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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Association for Women Geoscientists · Rolling / Open Foundation

Outstanding Educator Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association for Women Geoscientists Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Outstanding Educator Award, established in 1988 by the…

Jordan Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Outstanding Educator Awards Overview: Jordan Education Foundation recognizes and honors superior teachers with a track record of improving student achievement, using innovative instructional…

OHIO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION EDUCATION · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Outstanding Industry Educator Award Overview: Honors an educator who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the advancement of the Ohio foodservice industry. Geographic Scope: Ohio Eligibility: -…

CLARKSON UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Outstanding New Teacher Award Description: Award recognizing an outstanding teacher within his or her first four years at Clarkson University. Eligibility: Faculty members at Clarkson University in…

LOUDON COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Outstanding Teacher Award Purpose: Recognition program to honor exemplary teachers for their contributions to education. Geographic Scope: Loudon County and Lenoir City School Systems, Tennessee…

National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Outstanding Teaching Assistant Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Outstanding Teaching Assistant Awards,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ozarks Teacher Corps Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Ozarks Teacher Corps Scholarship,…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Who We Are For 100 years, The Denver Foundation has been building a stronger, thriving Metro Denver, Colorado, and beyond. We’ve received $2.1 billion from generous donors and given $1.6…

Santa Rosa High School Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Panther Project Fund Purpose: A method through which SRHS faculty and staff can request grants for educational projects that support the educational mission of SRHS. Geographic Scope: Santa Rosa High…

Georgia Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paraprofessional to Teacher Reimbursement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Department of Education Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Paraprofessional to Teacher…

MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Partnership For Caring Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Maine Education Association's Partnership for…

SPARK SF PUBLIC SCHOOLS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathway to Teaching Program Overview: An accessible credentialing program for aspiring teachers that addresses barriers to entry by providing tuition support and an accelerated timeline to gaining a…

$25,000 annually (plus initial $75,000 memorial gift)
Monadnock Community Hospital · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Patricia Boyd Nursing Scholarship Overview: This scholarship was established in memory of Patricia Boyd, a beloved MCH employee and community leader, to support MCH employees pursuing nursing…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paul - Olga Paul Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Paul - Olga Paul Scholarship honors…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paul E. Henkin School Psychology Travel Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Paul E. Henkin School…

WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Payroll Deduction Grant Funder: Foundation for Winona Area Public Schools Amount: $250 per grant Recurrence: Annual Geographic Scope: Winona Area Public Schools (Winona, Minnesota) Eligibility:…

PHOENIXVILLE COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Mini grants can only be accessed through a code given by PCHF staff. All organizations must contact the foundation to talk about your mini-grant idea before receiving the…

PUBLIC EDUCATION PARTNERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PEP UP! Your Classroom Microgrants Funder: Public Education Partners (PEP) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools (GCS) and surrounding area in South Carolina Overview: PEP UP! Your Classroom…

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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