Education Grants

Empowering Communities Grants is sponsored by PPL Foundation. These grants enrich the overall vitality of the community through programs that protect the environment and improve people's lives. Focus areas include environmental stewardship and education. Projects involving native plant pollinator habitat restoration within the Schuylkill watershed could align with environmental stewardship goals.

The Department of Defense FY2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) provides funding for U.S. universities to acquire research equipment and instrumentation in areas important to national defense, including AI and machine learning hardware. The program is administered jointly by the Army Research Office (ARO), Office of Naval Research (ONR), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), with approximately $34 million available and 95 awards anticipated. DURIP funds the acquisition of specialized computing hardware for AI/ML research (GPU clusters, TPUs, neuromorphic processors), robotics and autonomous systems testbeds, sensor arrays and data collection systems for machine learning training, high-performance computing infrastructure for defense-relevant AI research, and laboratory equipment for human-AI interaction studies. The program specifically supports equipment that enhances research-related education in DoD-priority disciplines. While general-purpose computing is not eligible, computing equipment directly supporting DoD-relevant AI research programs qualifies. No cost sharing is required.

Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals With Disabilities Program-Stepping-Up Technology Implementation is sponsored by Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for children with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities designed to be of educational value in the classroom; providing support for captioning and video description appropriate for classroom use; and providing accessible educational materials in a timely manner. This competition includes an absolute priority to develop and refine products and resources that incorporate principles of universal design for learning to support full implementation and use of the technology tool or approach to improve reading outcomes for children with disabilities.

Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program (Stepping-up Technology Implementation competition) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for students with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities of value in the classroom for students with disabilities; providing captioning and video description; and ens…

HFFI Food Access and Retail Expansion (FARE) Fund is a grant from America's Healthy Food Financing Initiative and The Reinvestment Fund that funds food retailers, co-ops, and food access organizations expanding healthy food availability in underserved communities across the United States. The FARE Fund provides capital and grants to support new or expanded grocery stores, farmers markets, mobile markets, and community food enterprises in low-income, low-access areas. Eligible applicants include food retailers, nonprofits, and community development organizations with projects that demonstrably improve access to healthy food for low-income populations. The program also offers technical assistance to applicants alongside capital financing.

The FY2026 Department of Defense Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) program supports basic research in science and engineering at U.S. institutions of higher education, with emphasis on multidisciplinary research where more than one traditional discipline interacts. The Army, Navy, and Air Force basic research offices are seeking applications across 22 topic areas including artificial intelligence and autonomy, information sensing and processing, and systems manipulation. MURI grants typically provide $1.25 million to $1.5 million per year for three years with option to extend two additional years. Approximately $170 million in total funding is available annually across all topics. The program is administered through the Office of Naval Research (ONR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR).

The Department of Defense announced the Fiscal Year 2026 Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI), a major competitive funding program with $170 million total across 22 topic areas. MURI supports basic research in science and engineering at U.S. institutions of higher education with emphasis on multidisciplinary research efforts where more than one traditional discipline interacts to provide rapid advances in scientific areas of interest to the DoD. The program is jointly sponsored by the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the Army Research Office (ARO), and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). Topic areas span autonomous systems, AI and machine learning, quantum science, advanced materials, and other frontier research domains relevant to national defense. Individual MURI grants typically provide $1.25 million to $1.5 million per year for three years, with an option for two additional years. The funding opportunity number is W911NF25S0004. Optional white papers were due May 2, 2025, and full proposals are due September 5, 2025. MURI has operated for over 40 years and is one of the DoD's premier mechanisms for university-based fundamental research. The program emphasizes close management by Service Program Officers and requires true multidisciplinary collaboration.

