Grants for Charter Schools

Grants for Charter Schools provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

132 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) Through the passage of Propositions 47, 55, 1D, and most recently, 51, $1.4 billion has been made available to charter schools for construction of new…

California State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California State Treasurer's Office Last Updated: March 05, 2025 Summary The Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) provides…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740) To provide financial assistance for charter school facilities. The Charter School Facility Grant Program provides annual grants to offset annual…

California State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740) Status: ACTIVE Funder: California State Treasurer's Office Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Charter School Facility Grant Program (SB740) aims…

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charter School Growth Fund Geographic Scope: United States (30 states, with significant focus on Texas) Focus Areas: Quality Schools, Education Overview: Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) identifies…

Approximately $2,000,000 per award
THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charter School Program (CSP) Funder: The Opportunity Trust Geographic Scope: St. Louis, Missouri Focus Areas: - Supporting charter school development and expansion - Creating new student seats in…

$1,000,000 - $1,500,000
NEW SCHOOLS FOR ALABAMA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charter School Program (CSP) Grant Overview: New Schools for Alabama administers the Charter School Program (CSP) Grant Competition to support the launch of new, high-quality charter schools in…

$51,000,000 over five years
OPPORTUNITY 180 · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Charter School Program (CSP) Grant Funder: U.S. Federal Government (administered by Opportunity 180) Award Amount: $51,000,000 over five years Geographic Scope: Nevada Status: Active - awarded in…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charter School Program (Generation 30) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $900,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Charter School Program (Generation 30) is…

Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charter Schools Program Start-Up Grant (MN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Charter Schools Program…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Closed Charter School Records Custodian Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $550,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary Overview Texas Education Agency The Texas…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Charter Network Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: October 26, 2025 Summary The Community Charter Network Scholarship, provided by…

NEW SCHOOLS FOR ALABAMA · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Credit Enhancement Grant Overview: A substantial grant from the U.S. Department of Education awarded to New Schools for Alabama to address the critical challenge of affordable facilities access for…

JOSEPH DROWN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Drown Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph Drown Foundation Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Drown Foundation Grant, offered by the Joseph Drown Foundation, focuses primarily on…

District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Educator Pipeline Competitive Grant (DC) Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The…

RIVERSIDE COUNTY OFFICE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Exceptional Scholar Awards (Charter Schools) Funder: Riverside County Office of Education Overview: Recognition program for outstanding senior students from Riverside County Charter Schools.…

Indiana Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Department of Education Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant by the Indiana Department…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of grants for charter schools are available?
Grants for Charter Schools come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for grants for charter schools?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for grants for charter schools?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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