Grants for Education in Tennessee
Last updated October 6, 2026
There are 4 active grants for education tagged to Tennessee, part of 15,316 active grants for education listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) Grant Secretary of State Library Grants · State Not published · Up to $2M Grant opportunity for public libraries across Tennessee to provide services for their communities. Funds available for training, hotspots, solar charging tables, and internal connections. | |
| Officer Destin Legieza Memorial Scholarship Brentwood Rotary Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Officer Destin Legieza Memorial Scholarship awards up to $8,000 ($2,000/yr) to an incoming freshman who is a senior at a Williamson County (public/private/homeschool) or Overton high school, enrolling at Middle Tennessee State… | |
| Great Idea Grants Clarksville Montgomery County · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Clarksville-Montgomery County (TN) Education Foundation offers Great Idea Grants of up to $1,000 to CMCSS educators to fund classroom projects and special initiatives, awarded on a competitive rubric. | |
| Burt High Descendant Scholarship (Joseph B. Roberts Sr. Endowed Scholarship) Clarksville Montgomery County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Burt High School Reunion Association Joseph B. Roberts Sr. Endowed Scholarship, administered by the CMC Education Foundation (TN), awards $2,000 to descendants of Burt High School graduates, renewable up to four years with a 2.5 GPA. |
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About grants for education in Tennessee
Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What federal grants are available for schools?
Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.
Can individual teachers apply for grants?
Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.
Are there grants for education technology?
Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.
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