The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Office of International Visitors (ECA/PE/V) announces an open competition for up to four cooperative agreements to support the staff expenses and overhead costs of the FY 2026 International Visitor Leadership Program’s (IVLP) National Program Agencies (NPAs). Launched in 1940, the IVLP is the Department of State’s foundational professional exchange program. The IVLP advances U.S. national security priorities and builds long-term relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields. Recipients design and implement customized short-term visits to the United States for current and emerging leaders from around the world. These visits support U.S. foreign policy goals and reflect the participants’ professional interests. Eligible recipients will have expertise in foreign policy, experience in professional exchange programming, and the ability to provide tailored projects for participants from all countries. Please see the full NOFO for additional information. Funding Opportunity Number: DFOP0017385. Assistance Listing: 19.402. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: $613K – $1.2M per award.

CFNF Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida that funds nonprofits addressing pressing challenges with programs and services of lasting impact in Florida's Big Bend region. Each year, CFNF awards ten grants of $5,000 each to eligible organizations. A separate Arts Nonprofit Grant Cycle awards five grants of $6,000 each for arts organizations in the same region. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations serving one or more of eleven counties including Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla, with at least two years of operating history in the region. Applications for the Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow cycle close September 30.

The Robotics Grant Program is a grant from the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) that funds school-based robotics programs for elementary, middle, and high school students. Awarded through a competitive application process, the program provides up to $3,500 to eligible local education agencies (LEAs) in Alabama. Applicants must be public school systems submitting on behalf of schools with K–12 students. The grant supports the purchase of robotics equipment and program development aligned with AMSTI guidelines. Applications are submitted online through the AMSTI Robotics Grant portal. The Fiscal Year 2026 application deadline was September 30, 2025. Questions should be directed to robotics@amsti.org. The program is managed by the Alabama State Department of Education under State Superintendent Eric G. Mackey.

The FY25 Marine Debris Research Forecast is a grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that funds research on the distribution, impacts, and chemical and biological characteristics of marine debris, with a strong emphasis on microplastics. The program supports scientific investigations to improve understanding of marine debris sources, pathways, and ecological effects in U.S. coastal and ocean environments. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, and state and local governments. Awards range from $150,000 to $300,000. The application deadline for the FY25 cycle was October 15, 2025.

Innovation Grant is a grant from the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations pursuing unique, high-impact projects that improve health and wellness in Arizona communities. This two-year award supports original initiatives with measurable real-world impact, including programs serving underserved and uninsured populations through oral health education, disease prevention, and nutritional access. Projects must demonstrate the potential to make a meaningful difference in the community and stand apart from conventional approaches. Eligible applicants are Arizona-based nonprofit organizations. Awards total $100,000 per recipient over two years. The 2026 application cycle closed October 16, 2025, with recipients notified in late 2025 and funding made available shortly after.

Early College Expansion Grants is a grant program from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education that funds planning resources for schools seeking a Massachusetts Early College Designation. Available under FY2026 Fund Codes 461A (Fall 2026 launch) and 461B (Fall 2027 launch), the program supports development of Early College programs that reimagine the high school experience to improve post-secondary readiness. The program intentionally prioritizes underrepresented students in higher education to address equity gaps. Eligible uses include strategies to prioritize underrepresented students, building college-level course pathways, and developing advising structures. Eligible applicants are Massachusetts school districts and early college programs. Awards are up to ,000 per award, with approximately .1 million in total funding. The deadline is November 7, 2025.

Recreation and Trails Grants is a grant from Oregon State Parks that funds the development, improvement, and expansion of motorized and non-motorized trails and trail facilities across Oregon. Administered through the federally funded Recreational Trails Program, this grant has supported over 500 projects since 1993 using Oregon's annual allocation of approximately $1.6 million. Eligible projects include new trail construction, major rehabilitation, trailhead improvements, land acquisition for trail development, and safety and education initiatives. Eligible trail types include OHV, snowmobile, hiking, biking, equestrian, and water trails. Eligible applicants include local, state, federal, tribal governments, and nonprofits registered with the Oregon Secretary of State for at least three years. Grants range from $10,000 to $200,000 for non-motorized projects.

