Grants for Teachers

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,273 active grants for teachers in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 690 list an award amount, with a median of $2,000.

Grants tracked: 1,273; from 754 funders
Median award: $2,000; middle half $1,000–$5,000
Total listed funding: $30.3M; across 690 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 43; 95 with a published date

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MEF Classroom Grant Madison Education Foundation (MEF) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The MEF Classroom Grant, provided by the Madison Education Foundation, aims to enhance educational experiences for students in Madison School District #321.	Not published	Up to $1K
College of Education and Human Development (CEHD): P. Joann Womble Dehring Memorial Education Endowed Scholarship Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Varies The P. Joann Womble Dehring Memorial Education Endowed Scholarship supports full-time undergraduate and graduate students at Western Michigan University’s College of Education and Human Development.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Mini-Grants (EmpowerEd Mini-Grants) The Education Alliance-Business and Community for Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Fund innovative classroom ideas and connect educators through Table Talk gatherings	Not published	$3K
Stephen D. Davis Award for Scholarly Achievement Pepperdine University · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors Pepperdine faculty displaying outstanding leadership and achievement in the generation of original scholarly and creative work.	Not published	Varies
Delton Kellogg Education Foundation (DKEF) Barry Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delton Kellogg Education Fund was founded in 2014 to support the educational activities of the students and teachers of the Delton Kellogg Area School District.	Not published	Varies
Stone Lab Scholarships Ottawa County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships that provide an opportunity for local students and teachers to take a summer course at The Ohio State University Stone Lab on Gibraltar Island.	Not published	Varies
Laura Houghteling Memorial Scholarship Grant Harvard University · Foundation Not published · $6K The Laura Houghteling Memorial Scholarship offers $5,500 to students pursuing careers in elementary or secondary education, honoring Laura Houghteling's commitment to public service and education.	Not published	$6K
ACS-Hach Land Grant Undergraduate Scholarship American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ACS-Hach Land Grant Undergraduate Scholarship offers $10,000 annually for up to six years to undergraduate chemistry majors at select institutions who plan to teach high school chemistry.	Not published	Up to $10K
Shelly Clark Dixon Memorial Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Shelly Clark Dixon Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports students pursuing careers in teaching and educational administration.	Not published	$1K
STEM Teach IV Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · $2.4M	Not published	$2.4M
CoServ Academic Project Partner (CAPP) Grants Coserv Charitable Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The CoServ Academic Project Partner (CAPP) program is open to campuses in all 23 school districts CoServ serves in North Texas.	Rolling	Varies
Agricultural Education Preservice Teacher Internship Program Grant Illinois State Board of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Agricultural Education Preservice Teacher Internship Program aims to alleviate educator shortages in Illinois by providing a structured internship experience for preservice agricultural educators.	Not published	Varies
Payroll Deduction Grant Winona Area Public Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 Awards are granted to teachers who will use the money to benefit students by purchasing educational materials, equipment, or items for their classroom that will enrich learning opportunities for their students.	Not published	$250
Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, provides financial assistance to graduates of Kansas high schools, particularly those from Peabody-Burns, Marion, and Lyon County.	Not published	Varies
Paul E. Henkin School Psychology Travel Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Paul E. Henkin School Psychology Travel Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, provides up to $1,500 for student members of APA Division 16.	Not published	$1K
Carteret County Retired School Personnel Scholarship Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Carteret County Retired School Personnel Scholarship Endowment offers scholarships to graduating seniors from Carteret County public high schools with a minimum GPA of 2.5.	Not published	$1K
Adams Cheshire Educational Partnership (ACE) Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Adams Cheshire Educational Partnership (ACE) Grant aims to enhance educational experiences for students and teachers in the Adams-Cheshire Regional School District.	Not published	$500 – $2K
TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program Grant Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program connects TESOL members with experienced leaders for mentorship and professional development.	Not published	$1K
Alma Exley Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Greater New Britain · Foundation Not published · $500 – $30K The Alma Exley Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports junior, senior, or master’s-level students of color enrolled in Connecticut's accredited teacher-preparation programs.	Not published	$500 – $30K
Gary J. and Boyd A. Smith Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gary J. and Boyd A. Smith Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree in Elementary Education.	Not published	Varies
NDU Workplace Innovation Grant North Dakota United Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NDU Workplace Innovation Grant, offered by the North Dakota United Foundation, supports individual members or groups in implementing innovative service delivery improvements in public education and services.	Not published	Varies
McKenna Morgan Memorial Scholarship Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide financial assistance to a Plymouth-Canton Community Schools graduate who plans to be a teacher.	Not published	Varies
Arthur Miller Foundation Fellows Program (NYC) Arthur Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arthur Miller Theater Education Program (Fellows Program) is a comprehensive support initiative for certified public school theater teachers to create sustainable in-school theater programs.	Not published	Varies
Fairview Foundation Mini Grants Fairview Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fairview Foundation Mini Grants support educators in the Fairview School District by funding innovative and collaborative classroom projects.	Not published	Varies

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for teachers award?

Of the 1,273 grants for teachers Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 690 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,000, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $5,000. The largest is $5.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for teachers?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Council of Teachers of (28), Montana State University (17), Society of Health and Physical Educators (15), Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation (11), and Maine Education Association (11). In all, 754 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for teachers due?

Of 1,273 grants listed, 43 accept applications on a rolling basis, 95 have a published upcoming deadline, 401 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 734 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in January–March.

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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