Grants for K-12 Schools
Last updated October 20, 2026
Grantable tracks 2,937 active grants for k-12 schools in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 69 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,551 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.
- Grants tracked
- 2,937
- from 1,428 funders
- Median award
- $7,500
- middle half $2,000–$30K
- Total listed funding
- $261.6M
- across 1,551 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 86
- 206 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Classroom Empowerment Grants (Touchstone Energy) Egyptian Electric Cooperative Association · Foundation ~November · $500 Grants designed to improve educational opportunities for students by funding classroom projects that enhance the learning environment and educational resources. Projects selected by independent panel of judges based on: | |
| UK Annual Writing Award: 'Pleasure in the Task of Writing' International Churchill Society · Foundation ~November · Varies An annual research and writing award for post-16 UK students inspired by the life of Winston Spencer Churchill. | |
| Regional STEM Network - 2nd Round OSIT Grants (Science & Tech) · State Nov 6, 2026 · $7.6M Supports and funds innovative and collaborative initiatives that strengthen awareness, opportunities, and retention in Nevada's STEM education and workforce pathways. | |
| DCIS Foundation Group Travel Scholarships Denver Center for International Studies Foundation · Foundation ~November · $5K – $10K The DCIS Foundation funds immersive educational travel for Denver Public Schools students. Group Travel Scholarships award between $5,000 and $10,000 per group, and the application window opens once a year in the autumn. | |
| FY27 Safe, Healthy, and Responsible Digital Life Grant Program Dept of Education Grants · State Nov 6, 2026 · Varies State competitive grant promoting safe, healthy, and responsible digital life in schools. | |
| Shelby Hudson Scholarship Edmond Public Schools Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies | |
| STAR Grant Program (Serving The Arts Regionally) Adams County Arts Council · Foundation ~November · Varies Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) administers the STAR Grant Program, created as a result of a 1994-95 community assessment that determined the need to fund quality arts programs in schools and the community. | |
| GHMCEF Annual Education Grant Grandview Heights Marble Cliff Education Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies Each year, the Foundation accepts grant requests from Grandview Heights and/or Marble Cliff teachers, administrators and community members who have a compelling ideas that serve the educational mission. | |
| Expand Energy STEM Education Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Nov 10, 2026 · Up to $1K The Expand Energy STEM Education Fund, managed by the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, supports K-12 STEM education in Belmont, Guernsey, and Monroe counties. | |
| School Equipment and Program Grants New England Dairy Promotion Board Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies New England Dairy provides funding to eligible schools to support equipment and marketing needs related to expanding school meal programs including breakfast, summer meals, and serving new dairy menu items like smoothies and hot chocolate… | |
| Arts Education Enrichment Grant Public Corp for the Arts of the City of Long Beach · Foundation ~November · Varies Arts Education Enrichment Grants provide financial support to Long Beach Unified School District schools for arts education programs and field trips. | |
| Educator Grants The Jefferson Foundation · Foundation ~November · Up to $1K This initiative offers all Jeffco staff members the opportunity to apply for funding to enhance their schools or classrooms with innovative resources and programs. | |
| School Grants Program New England Dairy and Food Council · Foundation ~November · Varies New England Dairy provides funding to eligible schools to support equipment and marketing needs related to expanding school meal programs, including breakfast, summer meals, and serving new dairy menu items (smoothies, hot chocolate milk). | |
| PTA Annual Fund Claire Lilienthal Public School PTA · Foundation ~November · Varies The Claire Lilienthal PTA Annual Fund is the first of two major fundraisers for the school year. The CLPTA supplements the school budget with approximately $1 million annually to fund enrichment programs and support staff. | |
| MKF Scholarships Mark Kilroy Foundation · Foundation Nov 15, 2026 · $4K The Mark Kilroy Foundation (MKF) has awarded scholarships for decades. The MKF Scholarship Program serves high schools in Brazoria and Galveston Counties and the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) in Houston, Texas. | |
| Innovations in Education Grants The Somerville Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies The Innovation in Education grant program supports the innovation and creativity of Somerville educators in their pursuit of a high quality and engaging educational experience for all students. | |
| Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) K-8 Scholarship Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia · Foundation ~November · Up to $3K CSFP provides need-based, four-year K-8th grade scholarships for under-resourced Philadelphia families to attend tuition-based schools, awarded by random lottery. | |
| Hankinson Education Foundation Education Grants Hankinson Education Foundation · Foundation Nov 15, 2026 · Varies Provide funding for worthy projects or programs that benefit the education of Hankinson students | |
| CTE Program Enhancement Grant Foundation for Applied Technical Education Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies Foundation for Applied Technical Education, Inc. 8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Cubicle 5049 | |
| National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Nov 18, 2026 · $8,500,000 total The NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program supports collaboration among K-12 educators, technologists, and researchers to develop innovative solutions to persistent challenges in learning and workforce development. | |
| 2026-28 National School Lunch Program Equipment Assistance Subgrant SCDE Grant Opportunities · State Nov 20, 2026 · $38.5M Funding assistance for equipment for schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). School Food Authorities (SFA) may apply on behalf of schools currently participating in NSLP. | |
| Nathan Yip Foundation Multi-Year Grant for Rural Colorado School Districts Nathan Yip Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies Proposals must align with one or more of the following priority areas: | |
| State Programs:Education of Homeless Children and Youth State Board Of Education · State Nov 23, 2026 · $1M – $50M | |
| SHEF Classroom Enrichment Grant Somerset Hills Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · $100 – $3K SHEF has been a transformative force in the Somerset Hills for nearly three decades, providing more than a million dollars in funding to enhance educational experiences for K-12 students. |
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Grants for k-12 schools by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 86 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 206 7%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 977 33%
- No deadline published
- 1,668 57%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 206 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active grants for k-12 schools
- Project Lead The Way Inc 96 active
- Texas Education Agency 67 active
- Project Lead the Way inc. 48 active
- Beatrice Educational Foundation 31 active
- Dept of Education 25 active
- New Jersey Department of Education 22 active
1,428 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 2,937 active grants for k-12 schools (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 20, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 27 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About grants for k-12 schools
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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Grants for K-12 Schools by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for k-12 schools award?
Of the 2,937 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 20, 2026, 1,551 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,500, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $30K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for k-12 schools?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Project Lead The Way Inc (96), Texas Education Agency (67), Project Lead the Way inc. (48), Beatrice Educational Foundation (31), and Dept of Education (25). In all, 1,428 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for k-12 schools due?
Of 2,937 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 206 have a published upcoming deadline, 977 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,668 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in October–December.
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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