Grants for Charter Schools

Last updated October 12, 2026

Grantable tracks 132 active grants for charter schools in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 79 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 132; from 43 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $10K–$305K
Total listed funding: $29.3M; across 79 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 2; 7 with a published date

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Joe C. Davis Transformational Grant Joe C Davis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joe C. Davis Foundation Grant focuses on supporting charitable organizations that embody core values such as personal initiative, hard work, and education.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (EQT Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Gateway Program Expansion grant, funded by the EQT Foundation, aims to help schools enhance their existing PLTW Gateway programs for the upcoming academic year.	Not published	$5K
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$10K
Health Professions Programs Grant Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health is launching a grant initiative to address the healthcare worker shortage in Idaho.	Not published	Up to $50K
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion (Arconic Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K The PLTW Engineering program, supported by Arconic Foundation, aims to expand STEM education in public and charter schools across several states.	Not published	$20K
Charter Schools Program Start-Up Grant (MN) Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Charter Schools Program Start-Up Grant in Minnesota, offered by the Minnesota Department of Education, provides vital federal funding for new charter schools.	Not published	Up to $2M
Charter Fund: Seed Funding Grant Charter Fund Inc D/B/a Charter School Growth Fund · Foundation Not published · $250K – $750K The Charter Fund: Seed Funding program supports nonprofit organizations operating high-performing public charter schools that aim to expand their reach by serving 250 to 1,000 additional students within two years.	Not published	$250K – $750K
UnifiED Explorer Program Diverse Charter Schools Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Explorer program is an entry-level leadership development initiative designed for aspiring school leaders interested in creating and leading high-quality, intentionally diverse charter schools.	Not published	$8K
Public Charter Schools Program--Planning and Implementation Discretionary Subgrant Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $850K – $1M The South Carolina Department of Education offers the Public Charter Schools Program Discretionary Subgrant to foster the development and initial operation of new charter schools.	Not published	$850K – $1M
PLTW Computer Science- New Program ( Georgia) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The PLTW Computer Science grant supports public and charter schools in Georgia to implement PLTW Computer Science programs.	Not published	Up to $20K
PLTW Launch - New Program (Georgia) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The PLTW Launch - New Program in Georgia supports public and charter schools to implement the PLTW Launch curriculum.	Not published	Up to $8K
Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MnMTSS)-Competitive Grant Opportunity Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MnMTSS) is a systemic, continuous improvement framework for ensuring positive social, emotional, behavioral, developmental, and academic outcomes for every student.	Not published	Up to $250K
A Big Push for Small Schools Getting Smart Collective · Foundation Not published · Varies The Learning Innovation Fund's first grant program, A Big Push for Small Schools, is a multi-year initiative aimed at catalyzing innovation and growth in microschool models.	Not published	Varies
Silicon Schools Fund Grant Silicon Schools Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Silicon Schools Fund Grant supports innovative K-12 education models in California, focusing on empowering students and enhancing teaching through technology.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · Varies 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 facilities or rehabilitation of existing school district facilities.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science- New Program- In Partnership With Emerson NI Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The PLTW Computer Science program, in partnership with Emerson NI, aims to inspire students through hands-on STEM learning experiences.	Not published	Up to $10K
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$10K
2025-2026 Charter School Program (Subchapter C and D) Cycle 2 RFA Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $900K The 2025-2026 Charter School Program in Texas aims to provide financial support for planning, program design, and initial implementation of charter schools.	Not published	Up to $900K
NIFA (New Instructional Facility Allotment) Program Texas Charter Schools Association · Foundation Not published · $250 Charter schools that construct new buildings must meet the following criteria: 3005 S Lamar Blvd, Suite D-447, Austin, TX, 78704	Not published	$250
PLTW Gateway - New Program Schools Across the US Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is offering grants to schools across the US for the implementation of the PLTW Gateway program in the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	Up to $9K
Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program, managed by the California State Treasurer's Office, aims to support charter schools in California by providing grants that fund debt service reserve accounts.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion - In Partnership With: Arrow Electronics Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Engineering Program Expansion grant, in partnership with Arrow Electronics, offers $10,000 for eligible K-12 public and charter schools near Alpharetta, GA.	Not published	$10K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $20K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$20K
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (L3Harris Technologies) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K L3Harris Technologies is expanding its partnership with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to enhance STEM education for PreK-12 students.	Not published	Up to $10K

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About grants for charter schools

Grants for charter schools support the startup, expansion, and facilities needs of public charter schools. The primary federal source is the Charter Schools Program (CSP), administered by the U.S. Department of Education, which funds new and expanding charters and facilities financing. Major private funders include the Walton Family Foundation and the Charter School Growth Fund, alongside the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools and various community and education foundations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for charter schools award?

Of the 132 grants for charter schools Grantable lists as of October 12, 2026, 79 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $305K. The largest is $6.0M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for charter schools?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Project Lead The Way Inc (30), Project Lead the Way inc. (16), State Treasurer's Office (9), Texas Education Agency (7), and California State Treasurer's Office (6). In all, 43 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for charter schools due?

Of 132 grants listed, 2 accept applications on a rolling basis, 7 have a published upcoming deadline, 15 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 108 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for charter schools?

The federal Charter Schools Program funds the charter lifecycle, including startup grants for new schools, expansion and replication of high-quality models, and facilities financing. Private funders add grants for school launch, growth, and operations. Many charter schools also access the same federal Title programs available to other public schools, since charters are public schools.

Who funds charter schools?

The U.S. Department of Education's Charter Schools Program is the main federal funder, with subgrants often run through state education agencies. The Walton Family Foundation is the largest private funder of charter startups, and the Charter School Growth Fund and the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools support charter growth and advocacy. State per-pupil funding and local and community foundations also contribute.

Are charter schools eligible for the same grants as other public schools?

Yes. Because charter schools are public schools, they are generally eligible for federal Title programs and many state and foundation grants open to public schools, in addition to charter-specific funding like the CSP. Eligibility for charter-specific grants often depends on authorization status, school stage (startup versus expansion), and state rules. Confirm requirements with each funder and your state charter office.

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