Best Professional Development Grants for Teachers

Public charities with 501(c)(3) status offering K–12 education, literacy, or civic education programs in the U.S. can seek support for initiatives including teacher professional development. With a mission to enhance society, the Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund provides invitation-only grants, beginning with a letter of inquiry, for aligned education and literacy projects.

Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund

Unspecified amount

Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants

State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education. Focused on long-term impact, they support initiatives in auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, and educational programs. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities. However, funding is not available for individuals, religious programs, or organizations outside the U.S. By addressing critical community needs, these grants foster safer and more resilient neighborhoods.

State Farm Companies Foundation

Unspecified amount

International Literacy Association Grants for Literacy

Literacy-focused organizations, institutions, and individuals working on teacher development and training can receive recognition and support for impactful literacy efforts through the International Literacy Association’s Celebrate Literacy Award. This award honors exemplary work in areas like direct literacy instruction, organizing local literacy programs, developing materials, and conducting literacy-related research and educational activities.

International Literacy Association

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Up to US $5,000

United States-Japan Foundation Teacher Training Grants

Nonprofit educational institutions and Japanese language teachers’ associations in the U.S. can receive up to US $5,000 to run region-wide Japanese-language education workshops, conferences, or original professional development projects. The United States-Japan Foundation supports initiatives that benefit multiple programs and teachers, including content-based training, advocacy, articulation, research, and teaching material development.

United States-Japan Foundation

Unspecified amount

Laird Norton Family Foundation Teacher Grants

Public Pre-K–12 schools and nonprofits offering arts-integrated teacher development can access funding that supports professional development for educators and improved student outcomes in the U.S. Laird Norton Family Foundation’s Arts in Education program backs long-term, in-class training for public school teachers, especially those serving students furthest from educational justice with culturally relevant, whole-child instruction.

Laird Norton Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program

The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.

Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Teacher Training Funding via Unique Zan Foundation

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting women’s education, health, or leadership development can seek funding for teacher training and related professional development through Unique Zan Foundation; programs may involve West Asia, the Middle East, or immigrant communities. Unique Zan Foundation supports teacher development and training projects that advance women’s rights, health, and community leadership.

Unique Zan Foundation

Unspecified amount

STEM Education Grants for Schools from Verizon Foundation

U.S. 501(c)(3) public charities and K–12 schools running STEM-focused digital skills or teacher professional development programs can access funding through the Verizon Foundation, by invitation only. Support may cover projects in digital inclusion and STEM education, including technology-infused pedagogy and training that enhances classroom teaching and student outcomes.

Verizon Foundation

Up to US $100,000

Lewis-Houghton Civics and Democracy Initiative: New Awards for 2027-2029

Applications due Sep 18, 2026

The Lewis-Houghton Civics and Democracy Initiative, under the Teaching with Primary Sources program, aims to empower organizations in the U.S. and its territories to create innovative projects that leverage digitized primary sources from the Library of Congress. This initiative, named after Reps. Lewis and Houghton, promotes education in civics, democracy, and history, fostering critical thinking and literacy among students. Grants will be awarded based on the proposal's alignment with these educational goals, enhancing community engagement.

Library of Congress

US $475,000 - US $7,500,000

STEM Technician Education Funding from NSF

Applications due Oct 1, 2026

Two-year institutions of higher education and their partners can seek funding to develop and improve technician education programs in high-technology fields across the U.S. With a mission to strengthen STEM workforce preparation, National Science Foundation provides professional development and curriculum support for college faculty and secondary school teachers, offering US $475,000 - US $7,500,000 for credit-bearing programs and related applied research.

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Up to US $1,000

Society for American Music Grants for Educators

Applications due Oct 15, 2026

Educators in the humanities and social sciences developing American song-based curriculum or co-curricular projects can receive up to US $1,000 to create innovative teaching resources and performances. Focused on teacher development and training, Society for American Music invites U.S. educators to use Song of America, Voices Across Time, or similar primary sources in American song.

Society For American Music

Up to US $15,000

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Grants for United States Teacher Development

With a mission to support teacher development, schools, districts, universities, and nonprofit math education organizations in the U.S. can access funding to design and pilot innovative K–8 math lessons and activities. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics offers up to US $15,000 for collaborative writing, piloting, revising materials, and aligned professional development.

Up to US $6,000

U.S. Teacher Training Funding via National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Grants help U.S. elementary teachers and full-time math coaches deepen their mathematics content knowledge and lead professional development for colleagues. Awards up to US $6,000 from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics can fund coursework, conference registration, in-service stipends, and classroom materials to strengthen math instruction and teacher training within a school or district.

Up to US $4,000

National Council Support for Teacher Training

PK–12 schools in the U.S. seeking professional development in mathematics instruction for multilingual learners can apply for up to US $4,000 to fund in-service learning and materials. With a mission to improve math education, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics supports consultant-led material development and educator training that integrates students’ languages and cultures.

