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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
PUBLIC EDUCATION PARTNERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PEP UP! Your Practice Professional Learning Grants Funder: Public Education Partners (PEP) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools (GCS) and surrounding area in South Carolina Overview: PEP is…

Pets in the Classroom · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pets in the Classroom Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pets in the Classroom Amount: Up to US $50 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Pets in the Classroom Grant Program provides financial…

PLEASANTVILLE FUND FOR LEARNING · April 21, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

PFFL Grants Funder: Pleasantville Fund for Learning (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Pleasantville School District Eligible Applicants: Teachers and high school students Mission: To encourage innovation,…

WESTFIELD ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Philhower Fellowship Funder: Rotary Club of Westfield Foundation (NJ, US) Award Amount: $500 stipend Eligibility: - Elementary school teachers - Recognition for outstanding teaching at elementary…

Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Philip D. Raso Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nurses Educational Funds Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Philip D. Raso Scholarship, established in 2016 by the Ann G. & James B.…

Less than $100 to over $1,000
PENN-HARRIS-MADISON EDUCATIONAL · October 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

PHMEF Classroom Grants Funder: Penn-Harris-Madison Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Penn-Harris-Madison School District, Indiana (15 schools) Overview: The P-H-M Education Foundation is…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Phyllis Utterback Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Howard County Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Phyllis Utterback Scholarship, offered…

Thousands of dollars awarded annually
Pikeland Public Schools Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pikeland Public Schools Foundation Classroom Grants Funder: Pikeland Public Schools Foundation (IL, US) Geographic Scope: Pikeland School District #10, Illinois Eligible Applicants: Teachers in…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pittsfield Education Enrichment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Pittsfield…

INSTITUTE FOR OPERATIONS RESEARCH AND · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Prize for the Teaching of OR/MS Practice Purpose: Given annually to a university or college teacher for excellence in teaching the practice of OR/MS. Recognizes teachers who have succeeded in helping…

SOMERS EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Professional Development Grant Funder: Somers Education Foundation Inc (CT, US) Geographic Scope: Somers, Connecticut - available to teachers and administrators in Somers elementary, middle and high…

Up to $1,500 (individuals) or $3,000 (groups)
Dare Education Foundation · November 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Professional Development Grants Purpose: To provide funding for professional development opportunities not fully funded by Dare County Schools. Geographic Scope: Dare County Schools (NC, US) Eligible…

JEWISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Professional Development Grants for Educators Overview: Grant program for professional development of educators in the Greater New Haven Jewish community. Geographic Scope: Greater New Haven,…

Up to $2,500 per school per year
CHAPEL HILL-CARRBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Professional Development Impact Grant Purpose: To fund professional development opportunities that improve teacher effectiveness. Eligibility: - Only CHCCS school principals may request funds - CHCCS…

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.

Ready to apply for these grants?

  • Assess your eligibility for this grant
  • Draft a tailored application narrative
  • Track the deadline and get reminders
  • Find similar grants from other funders