Mega Grants ($1M+) — Education Equity

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 31 Mega Grants ($1M+) — Education Equity — 11 open right now, across 8 funding agencies. Award amounts range $100K to $10.25M. The next application deadline is October 1, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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31total grants
11open now
8agencies
$100K–$10.25Mfunding range
Oct 1next deadline
OPEN 18 days left Hard to apply

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Using Longitudinal Data to Support State Education Policymaking, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305S

Through this grant program, IES supports state agencies’ use of their statewide longitudinal data systems (SLDSs) to provide evidence for their own program and policy decisions,…

🏛 Department of Education 📋 CFDA 84.305 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 up to $1,200,000
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OPEN 18 days left Hard to apply

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Using Longitudinal Data to Support State Education Policymaking in Special Education, Assistance Listing

Through this grant program, NCSER supports state agencies’ use of their statewide longitudinal data systems (SLDSs) to provide evidence for their own program and policy decisions,…

🏛 Department of Education 📋 CFDA 84.324 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 up to $1,200,000
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OPEN 18 days left Hard to apply

EDU Core Research

The EDU Core Research (ECR) program offers this ECR:Core solicitation and invites proposals for fundamental research (curiosity-driven basic research and use-inspired basic research) that contributes to…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 23 days left Hard to apply

Historically Black Colleges and Universities – Undergraduate Program

HBCU-UP provides awardsto strengthen STEM undergraduate education and research at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).Support is available through thefollowing tracks: Targeted Infusion Projects (TIP), which…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 6, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $9,000,000
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

Tribal Colleges and Universities Program (TCUP)

The Tribal Colleges and Universities Program (TCUP) provides awards to federally recognized1 Tribal Colleges and Universities, Alaska Native-serving institutions, and Native Hawaiian-serving institutions to promote high…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 14, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $3,500,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

LOUIS STOKES ALLIANCES FOR MINORITY PARTICIPATION (LSAMP)

The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program invests in the Nation's colleges and universities to aid student success to create a new generation of…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Nov 20, 2026 💰 $125,000 – $5,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many mega grants ($1m+) — education equity are available?
Grantoria currently lists 31 mega grants ($1m+) — education equity, 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 October 1, 2026 — about 18 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for mega grants ($1m+) — education equity?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but mega grants ($1m+) — education equity in this category most often support: Colleges (all higher ed), Public University, Private University and Public K-12 School. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $100K to $10.25M, 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 mega grants ($1m+) — education equity, 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.