Grants for K-12 Schools

Grants for K-12 Schools provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

3,114 grants
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily
NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Noble County Chess Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Noble County Chess Fund, established in 1996 by Tom Feichter, is…

BRANCH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branch County Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Nola and…

DAS Grants · Rolling / Open State

School construction project grants that can skip the Priority List for direct approval by the Office of Grants Administration. Eligible for certain types of school construction projects that do not…

DAS Grants · Rolling / Open State

School construction projects that can skip the Priority List for direct approval by the Office of Grants Administration. Discover what kinds of school construction projects qualify for expedited…

SHEBOYGAN PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Non-Technology Fund Grant Funder: Sheboygan Public Education Foundation (SPEF) Geographic Scope: Sheboygan Area School District (SASD), Sheboygan, Wisconsin Focus Areas: - Non-technology projects and…

WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norm Pippin Mental Health Fund Status: Active (mentioned in grants listing) Geographic Scope: White Bear Lake Area School District (Minnesota) Focus Area: Mental health support Overview: Listed among…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Adams School District Music Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $2,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The North Adams…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Crawford Excellence in Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The North Crawford Excellence in…

SPIRIT OF CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northern Kentucky University Scholarship Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation in partnership with Northern Kentucky University Geographic Scope: Northern Kentucky area Focus Areas: -…

NORTHWEST REGIONAL ESD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Regional Education Service District Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $2,500 Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA CO · October 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Northwestern Bank School Mini-Grants Overview: Northwestern Bank awards mini-grants to Chippewa County educators to fund innovative learning and motivational activities or service learning projects…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northwoods Educational Opportunities Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Northwoods Educational…

THE NORTON FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Norton Foundation Grant We believe that education is the force that reorganizes imagination into inventiveness and that transforms desire into action.  We believe that to be effective,…

THE ALBERTSONS COMPANIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nourishing Neighbors Focus: Fighting food insecurity and ensuring at-risk children, adults, seniors, and families have access to food they need to succeed. Mission: The Albertsons Companies…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

NOVA Parks Outdoor Kids Grants Overview: NOVA Parks offers grants to Title-I schools in Northern Virginia, helping cover costs for field trips to its parklands, including the Roving Naturalist…

NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT EDUCATIONAL · May 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

NPSD Educational Foundation Classroom Project Grants Geographic Scope: North Penn School District (PA, US) Funder: North Penn School District Educational Foundation Program Background: Since its…

NEWTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NSF Scholarships Overview: The Newton Schools Foundation administers multiple scholarship programs for Newton Public Schools students, including scholarships from the Weiss Foundation, Swett…

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U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal

NSF STEM K-12 The NSF STEM K-12 program in the Division of Research on Learning in Formal and Informal Settings (DRL) in the Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) supports fundamental, applied, and…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of grants for k-12 schools are available?
Grants for K-12 Schools come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for grants for k-12 schools?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for grants for k-12 schools?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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