EADH Small Grants 2025-2026 is sponsored by European Association for Digital Humanities (EADH). EADH Small Grants 2025-2026 is a grant from the European Association for Digital Humanities (EADH) that funds initiatives consistent with EADH's mission to promote digital humanities education and research through computational methods in the humanities and related disciplines.

The K-5 STEM Grant SFY26 is a grant from the Nevada Department of Education that funds high-quality, evidence-based STEM programs in Nevada public and charter elementary schools. Two award tiers are available: a Classroom Award of up to $2,000 for individual classroom teachers and a School Award of up to $25,000 per school. Funds may be used to purchase STEM equipment, technology, instructional kits, curriculum, and professional development directly tied to STEM instruction. Eligible applicants are Nevada public or charter elementary schools and their classroom teachers. The grant prioritizes expanding STEM access for traditionally underserved student populations and aims to increase STEM instruction to three or more hours per week. Projects must launch within 30 days of funding and sustain beyond the grant year.

2025-2027 Development of Accelerated Supports Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Education Agency (TEA). This program provides essential support for K-12 education in Texas, aiming to enhance curricular resources in Reading Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. It seeks to empower school districts, charter schools, and other educational institutions to foster better learning environments.

Centre PACT Grants are awarded by the Centre Foundation through its student-led philanthropy program, Centre PACT (Philanthropic Actions Created by Teens), and fund local nonprofits that serve youth in Centre County, Pennsylvania. High school students review applications, fundraise, and make grant decisions. Eligible focus areas include Basic Needs Access, Education Access, Health and Wellness, and the Environment. Awards typically range from $500 to $3,000, with an average award of $1,400. Applicants must be IRS 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, or government entities operating programs in Centre County. Applications are submitted through the Foundant online portal and were due January 15, 2026.

Protect Your Drinking Water Grant Program is a grant from the Essential Foundation and Pennsylvania Environmental Council that funds watershed protection and education projects aimed at improving the health of Pennsylvania waterways and protecting drinking water sources in Southeast Pennsylvania. Projects may address source water protection, conservation, community outreach, or related infrastructure improvements. Eligible applicants are nonprofits in Southeast Pennsylvania working on source water protection or related educational and infrastructure projects. Individual awards range from ,500 to approximately ,000, with approximately ,000 in total funding awarded in the most recent round.

Senior Citizens Services Grants: Housing is a grant from Pinellas Community Foundation that funds direct service programs supporting housing stability for adults aged 55 and older in Pinellas County, Florida. Eligible activities include rent subsidies, housing referral assistance and education, relocation assistance, aging-in-place home modifications such as ramps and door widening, and other housing-related services. Awards range from $800 to $20,000, with a maximum of $20,000 for housing grants in the 2026–2027 cycle. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or government agencies that have provided services for at least one year; all funds must be used exclusively for Pinellas County residents aged 55+. Applications are accepted online, and a Letter of Intent is required during the January 5–20 submission window.

Institutional Grants Program (Education focus) is sponsored by Tinker Foundation. The Tinker Foundation's Institutional Grants program supports organizations working to improve education in Latin America, with an emphasis on foundational learning strategies in lower primary school education (ages 5-10). The program prioritizes projects that seek to improve educational access and quality through research, innovation, scaling of proven models, and exchange of ideas.

FY26 Michigan Arts & Culture Council (MACC) Grants - Arts Education & Project Support is a grant from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council, administered through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, that funds arts education programs, project support, and operational support for Michigan-based arts and culture organizations. The FY26 grant cycle is currently open and accepting applications. Eligible applicants include Michigan-based arts and culture nonprofit organizations, municipalities, tribal entities, PreK-12 schools, colleges and universities, and non-arts nonprofit organizations with qualifying projects. The program supports professional development, field trips, community mural projects, and a wide range of arts programming activities that strengthen Michigan's creative sector.

