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Education Grants 2026 — Federal & Foundation Funding

As of 2026, there are 125 active education grants currently accepting applications. Top funding agencies for education initiatives include National Institutes of Health, State Treasurer's Office, Spencer Foundation, NEA Foundation, Department of Health Care Access and Information. GrantSonar provides daily updates on these federal and foundation funding opportunities, matching them to eligible nonprofits and government organizations.

Top Agencies Funding Education

National Institutes of Health18 grants
State Treasurer's Office10 grants
Spencer Foundation3 grants
NEA Foundation3 grants
Department of Health Care Access and Information3 grants

Open Education Grants

Department of Pesticide Regulation
Varies $4,900,000Closes Sep 1, 2026
AgricultureDisadvantaged CommunitiesEducationEmployment, Labor & Training+6 more

DPR's SPM Grants Program supports projects that advance sustainable pest management practices through IPM research, knowledge, tools, outreach, and im…

Strategic Growth Council
Varies $3,000,000Closes Sep 4, 2026
Disadvantaged CommunitiesDisaster Prevention & ReliefEducationEmployment, Labor & Training+8 more

CRC Planning Grants will support planning activities to prepare communities to implement Community Resilience Centers. CRC Planning Grant activities s…

Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Varies $430,000Closes Sep 10, 2026
Education

Applicants must be a California School District or County Office of Education.For an organization to be able to submit a proposal and/or eligible to c…

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Education Grants: Frequently Asked Questions

How many education grants are available right now?

Education grants number roughly 125 active opportunities right now, tracked daily by GrantSonar across federal, state, and private foundation funders.

Which agencies fund the most education grants?

Education grants are funded most actively by National Institutes of Health, State Treasurer's Office, Spencer Foundation, NEA Foundation, Department of Health Care Access and Information. GrantSonar monitors these sources so new opportunities surface as soon as they open.

Who is eligible for education grants?

Education grants are generally open to nonprofits, government agencies, school districts, and educational or research institutions running programs in this area. Eligibility varies by program, so review each grant's guidelines or let GrantSonar filter opportunities by your organization type.

How do I find new education grants as they open?

Education grant postings are tracked by GrantSonar from thousands of sources daily, with AI-matched alerts sent when an opportunity fits your organization's profile — so you don't have to monitor agency and foundation portals manually.

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