Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 21, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,937 active grants for k-12 schools in its free grants database, drawn from 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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ReTreeUS School and Community Orchards Grant Program United Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The ReTreeUS School and Community Orchards Grant Program aims to inspire future generations through hands-on education in orchards and gardens.	Not published	Varies
Raley's Extra Credit Grants Raley's · Foundation Not published · Varies At Raley’s, we believe that giving back is one of the most important things we do. We have re-aligned our giving strategy to ensure our community giving reflects our company’s vision of changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time.	Not published	Varies
TMJF Financial Literacy Program - Newark Public Schools The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K TMJF committed to building out a Digital Education Academy to help NPS students discover passion and career pathways, offering disciplines including: Studies project that by 2053, African Americans will have negative net worth in the US…	Not published	Up to $40K
Technology Fund Grant Sheboygan Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation - Capacity Building Award Grant Pottstown Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation offers a Capacity Building Award aimed at strengthening nonprofits in its service area.	Not published	Up to $150K
Albany Area Education Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Albany Area Education Foundation (AAEF) provides grants to faculty, staff, and administrators in the Albany Area Schools to enhance educational experiences.	Not published	Varies
Rotary Scholarship Brentwood Rotary Club · Foundation Not published · $3K – $12K	Not published	$3K – $12K
Innovative Grants San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Grants that support innovative ideas from SAISD educators to enhance student learning and classroom experiences.	Not published	Up to $5K
America's Healthiest Schools Alliance for a Healthier Generation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual award program that recognizes schools for implementing best practices to support student, staff, and family health.	Not published	Varies
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Teacher Awards Grant Martha Holden Jennings Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K The Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Teacher Awards recognize outstanding PK-12 teachers in Ohio, providing $7,500 awards to selected individuals nominated by their superintendents.	Not published	$8K
2025-2027 Development of Accelerated Supports Grant Program Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $25M The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is launching the 2025-2027 Development of Accelerated Supports Grant Program to provide essential support for K-12 education.	Not published	$25M
Winchester Education Foundation Black History Month Award Winchester Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This award is specified to acknowledge students of African American heritage and invest in their future with the support of local donors who share this mission.	Not published	Varies
Roger M. Mulford Visiting Artists Program Belmont Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Throughout the year, the FBE in conjunction with BPS Arts will organize a combination of critiques for students, demonstrations, and public lectures in the arts.	Not published	Varies
Larry Argersinger Memorial Scholarship Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A named memorial scholarship for Council Bluffs Community School District seniors.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Education Pathways Project Grant Program Sonoma County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies About the Environmental Education Pathways Project The Environmental Education Pathways Project (Pathways Project) is an initiative of the Sonoma Environmental Education Collaborative (SEEC), whose mission is to catalyze cooperation…	Not published	Varies
Trees for Schools: Tree-planting Grants for New Jersey Public Schools, Colleges, and Universities Sustainable Jersey · Foundation Not published · Varies To achieve a brighter future, one school at a time. Empower New Jersey communities to build a better world for future generations with the tools, training and financial incentives necessary to pursue critical sustainability initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Beaver Toyota Fund-A-Project Teacher Grants Flagler County Education Direct Support Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Flagler County Education Foundation empowers teachers by rewarding creative, innovative projects through competitively awarded yearly grants. These projects enrich students' educational experiences.	Not published	Varies
NewSchools: Innovative Schools Grant New Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · $150K – $250K The NewSchools: Innovative Schools Grant supports education leaders aiming to create new public and charter schools that address the unique needs of today's students.	Not published	$150K – $250K
Equity Grants for Educators Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Equity Grants for Educators support initiatives that address equity, belonging, and inclusion in Berkeley public schools. These grants fuel innovation and address systemic barriers to educational equity.	Not published	Varies
Island Thrift Nida Paggao Scholarship Island Thrift · Foundation Not published · $1K Applications are made through Oak Harbor High School's scholarship application process and are reviewed by partners at the Oak Harbor Educational Foundation.	Not published	$1K
Laurie Pitman Award Arts for Oakland Kids · Foundation Not published · $5K Introduced in AOK's 25th year to honor Laurie's invaluable contributions and vision of providing every child in Oakland with great arts education every week	Not published	$5K
Goldsmith Family Foundation Grant The Goldsmith Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Goldsmith Family Foundation is committed to enhancing the lives of Baltimore area youth by providing enriched educational and cultural opportunities.	Not published	Varies
James G. Lanahan Scholarship The John Tramontano Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies Named scholarship program offered by the JPT Foundation to support education.	Not published	Varies
Kids on Courts Grant The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation’s Kids on Courts Grant aims to grow the game of tennis by supporting community-based organizations and schools in developing impactful tennis programs.	Not published	Varies

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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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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 21, 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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