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Education grants for nonprofits

6 open federal grants in education that nonprofits can apply for.

• Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

  AmeriCorps

  Due October 20, 2026 (today)Good fit for small groups

  This grant helps pay for community service projects led by volunteers aged 55 and older. It supports programs that address local needs like food, health, and education. The money can be used for a variety of community…

• Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants

  AmeriCorps

  Due January 13, 2027Good fit for small groups

  This grant helps organizations pay for community service programs that improve communities and support volunteers. It can fund programs in areas like education, health, and disaster relief.

• Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative

  Department of Housing and Urban Development

  Due November 2, 2026 (in 13 days)$175,000 to $2.5 millionPossible fit

  This grant helps organizations educate people about fair housing laws and prevent discrimination in housing. It supports local and national efforts to teach about fair housing rights and responsibilities.

• Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center on Education Research (NCER): From Seedlings to Scale, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305J

  Department of Education

  Due December 11, 2026Up to $500,000Possible fit

  This grant helps pay for research projects that use technology and artificial intelligence to improve education for young students. It is meant for organizations that can do scientific research and develop new solutions.

• 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

  DOC NOAA - ERA Production

  Due May 1, 2028$15,000 to $75,000Possible fit

  This grant helps pay for projects that support marine-related jobs, seafood safety, and education in Alaska. It can fund training, technology, and outreach about fishing and seafood. The grant is for organizations and…

• Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Transformative Research in Special Education, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324T

  Department of Education

  Due December 11, 2026Up to $3.8 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant pays for research to create new and better ways to train teachers who work with students with disabilities. It is meant to help organizations that can do scientific research.