Education Grants for Rural Communities

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 77 Education Grants for Rural Communities — 5 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $7.5M. The next application deadline is September 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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77total grants
5open now
42agencies
$1K–$7.5Mfunding range
Sep 4next deadline
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Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program

​​The Public Health Training Center (PHTC) Program aims to increase the knowledge of the public health workforce through traineeships, specialized training and professional development in partnership…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.516 ⏰ Jul 17, 2026 💰 $1 – $910,000
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OPEN 55 days left Hard to apply

Tribal Wildfire Resilience Grants Solicitation 2026

Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants fund projects that serve California Native American tribes, support Traditional Ecological Knowledge and cultural fire, improve forest health through forest fuels reduction,…

🏛 Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (California) ⏰ Sep 10, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $214,999
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OPEN Hard to apply

Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2022 PLHA NOFA

B. Eligible Activities 1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-,…

🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California) ⏰ Feb 28, 2027 💰 $500 – $100,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.455 ⏰ May 1, 2028 💰 $15,000 – $75,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

RFA-TP-18-000

Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications

🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Sep 30, 2030
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California (2182) Ohio (413) Illinois (32) Pennsylvania (28) New York (26) Iowa (12)

Education grants by applicant

Nonprofits (2209) Public Authority (1967) Tribal Nation (1805) Small Business (SBA-defined) (1536) Individuals (1338) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (812) Public K-12 School (586) County Government (550) City / Municipal Government (518) Low-income (448) Public University (334) Tribal Organization (272)

Frequently asked questions

How many education grants for rural communities are available?
Grantoria currently lists 77 education grants for rural communities, of which 5 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 September 4, 2026 — about 49 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 $1K to $7.5M, 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 grants for rural communities, 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 Grants for Rural Communities

With 92% of opportunities using competitive application models, education grants for rural communities present a rigorous funding landscape. 6,404 active grants are currently available through leading agencies including the Health Resources and Services Administration, reflecting strong federal commitment to this sector.

Award amounts typically range from $36,000 to $644,000, supporting capacity building, training, and program development. Only 8% require cost-sharing, reducing financial barriers for resource-limited organizations. To refine your search effectively, filter by support type to identify grants aligned with your institution's primary need, whether infrastructure, workforce development, or curriculum enhancement.

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