Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 22, 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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5x5 and Teacher Arts Grant (TA) Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The 5x5 and Teacher Arts Grant (TA) provides vital support to K-12 teachers and administrators in Kentucky and Indiana, enhancing classroom instruction through arts integration.	Not published	Varies
Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program American Water Works Company, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The AW Environmental Grant Program, backed by American Water Works Company, Inc., aims to support community-driven projects focused on water conservation and the protection of vital water resources.	Not published	Varies
Annual District Grants Program Byram Hills Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $313K	Not published	$1K – $313K
Classroom Enhancement Grants Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Classroom Enhancement Grants aim to improve the quality of life in rural Oklahoma by providing funding opportunities for Pre-K through 12th-grade educators.	Not published	Up to $5K
Funding for College Test Preparation Courses Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation provides funding to cover the costs of college admissions test preparation courses for high school students, helping them maximize performance on college exams and improve competitiveness in…	Not published	Varies
Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS) Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $109K The Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS) grant, provided by the New Jersey Department of Education, supports Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in implementing high-quality universal literacy screeners for grades K-3.	Not published	Up to $109K
Classroom Education Grant Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting innovative classroom projects and programs that stimulate learning and help educators meet state standards.	Not published	Varies
OAC Arts Learning: Big Yellow School Bus Grant Ohio Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Big Yellow School Bus program, offered by the Ohio Arts Council, supports school field trips to arts and cultural activities by covering transportation costs.	Not published	Up to $500
SDAC Professional Development Grant South Dakota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The SDAC Professional Development Grant, offered by the South Dakota Arts Council, supports K-12 arts teachers through funding for attendance at professional development activities.	Not published	Up to $500
Just My Wish Foundation - Elementary Media Center Grant Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Help integrate hard-bound books into the elementary media centers.	Not published	Varies
Transportation Funding Request The Dixon Gallery & Gardens Endowment Fund · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Dixon Gallery & Gardens provides funding to cover transportation costs for school groups and facilities visiting the museum.	Rolling	Varies
STEM Activity Grant Views on Learning Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Available within 35-mile radius of VOL service areas: Anchorage, AK; Casper, WY; Columbus, OH; Des Moines, IA; Fairbanks, AK; Fort Myers, FL; Islamorada, FL; Lansing, MI; Lewiston, ID; Madison, GA; Merced, CA; Monterey, CA; Pocatello, ID…	Not published	Varies
Daniel J. Briggs Fund for Integrity Grant Program Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation stewards several charitable funds that annually award grants to support nonprofit organization programs, projects and initiatives positively impacting the quality of life across Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence…	Not published	Varies
Edna Berg Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edna Berg Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, is aimed at graduate students pursuing a certificate, endorsement, or degree in Library Media K-12.	Not published	Varies
Curiosity Pass: A Cultural Education Program (formerly 4Culture: Public School Cultural Access Grant) 4Culture · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Curiosity Pass: A Cultural Education Program supports arts, cultural, and science education for King County K-12 students.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Collaborative Grants Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brookline Education Foundation offers Collaborative Grants to Public Schools of Brookline (MA) educators, listed among its grants-and-awards programs with an online application.	Not published	Varies
Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship, established by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, aims to support graduating seniors from Beatrice High School pursuing higher education, particularly in art-related fields.	Not published	$500
inSIGHT Educational Grants for Teachers Insight Through Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies All educators in Palm Beach County Schools are eligible:	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - 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
Mini-Grants: Instructional or Enhancement Grants The Plymouth Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K	Rolling	Up to $1K
HFEE General Grant Program Hayward Foundation for Educational · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment provides grants to support educational enrichment projects for schools in the Hayward Community School District (HCSD).	Not published	Varies
The Mary B. Nickell Fund For Arts Education Grant Greater Greenbrier Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Mary B. Nickell Fund for Arts Education Grant aims to support enrichment programs in art within Greenbrier County public schools.	Not published	Up to $2K
Education Employee Well-Being (EEW) Grant OEA Choice Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant supported education organizations in building employee well-being programs. Referenced as a predecessor grant that organizations can graduate from into the Sustain Grant program.	Not published	Varies
McCluskey Family Foundation: Trilogy Grants Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K The Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation offers Trilogy Grants to organizations that have received at least three Single-Year grants.	Not published	$35K

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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 22, 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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