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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School Founders Program New Schools for Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies A highly-selective yearlong fellowship for aspiring charter school founders in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Daniel Foundation of Alabama: Education & Youth Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To view the other grant priority areas for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama, please follow these links:_ The Daniel Foundation believes that a quality education provides the basis for individual opportunity and economic vitality.	Not published	Varies
The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · $10M – $25M The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program provides low-cost loans of up to $250,000 to charter schools The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund (CSRFL) Program provides low-cost loans of up to $250,000 to charter schools, with priority…	Not published	$10M – $25M
Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant Indiana Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant by the Indiana Department of Education supports schools in utilizing formative assessments to enhance curriculum and instruction.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (ON Semiconductor Foundation) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K Onsemi is a leading semiconductor manufacturer serving tens of thousands of customers across several markets with intelligent power and sensing technologies.	Not published	$10K
Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740) State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · Varies To provide financial assistance for charter school facilities.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Computer Science program expansion, funded by Chevron, aims to enhance educational opportunities in Mississippi.	Not published	$5K
PLTW Computer Science - New Program - In Partnership With: Arrow Electronics Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The PLTW Computer Science program, in partnership with Arrow Electronics, offers $20,000 in grants for schools to implement or expand their computer science curriculum.	Not published	Up to $20K
Closed Charter School Records Custodian Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $550K The Texas Education Agency is the state agency that oversees primary and secondary public education. It is headed by the commissioner of education.	Not published	$550K
New Start Grant Education Forward DC · Foundation Not published · Varies Education Forward DC supports leaders opening new schools in DC. The formal New Start Grant process was launched in March 2019 as part of efforts to expand the network of grantees and ensure transparent, equitable funding processes.	Not published	Varies
The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program Grant California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program provides low-cost loans up to $250,000 to charter schools, prioritizing those opening in the current fiscal year.	Not published	Up to $250K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Chevron has committed funds to support PLTW Gateway programs in Mississippi, aiming to enhance K-12 educational experiences. Since 2009, over $24 million has been invested nationally, benefiting over 411,000 students and 9,500 teachers.	Not published	$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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