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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Hays CISD Education Foundation · June 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Big and Bold Grant Overview: Funds big and bold ideas that foster creative teaching and learning approaches that promote educational excellence in Hays CISD. Educational needs go beyond grants for…

APPLETON EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Big Idea Grants Organization: Appleton Education Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Appleton Area School District, Wisconsin Overview Big Idea Grants are a specific grant program offered by the…

MISSISSIPPI PARK CONNECTION · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Big River Teacher Award Overview: An annual award recognizing outstanding achievement and innovation by Minnesota K-12 educators who participate in and extend the Mississippi National River and…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bill and Barbara Berrier Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Bill and Barbara Berrier…

CONVOY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bill and Eula Jerome Scholarship Amount: $1,000 Geographic Scope: Crestview students Focus Areas: Education Eligibility: - Pursuing 4-year degree as an Education Major - GPA/Rank important but not…

SOCIETY OF HEALTH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Society of Health and Physical Educators SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the…

CACHE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bill Lindauer Award Purpose: Provide a new teacher with the opportunity to enhance his or her classroom environment in a way that will engage students and foster their excitement about learning.…

North Dakota United Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bill Oban Special Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota United Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Bill Oban Special Education Scholarship, offered by the…

Up to US $1,000
NATIONAL ANTI-VIVISECTION SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

BioLEAP Classroom Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Anti Vivisection Society Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The BioLEAP Classroom Grant, funded by the National…

NATIONAL ANTI-VIVISECTION SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

BioLEAP Classroom Grants Overview: A grant program designed to help educators modernize science classrooms by replacing animal dissection with ethical, non-animal teaching alternatives. NAVS provides…

$500,000 (total for cohort)
CENTER FOR BLACK EDUCATOR DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Black Teacher Pipeline Grant Funder: Center for Black Educator Development (CBED) Status: Active - 2026 applications open Geographic Scope: Nationally competitive, focused in cities that partner with…

Blackwell Public School Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Blackwell Public School Foundation Educational Grants Organization: Blackwell Public School Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Blackwell Public Schools, Blackwell, Oklahoma Purpose: To provide grants…

BLAZE CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION · January 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Blaze Foundation Teacher Grant Overview: The Blaze Credit Union Foundation Teacher Grant Program empowers educators within the community by funding innovative and impactful educational projects…

BLAZE CREDIT UNION · January 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Blaze Foundation Teacher Grant The Blaze Credit Union Foundation Teacher Grant Program empowers educators within Minnesota communities by funding innovative and impactful educational projects focused…

THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Blind Educator of the Year Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Federation Of The Blind Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships and Awards The National…

RUDYS KIDS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Block Shot Grants Funder: Rudy's Kids Foundation Program Description: A program honoring teachers and students who go above and beyond in their classrooms and communities, inspiring others through…

NASHVILLE PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Blue Ribbon Teacher Award Funder: Nashville Public Education Foundation, in partnership with Metro Nashville Public Schools and Nashville's Agenda Steering Committee Geographic Scope:…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bob and Lanna Hatton Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Bob and Lanna Hatton Scholarship, offered by the Amarillo Area…

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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