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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POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Workforce Readiness Ignite Grants Program Type: Classroom grant program for PSD educators Overview: Each school year the PSD Foundation provides funding for vital access to educational and…

THE WEST VIRGINIA HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

WV Humanities Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Virginia Humanities Council Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The WV Humanities Fellowship, offered by the West…

THE WEST VIRGINIA HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

WV Humanities Teachers Institutes Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Virginia Humanities Council Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The WV Humanities Teachers Institutes…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF Educator Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The YCF Educator Mini-Grants…

THE NORTHERN CINCINNAI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview You Could Teach Scholarship You Could Teach is a scholarship fund for 'Career Changers' who want to become certified teachers for any grade K-12 in any public or private school setting. The…

Up to $1,000
Logan City School District · Rolling / Open · Monthly Foundation

Young Honda Grant Funder: Young Honda (Community Partner) Overview: Valued community partner Young Honda makes monthly donations to provide grants for teachers in the Logan City School District.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF LORAIN COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Fund: Service-Learning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Lorain County Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Youth Fund: Service-Learning Grants offer financial…

Zonta Club of Newport Harbor Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: We request that all grant recipients be represented at the Annual Grants Dinner to be recognized and share with Zonta club members information about the organization and the project._…

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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