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.

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CORVALLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Staff Resource Grants / Educator Grants Overview: Responding to emerging needs and transformative opportunities. These grants support educators in classroom enrichment and back-to-school preparation.…

Up to $25,000
GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

STAR Teaching Grants Program Description: The Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation awards grants to GCISD educators for classroom materials and school-wide and district-wide initiatives. Each…

WESTFIELD ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Steengrafe Award Funder: Rotary Club of Westfield Foundation (NJ, US) Award Amount: $500 stipend Eligibility: - Non-certificated school staff - Recognition for dedication and commitment Focus: -…

DAVIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Stella Ledbetter Rising Stars Memorial Grants Purpose: Support creative and engaging classroom projects that spark learning and imagination Eligibility: - Teachers and educators in Davie County -…

Indiana Space Grant Consortium · Rolling / Open Foundation

STEM Education Major Teaching Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Space Grant Consortium Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The STEM Education Major Teaching Fellowship provides…

$500 - $5,000
Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance Inc · July 6, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

STEM Funding Center Overview: A one-stop shop for Oklahoma educators and STEM providers seeking flexible microgrants to support STEM learning. These investments help broaden access to and strengthen…

$2,000 - $5,000
AFCEA INTERNATIONAL · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

STEM Grant Funder: Rocky Mountain Chapter of AFCEA International Geographic Scope: El Paso County, Pueblo, and surrounding communities in Colorado Objective: Promote advancement of technology-related…

$2,000 - $5,000
AFCEA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

STEM Grant Funder: Rocky Mountain Chapter of AFCEA Geographic Scope: K-12 teachers in El Paso County, Pueblo, and surrounding communities Purpose: Awards grants to K-12 teachers for STEM programs and…

Mini-grants (specific amount not stated)
WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

STEM Like ME!® Grants for Teachers Funder: Washington State STEM Education Foundation Overview: Mini-grant program providing local teachers with funding to encourage STEM-related programming in their…

$2.4 million (total program funding)
Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

STEM Teach IV Funder: Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) - Indiana STEM Teacher Recruitment Fund Administrator: Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) in partnership with Center of…

PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stephen D. Davis Award for Scholarly Achievement Award Type: Internal faculty recognition award Purpose: Honors Pepperdine faculty displaying outstanding leadership and achievement in the generation…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Steve Brovold Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Steve Brovold Scholarship, offered by the St. Croix…

INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: This is a blind review process, applications must not include any identifying information, including names and institutional affiliations, except in the applicant information…

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

STFM Excellence in Education Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary Overview Society of Teachers of Family Medicine…

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

STFM Innovative Program Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary Overview Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM)…

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

STFM Medical Editing Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview Society of Teachers of Family Medicine…

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

STFM Resident Teacher Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM)…

OTTAWA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stone Lab Scholarships Overview: Scholarships that provide an opportunity for local students and teachers to take a summer course at The Ohio State University Stone Lab on Gibraltar Island. Focus…

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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