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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ASSOCIATION OF FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTSINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Publication Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association of Field Ornithologists Last Updated: September 19, 2024 Summary The Student Publication Awards, presented by the Association of…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Teaching FALL Semester Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Montana State University was founded February 16, 1893,…

THE MCCARTHEY DRESSMAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Teaching Scholarships/Mentoring Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation Amount: US $6,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: Our application is…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship at Montana…

Up to US $750
BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Students First Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: August 16, 2025 Summary The Students First Grant, initiated by the Beckley Area Foundation in…

STUFF THE BUS OF SOUTHERN KENTUCKY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stuff the Bus Foundation Grant Overview: The Stuff the Bus Foundation is accepting grant applications for the 2025-2026 school year to support educators and classrooms in South Central Kentucky. Key…

DANIEL E STUNTZ MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stuntz Mycology Fund: Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Daniel E. Stuntz Memorial Foundation Amount: Up to US $250 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Stuntz Mycology Fund offers Mini Grants…

Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Susan Bowar-Ferres Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nurses Educational Funds Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants MUST have a minimum of two semesters of study…

RANDOLPH COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Susan Helsabeck Scholarship Program Type: Educational scholarship for early childhood educators Description: The Susan Helsabeck Scholarship provides financial support to Early Educators in Randolph…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Susan Yaw Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Susan Yaw Memorial Scholarship, established by…

RYE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Suzanne Lull Outdoor Education Grant Overview: The outdoor education grant, established in 2022, recognizes and honors former principal Suzanne Lull. Background: During her nine years at Rye…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SVCreates: ArtsEdConnect - Arts Experiences Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Creates Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary ArtsEdConnect is a platform connecting…

SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION · April 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Sweet Adelines Music Educator Award Status: Nominations for 2026 are open Overview: Sweet Adelines celebrates the achievements of music educators who have embodied the organization's Guiding…

SWEET GRASS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sweet Grass County Partners in Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sweet Grass Community Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Sweet Grass County Partners in Education provides…

Howard Co Public Schools Education Fndn · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sydney L. Cousin Memorial Scholarship Funder: Bright Minds Foundation (Howard County Public Schools Education Foundation) Purpose: Honor the life and legacy of Dr. Sydney L. Cousin, former HCPSS…

National Science Teachers Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sylvia Shugrue Award for Elementary School Teachers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Science Teachers Association Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Sylvia…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

T-TESS Appraisal Hub Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $2,000,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The T-TESS Appraisal Hub Support project, overseen by…

Elevate 215 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Talent Pipeline Development Status: Active program area Geographic Scope: Philadelphia, PA Focus Areas: Developing a talent pipeline for teachers, leaders, and other school staff across the city…

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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