Education Equity Grants for Nonprofits

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 93 Education Equity Grants for Nonprofits — 11 open right now, across 50 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.5K to $5B. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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93total grants
11open now
50agencies
$1.5K–$5Bfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
OPEN 14 days left Moderate to apply

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition

The U.S. Embassy Kingston announces an open competition advancing U.S.-Jamaica partnership through the Freedom 250 framework Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire, supporting projects that strengthen bilateral ties…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Jamaica 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $20,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

FY27 480-10-3701 Early Childhood Block Grant: Preschool for All 3-5

To provide at least 12.5 hours weekly of high-quality preschool, including comprehensive developmental screening, bachelors-level early childhood licensed teachers, and standards-aligned research-based curriculum to provide children…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood ⏰ Jul 31, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

State Programs: After School Programs – Non-school Districts

Communities, with school districts as lead applicants, can apply for competitive grants to develop partnerships with local governmental entries, education organizations, faith-based organizations, civic organizations, and…

🏛 Illinois State Board of Education ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many education equity grants for nonprofits are available?
Grantoria currently lists 93 education equity grants for nonprofits, of which 11 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 20, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1.5K to $5B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse education equity grants for nonprofits, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Education Equity Grants for Nonprofits

Education equity grants for nonprofits span a significant funding landscape, with 6,404 active opportunities currently available. Award amounts typically range from $55,000 to $550,000, with the National Institutes of Health, Department of Education, and Department of Defense leading as top funders. These grants reflect substantial institutional commitment to closing educational opportunity gaps across the nonprofit sector.

All grants in this category operate on a competitive application model, making a strong proposal essential for success. Program support and capacity building dominate the funding mix, though research initiatives are also well-represented. Nearly one in five grants require cost-sharing, so budget planning is critical. Filter by support type to identify whether your organization is better positioned for program funding versus capacity-building investments.