UPEC Environmental Education Grants Funder: Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition (UPEC) Status: Application window for 2026 round is closed. Next round (2027) will be announced in December 2026.…
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.
USD 484 Fredonia Schools Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Mission The mission of CKCF is…
Utley Scholarship Funder: Pflugerville Education Foundation (PEF) Geographic Scope: Pflugerville ISD, Texas Purpose: Student scholarship awarded annually to deserving graduating seniors from…
Valley Center School District Education Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Valley Center…
VCA: Teaching Artist Roster Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Commission for the Arts Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The VCA Teaching Artist Roster aims to identify and support qualified…
Velma Clark Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award Purpose: Recognize a Maryland K-8 teacher for excellent job in incorporating agriculture into core curriculum. Background: The Velma Clark…
Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vernier Science Education Amount: Approximately US $1,000 in in-kind support Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Vernier…
ViaCU Teacher Grants Purpose: Funding to conduct innovative classroom projects that make creative use of common teaching aids, approach curriculum from an imaginative angle, or tie nontraditional…
Victor J. Ferrari Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Victor J. Ferrari Memorial Scholarship Fund,…
Virgie Robinson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Three Rivers Community Foundation Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The Virgie Robinson Memorial Scholarship, managed by the…
Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund Overview: Small grants to help beginning teachers with their classroom needs and supplies. Geographic Scope: New Haven Unified School District (CA, US) Focus…
Voya Unsung Heroes Awards Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Voya Financial Amount: US $2,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Voya Unsung Heroes Awards Program supports…
Voya Unsung Heroes: 100 educators are selected yearly to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000,…
WAGE$ Salary Supplement Program Funder: Smart Start Partnership for Children Geographic Scope: North Carolina Overview: WAGE$ provides salary supplements twice per year to early childhood educators…
WAS Performing Arts Grants Geographic Scope: Mahtomedi Public Schools licensed staff only Eligibility: - Licensed staff of Mahtomedi Public Schools Focus Areas: - WAS Performing Arts Fund: Providing…
Waterloo Schools Foundation Grant Cycles Mission: Fund, inspire, and promote academic excellence for all in the Waterloo Schools Geographic Scope: Waterloo Community School District (WCSD), Iowa,…
Watertown Teachers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Watertown Inc Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Watertown Teachers Grant, established by…
Waukesha Education Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Waukesha Education Foundation Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The Waukesha Education Foundation Grants aim to enhance educational…
Wayland Public Schools Foundation Grants Program Organization: Wayland Public Schools Foundation Inc (MA, US) Mission: The WPSF provides teachers and administrators with the resources to dream of new…
Wayne Weiten Teaching Excellence Award (2 Year College Award) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for the Teaching of Psychology Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Wayne…
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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