Medical Education Innovation Grants is an internal grant program from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Medicine that funds educational innovation and scholarship within the department. Beginning in 2026, awards are granted for a two-year period to allow applicants adequate time to develop, implement, and study their innovations. Grants of up to $20,000 support projects focused on teaching skill development, curriculum and program development, educational scholarship, and career development in clinical settings. Eligible applicants include Department of Medicine faculty holding a primary DOM appointment and trainees who have an identified DOM faculty sponsor. The application deadline is January 23, 2026.

California Apprenticeship Initiative (CAI) New and Innovative Grant Program FY 2025-26 is a grant from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office that funds community colleges, public universities, local educational agencies, and workforce partners to develop new and innovative apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs across California. The program is funded with Proposition 98 dollars and supports the Governor's goal of serving 500,000 earn-and-learn apprenticeships by 2029. Eligible applicants include community colleges, public universities, local educational agencies, and partners working collaboratively with community colleges on apprenticeship program development. Funding amounts are not publicly specified per award; see the Chancellor's Office for details. The application deadline for the FY 2025-26 cycle was January 30, 2026.

AFRI Strengthening Agricultural Systems (SAS) is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The SAS program supports fully integrated research, education, and extension projects that aim to develop and improve agricultural practices. Key priorities include promoting soil health to regenerate long-term productivity of land. Innovations in slow-release, biodegradable fertilizers would be highly relevant to this focus.

Teams Engaging Affiliated Museums and Informal Institutions (TEAM II) is sponsored by NASA Next Gen STEM. TEAM II is a competitive award program that enables non-profit museums, planetariums, libraries, and youth-serving organizations to propose NASA mission-inspired STEM projects for K-12 students and their learning support systems of families and educators. It aims to enhance the ability of informal education institutions to deliver and participate in NASA-based activities and increase their capacity to utilize NASA resources.

Individual Artist Fellowship (Tennessee Arts Commission) is a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission that funds outstanding professional Tennessee artists whose work adds to the cultural vitality of the state. Fellowships recognize individuals who, through education, experience, or natural talent, engage deeply in a particular art form or discipline and rely on their artistic work as a significant source of livelihood. Eligible applicants must be professional artists who are residents of Tennessee and are financially compensated for their creative work. No matching funds are required. Awards are made across multiple artistic disciplines on a competitive basis each year.

The Community Trust Grants program is a grant from the Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) that funds nonprofits improving quality of life through family wellness, food access, medical services, and education in Alabama's River Region. Grant awards range from $1,000 to $15,000, with program-specific awards up to $25,000. The Family Wellness and Education track supports work in Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery counties. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, or Montgomery counties; one application per organization per cycle. The program does not fund fundraising events, political advocacy, capital projects, or religious activities. The 2026 application window ran January 2 through February 6, 2026.

Creative Start Project Grant (FY27) is a grant from ArtsWA (Washington State Arts Commission) that funds individual artists and small arts organizations in Washington State launching new creative projects. The program supports a wide range of artistic disciplines including visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, and media arts. Eligible applicants are Washington State residents who are professional artists or organizations with a primary arts mission. Awards are intended to support the creation of new work, community arts engagement, or professional development. Grant amounts and application details are defined in the FY27 solicitation; applicants should consult ArtsWA for current cycle guidance.

Criminal Justice Grant Program, FY2027 is a grant from the Office of the Governor, State of Texas that funds projects promoting public safety, reducing crime, and improving the criminal justice system. Authorized under the federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, it supports personnel, equipment, training, and technical assistance for law enforcement, prosecution, crime prevention, corrections, and reentry programs. State priority areas include intelligence-based investigations, community policing, pre-trial diversion, life-skills training, and co-occurring disorder treatment in corrections. Eligible applicants include local governments, state agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and councils of governments across Texas. Applications must be submitted through the Texas eGrants portal by February 12, 2026, for projects starting October 1, 2026.