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
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PROSPER EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Funder: Prosper Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Prosper ISD, Texas, USA Purpose: Grant opportunity for innovative classroom projects and educational initiatives Overview The…

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON EDU DEV FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants - Jump Start 2026 Organization: Westfield Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Westfield Washington Schools, Westfield, Indiana Status: Application closed as of 2026-04-03.…

Varies (examples: $798 - $26,069)
EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher Grants Organization: Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Tahoe Truckee Unified School District (TTUSD), California Focus Areas: - STEAM/STEM education…

MIAMI PUBLIC SCHOOLS ENRICHMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Overview: MPS site-grants fund projects, equipment, and experiences above and beyond normal resources. These provide meaningful moments of learning and an enhanced environment where…

Variable (over $15,000 awarded to 40 teachers in 2019 cycle)
THE TAOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants - Taos Public Education Fund (TPEF) Funder: Taos Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Taos public schools (8 local schools participate) Overview: Annual grant program supporting…

THE FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION IN · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Teacher Grants for Innovation Funder: The Georgia Foundation for Public Education (GFPE), through the Georgia Teachers Initiative Award Amount: $500 - $2,500 Geographic Scope: Georgia public schools…

Georgia Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher Grants for Innovation (GA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Department of Education Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Teacher Grants for Innovation…

Up to US $50,000
CHS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher grants Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CHS Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The CHS Foundation is dedicated to enhancing agricultural education through…

MAMARONECK SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Program Funder: Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Mamaroneck Union Free School District, New York Focus Areas: - Classroom environment improvements -…

TEXAS MASONIC CHARITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Honorarium Grant Status: Applications for 2026 are now closed Deadline: March 31, 2026 Geographic Scope: Texas Purpose: Provide honorariums to recognize and support educators Application…

$500 - $15,000
FOUNDATION FOR ORANGE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Impact Grants Overview: Grants that fund school science projects and beyond, supporting classroom projects in STEM, visual and performing arts, and other educational initiatives. The…

Varies; $350-$439.95 in 2013 awards
UNITY FOUNDATION OF LA PORTE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Innovation Fund Overview: Grants to support innovative teaching projects and classroom initiatives for teachers and professionals at Michigan City High School and La Porte County Career and…

Newburyport Education Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teacher Innovation Grant Funder: Newburyport Education Foundation Inc (NEF) Geographic Scope: Newburyport, Massachusetts Mission: The Newburyport Education Foundation generates financial resources…

CMS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Innovation Grants Status: Active (previous cycles completed; current status under Innovation Center) Geographic Scope: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), North Carolina Focus Areas: -…

DECATUR EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · September 19, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Innovation Grants (TIGs) Geographic Scope: City Schools of Decatur (GA) Program Description: Fund learning projects, pilot programs, and fresh approaches that go beyond the standard…

$10,000 (for team grants)
CLEAR CREEK EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Innovative Grant Funder: Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) Geographic Scope: Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD), Texas Overview: Grants designed to support innovative,…

Lake of the Woods Lions Club Foundation Inc · October 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Innovative Grants (TIG) Funder: Lake of the Woods Lions Club Geographic Scope: Orange County, Virginia Program Description: The LOW Lions provide grants to support special projects that…

ST PAUL FEDERATION OF EDUCATORS · September 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Leaders Program Overview: The Teacher Leaders Program (TLP) brings together a select group of educators throughout the school year to learn how to take active leadership roles in their…

The Go Green Initiative Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Mini Grants Funder: Go Green Initiative in collaboration with Pleasanton Unified School District Geographic Scope: Pleasanton Unified School District (California) Program Status: Active…

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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