Teacher Mini-Grants Overview: McMinnville Education Foundation (MEF) provides mini-grants to McMinnville School District (MSD) staff to enrich classrooms, grade level teams, and whole schools by…
Grants for Teachers
Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,355 active grants for teachers in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
What grants for teachers are open right now?
Teacher Mini-Grants Overview: PCEF provides grant funding to PASD teachers for innovative learning opportunities in their classrooms. Geographic Scope: Phoenixville Area School District, Pennsylvania…
Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF) and Ashland City Schools Foundation (ACSF) Geographic Scope: Ashland County, Ohio Eligibility: - K-12 teachers from any school…
Teacher Mini-Grants Organization: PSJA Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD), Texas Mission: Support creative classroom initiatives and…
Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: Community Foundation for Oceana County Geographic Scope: Oceana County, Michigan Purpose: Support for teacher-initiated educational projects Status: Program mentioned on…
Teacher Mini-Grants (Ashland County Community Foundation) Overview: The Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF) also offers Teacher Mini-Grants to educators in the L-P School District. Key…
Teacher Mini-Grants (EmpowerEd Mini-Grants) Funder: The Education Alliance with support from the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Geographic Scope: Clay and Fayette counties, West Virginia Purpose:…
Teacher Mini-Grants Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Teacher Mini-Grants Fund offers grants up to $500…
Teacher Mini-Grants Program Funder: Rhode Island Education Collective Overview: Awards mini-grants to K–12 public school teachers across Rhode Island, supporting impactful classroom projects ranging…
Teacher of the Month Program Overview: Monthly recognition and award program celebrating outstanding educators in Westerville City Schools. Sponsor: Education First Credit Union Geographic Scope:…
VFW Teacher of the Year Award Program Overview: The Texas Department VFW's Teacher of the Year Award honors exceptional educators who inspire students with lessons on veteran sacrifices, national…
Teacher of the Year Award Overview: Recognition for a teacher in the Rocky Mountain Section area that exhibits excellence in teaching earth science and the understanding of earth's resources. Award…
Teacher Pipeline Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patterson Family Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Teacher Pipeline grant by the Patterson Family…
Overview Teacher Preparation By 2035, the percentage of certified K-12 teachers in Philadelphia will increase and the racial/ethnic makeup of the city's teaching workforce will be more reflective of…
Teacher Professional Development Grant (9-12) Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Teacher…
Overview Mission Statement The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student. Teacher Professional Development…
Teacher Professional Development Grants (6-8) Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Teacher…
Teacher Quality and Retention Program-Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Education Amount: Up to US $375,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Teacher Quality…
Teacher Scholarship Funder: San Diego Education Fund (CA, US) Status: 2026 application period open (closes March 27, 2026) Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California; recipients must teach in San…
Teacher Scholarship Opportunity Geographic Scope: Schools served by West River Electric, South Dakota Eligibility: - Teachers at schools served by West River Electric Funding Purpose: - 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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