Up to US $3,000

U.S. Teacher Training Funding via National Council

High school math teachers in the U.S. can apply for the Teacher Professional Development Grant, awarding up to US $3,000 for professional learning to improve mathematics teaching competence. Grants from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics may be administered by a school, district, university, or nonprofit math education organization.

Up to US $3,000

NCTM Math PD Grants in U.S.

Pre-K–5 classroom teachers in the U.S. can apply for the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Teacher Professional Development Grant, with awards up to US $3,000 for math-focused professional learning. Funding supports activities that improve competence in teaching mathematics, and may be administered by a school, district, university, or nonprofit math education organization.

Up to US $3,000

Math PD Funding for Teachers from NCTM

Middle school classroom teachers in the U.S. can receive up to US $3,000 to pursue professional development that strengthens their mathematics teaching. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics provides funding for training, courses, or workshops that enhance math instruction skills. Schools, districts, universities, or nonprofit math education organizations may administer the grant funds.

Applications due Nov 14, 2026

US $3,000 - US $25,000

Teacher Development Grants for NEA Affiliates via NEA Staff Organization

NEA state and local affiliates in the U.S. can access funding to design or implement professional learning that strengthens the educator workforce and supports student success. Affiliates can pursue Program Implementation Grants for existing CPESL programs or Innovation Grants for new professional learning initiatives, with awards ranging from US $3,000 - US $25,000 from the National Education Association Staff Organization.

National Education Association Staff Organization

Up to US $500,000

Stranahan Foundation Support for Teacher Training

Letter of inquiry due Dec 3, 2026

U.S. nonprofit professional development providers, school districts, and colleges serving early childhood educators can access funding to design or expand large-scale training models, including coaching, leadership development, and substitute teacher pools. Stranahan Foundation offers up to US $500,000 over three years for projects improving early learning quality for low-income children through educator development.

Stranahan Foundation

US $150,000 - US $250,000

NewSchools Venture Fund Teacher Training Grants

Applications due Jan 9, 2027

U.S. early-stage education organizations improving professional development and support for teachers serving students with learning differences can receive US $150,000 - US $250,000 in one-year general operating funding. NewSchools Venture Fund provides national coaching, expert support, and peer connections for PK-12 public education initiatives, including instructional tools, special education teacher recruitment, and postsecondary readiness solutions.

NewSchools Venture Fund

US $500 - US $10,000

Autism Education Funding from Organization for Autism Research

Applications due Jan 13, 2027

Teachers, school districts, libraries, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S. can receive US $500 - US $10,000 to run autism peer education and awareness initiatives for students. Organization for Autism Research supports projects using its Kit for Kids materials, and school districts or groups serving low-income communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Organization For Autism Research

Up to US $50,000

Motorola Solutions Foundation STEM Grants in North America

Letter of inquiry due Jan 22, 2027

U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations and school districts offering technology and engineering education or first responder programming can apply for up to US $50,000 to support training, scholarships, and hands-on STEM initiatives. Grants from Motorola Solutions Foundation help professional development and training programs for teachers and youth, particularly those serving underrepresented students and communities.

Motorola Solutions Foundation

US $10,000 - US $25,000

Kazanjian Economics Foundation Teacher Training Grants

Letter of inquiry due Mar 10, 2027

U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits with at least five years of history can seek $10,000 - $25,000 to expand economics and financial literacy education and related teacher development. Grants from the Calvin K. Kazanjian Economics Foundation help organizations train educators, build programs in and beyond schools, and reach underserved communities with economic education initiatives.

Calvin K. Kazanjian Economics Foundation

Unspecified amount

Blind Services Awards for Innovators from National Federation of the Blind

Pre proposal due Apr 16, 2027

Educators, professionals, and organizations in the U.S. improving vision impairment care and services can apply for National Federation of the Blind’s Dr. Jacob Bolotin Awards to recognize exemplary leadership and accomplishments. Grants from National Federation of the Blind help teacher development and training efforts that break down barriers and expand opportunities for blind people. Organizations and individuals must show active, impactful programs over the past year.

National Federation Of The Blind Inc

Unspecified amount

Riding for Focus Grants

Applications due Apr 18, 2027

The Riding for Focus Grants program supports public middle schools serving low-income students, providing them with bicycles, helmets, and educational resources to promote cycling. Through this program, schools can enhance their students' cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional well-being. The curriculum consists of 14 lessons focused on rider safety and skills, designed to be delivered over 6-8 weeks. Eligible schools can apply for grants or purchase the program to access these invaluable resources.

Outride

Up to US $4,000

Technology Tools Grants for Math Teachers from NCTM

Applications due May 1, 2027

PK–12 mathematics teachers and full-time math coaches in the U.S. can apply for up to US $4,000 from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics to enhance math learning with tools and technology. Funding supports materials and related professional development, with projects focused on instruction and completed by August 31 of the next calendar year.