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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HOUSTON ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL LANDMEN · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Excellence Awards Overview: The Houston Association of Professional Landmen Tribute to Education awards recognizes teachers in the Houston Area who have gone above and beyond in their…

$250 cash plus $100 classroom supplies gift card
TUCSON VALUES TEACHERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Excellence Awards Overview: The Teacher Excellence Awards celebrate exceptional educators. This teacher recognition program, in partnership with Helios Education Foundation, highlights the…

Dallas County Local Workforce Development Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher Externship Program Overview: An innovative initiative supported by grant funding from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) designed to enhance Career and Technical Education (CTE) in middle…

Up to $500
Great Lakes Bay Manufacturers' · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Teacher Grant Funder: Great Lakes Bay Manufacturers' Association (GLBMA) Purpose: Provide funding for educational projects that align with GLBMA's mission to educate local youth about manufacturing…

ARANSAS PASS ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Teacher Grant Funder: Aransas Pass ISD Education Foundation (TX, US) Geographic Scope: Aransas Pass ISD, Texas Eligibility: Teachers and educators in Aransas Pass ISD Purpose: Grant funds support…

$1,000 - $2,000
Walnut Creek Education Foundation K-12 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grant Program Overview: The WCEF Teacher Grant Program supports teacher innovation and student exploration through funding for innovative projects that enhance and support 21st century…

AZURA CREDIT UNION · November 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Teacher Grant Program Funder: Azura Credit Union Award Amount: Up to $300 per grant Geographic Scope: Classrooms in Northeast Kansas (Azura service area) Program Focus: Providing financial support to…

TRAVIS CREDIT UNION · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grant Program Organization: Travis Credit Union Purpose: The Travis Credit Union Teacher Grant Program was created to help educators bring innovative ideas to life in the classroom by…

Utica Community Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grant Program Funder: Utica Community Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence Geographic Scope: Utica Community Schools District, Michigan, US Purpose: The Foundation encourages and…

Adams 14 Education Foundation · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Vision: Every teacher in Adams 14 School District has access to financial resources to innovate education in their classrooms. Description: The Adams 14 Education Foundation partners…

MARFA EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Organization: Marfa Education Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Marfa Independent School District, Marfa, TX Overview: The Marfa Education Foundation makes grants available to all…

$325,000 total (2025-26 cycle); historically ~$200,000+ annually
PASADENA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PEF Teacher Grants Overview: PEF Teacher Grants help inspirational teachers in every PUSD school enhance the classroom experience for their students. Grants are provided directly to educators and…

IRVINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION · February 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Funder: Irvington Education Foundation (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Irvington school district Purpose: The Irvington Education Foundation invites Irvington teachers and administrators to…

RENTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Overview: Supports innovation in the classroom by providing direct grants to teachers and support staff for use in classrooms to support student learning. Background - Launched:…

Up to $1,000 per grant (50 grants available, $50,000 total)
EUCLID SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · August 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Funder: Euclid Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Euclid, Ohio school district Focus Areas: Educational equipment, materials, classroom supplies, educational projects, classroom…

ISSAQUAH SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Program Type: Annual grant awards for teachers and schools Geographic Scope: Issaquah School District (WA), all 27 schools Overview: Bringing innovation to classrooms has been a core…

BEATRICE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Purpose: To award teachers funds to try innovative ideas with their classes Geographic Scope: Beatrice School District, Nebraska Award Amount: $6,000 annually Focus Areas: Innovative…

CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher Grants Note: The website mentions "Teacher Grants" as a section in navigation but detailed information about specific teacher grant programs is not included in the provided content. The page…

Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Teacher Grants Overview: Teacher Grants help educators bring creative ideas to life in their classrooms. Through community support, the Foundation provides funding for projects that enrich learning…

Average $2,700
Sherwood Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Geographic Scope: Sherwood School District, Oregon Program Description: The primary program of the Sherwood Education Foundation. For over 20 years, SEF has provided teacher grants to…

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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