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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Title I, 1003 School Improvement Grant (SIG) Supplemental Support New York State Education Department · Foundation Not published · $20K The Title I, 1003 School Improvement Grant (SIG) Supplemental Support provides essential funding to eligible school districts in New York.	Not published	$20K
Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant Colorado Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant (ELG) Program, established by the Colorado READ Act in 2012, aims to enhance early literacy through evidence-based reading instruction.	Not published	Varies
Kaiser Permanente School-Based Health Center Planning Grants Washington School-Based Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K Support up to 5 collaborative partnerships in the planning and development of school-based health centers (SBHCs) for the purpose of improving the health of young people, promoting the full participation of SBHCs in the regional health…	Not published	Up to $60K
Therapeutic Classroom Grant Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Therapeutic Classroom Grant, funded by the Iowa Department of Education, supports public school districts in creating therapeutic classrooms for students aged 3 to 21.	Not published	Varies
EASI: Exploration Supports Route Grant Colorado Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $42K – $150K The EASI: Exploration Supports Route, initiated by the Colorado Department of Education, provides streamlined funding for school improvement efforts in alignment with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).	Not published	$42K – $150K
Theo Hornbacher Memorial Scholarship Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support future Visual Arts graduates of Los Angeles County High School for the Arts in memory of 2018 alumnus Theo Hornbacher	Not published	Varies
Community Charitable Grants Morgan Hill Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Morgan Hill Community Foundation is offering Community Charitable Grants totaling $32,000 for local nonprofits and public schools. This initiative aims to fund 10-15 unique projects that enrich the Morgan Hill community.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Meals Incentives for Small & Rural Schools Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies As part of a cooperative agreement to develop and implement the USDA Food and Nutrition Service's Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative, Action for Healthy Kids and its partners RMC Health and Chef Ann Foundation have awarded grants to small…	Not published	Varies
Lewis Career & Technical High School Scholarship The Ingram Lee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Ingram Lee Foundation awards annual scholarships to graduating students from Lewis Career & Technical High School.	Not published	$5K
Jerry Finn Diversity Education Scholarship Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K Beyond the financial award, scholarship recipients will:	Not published	$10K – $30K
Mini-Grants for Teachers Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mini-Grants for Teachers program provides funding to K-12 teachers in the South Plains area to purchase classroom materials, equipment, and supplies that fall outside their standard annual school budgets.	Not published	Varies
Hamilton Family Foundation Grant Hamilton Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Multi-year grants: requests must be approved in advance by the Trust Office._ A community where strong and accessible education can expand worlds and change lives.	Not published	Varies
Arts Education Grant Program Sonoma County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Education Grant Program, managed by Community Foundation Sonoma County, aims to enhance equitable access to high-quality arts education in Sonoma County.	Not published	Varies
Connect With A Classroom Grants Education Foundation of Collier County Inc · Foundation Rolling · $20 – $2K An online grant portal that enables Collier County teachers to post funding requests for innovative classroom projects, and allows community members to sponsor/fund specific teacher requests.	Rolling	$20 – $2K
KLA-Tencor Foundation: Education Opportunity Fund Grant KLA Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The KLA-Tencor Foundation's Education Opportunity Fund aims to enhance educational access, promote emotional well-being, and improve educational systems, particularly for under-resourced K-12 students.	Not published	$50K – $250K
Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund - High School Applicants Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Easily learn more about the Dr. J.B. and Mrs. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 01 May 2026.	Not published	$1K
Officer Destin Legieza Scholarship Brentwood Rotary Club · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K A scholarship honoring the memory of Officer Destin Legieza, specifically designed for students pursuing Criminal Justice at Middle Tennessee State University.	Not published	$2K – $8K
Georgia Making the Shade Program Grant Georgia Forestry Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Georgia Making the Shade Program Grant aims to enhance elementary school campuses by funding the planting of trees in playground areas. With grants up to $10,000, eligible applicants include schools, PTAs, and community groups.	Not published	Up to $10K
Young Achievers Award Loudon County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition program created by the International Leadership Network to honor students who exhibit dedication for learning and involvement in their community.	Not published	Varies
Marr Catholic School Scholarships The Catholic Community Fund of the Archdiocese of Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Boston (recent recipients included Boston College High School, Archbishop Williams High School, Pope St. John Paul II Catholic Academy, Cathedral High School) Scholarships to support Catholic school…	Not published	Varies
Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant Maryland State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $237K The Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant for FY 2026 aims to enhance arts education by supporting the Maryland Centers for Creative Classrooms (MC3) initiatives.	Not published	Up to $237K
Karl Allen / John Magnetti Scholarship Hot Springs County School District · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MCAN: Promising Practices Grants Michigan College Access Network · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase college readiness, participation, and completion in Michigan, particularly among low income students, first-generation college-going students, and students of color.	Not published	Varies
AGRI Equipment Grant Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The AGRI Equipment Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, provides funding up to $25,000 for equipment purchases that support Farm to School initiatives.	Not published	Up to $25K

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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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