Last updated June 19, 2026
There are currently 3,012 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.
One-Time Scholarship (OTS) Overview: A flexible scholarship option for donors to make one-time donations at any time to support "Rising Stars"—students without SPP sponsors who need financial support…
OnPoint Community Builder Award Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Oregon and Southwest Washington schools Focus Areas: School projects that enrich schools, students, and faculty Eligibility:…
OnPoint Community Credit Union: Support for Schools Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Onpoint Community Credit Union Amount: US $250 - US $2,500 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary OnPoint Community…
Open Education Resources (OER) Grants Funder: Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) Status: Active - 2025-26 academic year awards announced March 18, 2025 Geographic Scope: Colorado Program…
Open Education Resources (OER) Reviewer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $3,000,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Open Education Resources (OER) Reviewer…
Open Enrollment Transportation Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $7,000,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary Overview About the…
Openlands School Garden Growth Grant Geographic Scope: Chicago region schools in Openlands' network (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties) Focus Areas: - Support for existing…
Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Daniel Foundation of Alabama Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Daniel Foundation of Alabama provides operating grants, up to…
Operation Round Up Grants Funder: South Central Power Company Foundation Geographic Scope: 24-county service territory of South Central Power Company (Ohio) Focus Areas: Grants support communities…
Operation Round Up Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: South Plains Electric Cooperative through Operation Round Up program Amount: $500 per grant Geographic Scope: Service area of South Plains Electric…
Opportunity Fund Overview The Opportunity Fund exists to help level the playing field. This flexible funding supports schools and students who have traditionally gone without, with a special focus on…
Opportunity Fund Overview: The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County…
Opportunity Grants - Community Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Help educators and schools support essential needs…
Opportunity Grants - Innovation and Leadership Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Support projects and initiatives…
Opportunity Grants - Pathways Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County Schools (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Provide students with a clear direction for their…
Optimum Innovative Teaching Grant Geographic Scope: Rockland County, New York Focus Areas: Innovative teaching methods, immersive learning experiences, educational tools and technology Program…
Orange Schools Foundation Grants Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Orange City School District and New Directions (Ohio) Focus Areas: - Innovative and out-of-the-ordinary programs and projects…
Program helping students in low-income situations participate in rigorous Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate coursework by reducing financial barriers. Increases college opportunities…
Oregon Battle of the Books Overview: A reading and literacy program for K-5 grade students in McMinnville School District. This program originated as a teacher mini-grant pilot project and has become…
Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Oregon Natural Resources…
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.
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.
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.