Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated June 15, 2026

There are currently 3,016 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

Grants for K-12 schools fund instruction, school improvement, technology, and student support through a mix of federal formula grants, state programs, and private giving. The largest federal source is Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (as amended by ESSA), administered by the U.S. Department of Education, alongside Title II, Title III, and Title IV programs. Foundations and corporate funders supplement these with competitive grants for specific initiatives.

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What grants for k-12 schools are open right now?

Varies (First semester 2014-15: over $23,000 invested)
BREVARD SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

"Bright Ideas" Grants Program Funder: Brevard Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Brevard County, Florida - Brevard Public Schools Program Description: Mini-grant program that provides funding for…

Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” District Improvement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Trust aims to…

Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” Innovation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The “Trust” Innovation Grants,…

Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” Model Programs and Best Practices Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Public…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Luzerne County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more of…

South Central Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

$250 Teacher's Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Central Community Foundation Amount: US $250 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The $250 Teacher's Grants, offered by the South Central Community…

Hays CISD Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

100% Hays Student Grants Overview: Provide financial assistance to student programs, clubs, activities and organizations to support students who otherwise can't afford to participate. Geographic…

ROTARY CLUB OF CHARLOTTE NORTH CAR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

1921 Scholarship Fund Overview: Charlotte Rotary's longest running scholarship fund, established in 1921. The fund provides scholarships to undergraduate students on the basis of academic merit,…

Adirondack Garden Club · Rolling / Open Foundation

1928 AGC Founders Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Garden Club Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The 1928 AGC Founders Fund, established by the Adirondack Garden Club, aims to support…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

2025-2026 Discipline and Behavior Supports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 Discipline and Behavior…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool program, administered by the Texas Education…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Sensory Impairments Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $1,415,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Sensory Impairments…

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for K-12 schools?

Federal Title programs under ESSA support low-income students (Title I), teacher and leader quality (Title II), English learners (Title III), and well-rounded education and school safety (Title IV). Beyond federal funding, schools pursue state grants and private and corporate grants for technology, literacy, arts, and other priorities. Most federal funds flow to districts and are distributed by formula based on student need.

Who funds K-12 schools?

The primary public funder is the U.S. Department of Education through ESEA/ESSA Title grants distributed via state education agencies to local school districts. State and local governments provide the majority of overall K-12 funding, while private foundations and corporate giving programs fund competitive grants for specific programs and innovations. Federal dollars are designed to supplement, not replace, state and local resources.

Do individual schools apply, or only districts?

Major federal formula grants such as Title I flow to local education agencies (districts), which then allocate funds to qualifying schools, so individual schools usually do not apply directly. Competitive grants from foundations and corporations may accept applications from individual schools, parent organizations, or educators. Review each opportunity to confirm whether the district, school, or an individual is the eligible applicant.

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