Education Grants for Nonprofits

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Albion Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 19, 2026

The Albion Community Foundation strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of the greater Albion, MI, area.

The MACI Youth Fund supports youth education opportunities designed…

Albion Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 19, 2026

The Albion Community Foundation strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of the greater Albion, MI, area.

The Andersons Charitable Fund supports general charitable…

The Energy Cooperative Round Up Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • November 18, 2025 and January 20, March 24, May 19, July 21, September 22 and November 17, 2026
  • The deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced.

The Energy Cooperative Round Up Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in the communities served by the Energy Cooperative, including Ashland, Coshocton, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin,…

Albion Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 19, 2026

The Albion Community Foundation strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of the greater Albion, MI, area.

The Team 1 Plastics Corporate Donor Advised Fund provides support…

Black Hawk County Gaming Association

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Application Deadline:
  • Letters of intent: May 20 and September 22, 2026 and January 25, 2027
  • Applications deadline: June 22 and October 20, 2026 and February 22, 2027

The Black Hawk County Gaming Association supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life in the Cedar Valley region of Iowa. The primary focus is on Black Hawk County, with…

Polisseni Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Board Meeting Date: May 20, 2026

Note: Applications must be received two weeks prior to the scheduled board meeting date.

Grant Range:
$1000 - $166700
Average Grant:
$18911

The Polisseni Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations meeting community needs and improving the quality of life in upstate New York.

The Foundation's areas of interest…

Vermeer Charitable Foundation

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Application Deadline:

October 27, 2025, February 18, May 20, August 19, and November 18, 2026

Grant Range:
$100 - $190700
Average Grant:
$23525

The Vermeer Charitable Foundation primarily provides support to nonprofit organizations in central Iowa, with emphasis on the Pella area.

The Foundation supports select Christian,…

C.H. Robinson Worldwide Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Twin Cities Grants: May 20, annually
DEI Grants: August 12, annually
Strategic Industry Grants: September 8, annually

Grant Range:
$750 - $2689229
Average Grant:
$45506

The C.H. Robinson Worldwide Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and public agencies in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area.

The Foundation provides funding to organizations…

Education is one of the most valuable resources on the planet. It prepares people for not only their careers, but to better understand a confusing and ever-changing world. Nonprofits that focus on education provide an invaluable service in helping improve access to quality education. Education grants are essential to help these nonprofits continue to provide educational programs and resources to underserved populations.

Education grants provide the funding needed for a variety of nonprofit programs and operations. Education-based nonprofits may be involved in literacy programs, donating essential technology, organizing after-school education, training of teachers or providing scholarships to underprivileged students. 

There are a wide variety of foundations that specialize in grants for education-based nonprofits, such as the Gates Foundation. Many companies also will provide grants via their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs. 

When preparing a proposal for an education grant, it's essential to demonstrate the real change that your nonprofit can make. You want to bring up metrics such as student testing scores and graduation rates in your chosen community and demonstrate your plan to make improvements in these areas. 

If you want tips and tricks to write the best grant proposals possible, remember that we have excellent resources for members right here at GrantStation. Once you’re ready, start browsing the great grant opportunities above!