The primary function of an education grant is to aid the student achieve a particular skill set and qualities by acquiring education from a reputable academic institute. However, as a large percentage of education grants focuses on research and development-it is often difficult to find a good student school grant. Having said this, when looking for school grants, we suggest you look for organizations and non profit providers in your areas that focus on community giving. Most often these organizations offer education grants to particular schools and colleges which in turn is offered to the students individually.

These include schools focusing not only on science and technology but also those who promote art and culture. The following are some of the leading organizations which spend thousands of dollars yearly in community giving. Simply log on to their websites and read through the eligibility criteria and application procedures.

·         http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/CommunityAffairs/CommunityGiving/
3M community giving focus on a host of free school grants for fields including technical, engineering and business education. While these three fields are currently considered as the most promising in our fast-paced times; 3M strives to further the learning of its successful students by helping them make a difference. The school grants offered cover not only for the curriculum but are also aided by quite a few scholarship programs so as to give the students complete support during their educational years.
The grants focusing on higher education are available for those who wish to focus not only on learning but also on teaching. The organization supports the participation of a huge majority and encourages them to further enhance their professional skills for development.
For those who are looking for a future in science and engineering while also availing academic support all round the year, this website is a must visit. Apart from higher education, 3M also gives education grants to deserving students in the areas of math, economics, health and human services, arts and culture
In addition; as undergraduate school grants are indeed hard to find; you will also find 3M’s support in initial skill development programs by funding the curriculum and by providing student scholarship opportunities.
It is worth mentioning however, that the grant program of this organization is focused mainly in the areas of 3M communities which may be viewed on the dedicated website.
Profit based organizations, government agencies, hospitals and athletics are not eligible for support according to the organizations policies.

·         http://www.abell-hanger.org/
The Abell-Hanger Foundation-Texas provides grants to those interested in any of the following fields i.e. Arts, Cultural, Humanities, Education, Human Services, Public/Society Benefit and Religion. The eligibility criteria however, for this particular grant is that the organization or individual should be located in the state of Texas.

• http://www.adc.com/us/en/aboutadc/corporateresponsibility/communityengagement/about/
  The ADC Foundation contributes to the realm of technology by issuing direct grants in the areas of mathematics and science education.
  The organization functions efficiently by regularly updating its grant policies by allowing equal contribution and welcoming varying thought pools from its employees all over the world with respect to the current strategies, local needs and advances.