provided by the City of Tempe support Visual and…

Up to US $1,600
Kentucky Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Miles Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Arts Council Amount: Up to US $1,600 Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The Arts Miles Program Grant, offered by the Kentucky Arts…

BELLEVUE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts, Enrichment & Innovation Grants Overview: Bellevue Schools Foundation offers school-based grants to teachers and staff to enhance the education experience for their students and provide…

Alaska State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASCA: Artists in Schools Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska State Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025 Summary The ASCA: Artists in Schools Grants aim to enhance…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ashland County Community Foundation: Teacher Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Ashland County…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ashley Bryan Arts and Humanities Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Ashley Bryan…

Conference on College Composition and Communication · Rolling / Open Foundation

Assistance Fund for Contingent Faculty Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Conference on College Composition and Communication Amount: US $750 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Assistance…

Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

ASTEF Project Stipends Overview: ASTEF provides stipends to DKG chapters, coordinating councils, areas, and individual members in Texas for projects that support the professional and personal growth…

ASTEGOS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Astegos Grant Program Overview: Astegos.org was founded to fill gaps in services available in the community. In 2023, the organization provided more than $50,000 worth of grants to eligible…

American Society for Theatre Research · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASTR Jessica Berson Dance Research Assistance Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society for Theatre Research Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The ASTR Jessica…

American Society for Theatre Research · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASTR Teacher-Researchers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society for Theatre Research Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The ASTR Teacher-Researchers Grant supports…

PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Award for Excellence in Leadership Award Type: Internal faculty recognition award for women Purpose: Honors a woman whose academic leadership has made a significant contribution to her profession.…

MONTANA FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence Overview: The NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes, rewards, and promotes both excellence in teaching and advocacy for the profession.…

MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Award for Teaching Excellence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Award for Teaching Excellence, presented by the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

AWS Foundation Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Greater Fort Wayne Inc Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The AWS Foundation Scholarship Fund, managed by the…

Arizona Game and Fish Department · Rolling / Open Foundation

AZ Heritage K-12 Small Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Game and Fish Department Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The AZ Heritage K-12 Small Grant Program,…

BAY AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BACF: Education Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bay Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The BACF Education Mini Grants provide Bay and Arenac…

ANGLETON ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Back to School Grant Awards Overview: Grant program that funds educational projects timed for the back-to-school season. Geographic Scope: Angleton Independent School District, Texas, US Focus Areas:…

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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