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 state and 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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PLTW Engineering - New Program (PPG Industries) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Engineering grant, funded by PPG Industries, aims to support schools in implementing PLTW Engineering programs for the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$15K
YCF Educator Mini-Grants Your Community Foundation of North Central WV Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The YCF Educator Mini-Grants program provides funding up to $750 to enhance learning experiences for PK-12 educators in Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, and Taylor Counties.	Not published	Up to $750
Title I - Improving The Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged Department of Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Mobile Yogurt Parfait Bar Kit School Nutrition Program Grant American Dairy Association Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Dairy Association Indiana sees the importance of meeting students where they're at when it comes to food and beverage trends, as well as meal service location and innovation.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Growth Fund Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) identifies high-performing charter schools and helps them expand, boosting academic outcomes, raising graduation rates, and unlocking opportunities for more students.	Not published	Varies
Arts Grants The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K Grants to fund visual and performance art programs across elementary, middle, and high schools in the district.	Not published	$1K – $4K
Strengthening Civics Education in Appalachian Ohio RFA Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, in collaboration with the Longaberger Family Foundation, is dedicated to enhancing K-12 civics education across Appalachian Ohio.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Reeder Memorial Scholarship Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
PLTW Gateway- Program Expansion ( Indiana) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Gateway Program Expansion in Indiana aims to enhance STEM education by providing grants for schools to implement or expand existing PLTW programs during the 2026-2027 academic year.	Not published	$15K
Classroom Grants Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $230K Classroom Grants have been a staple of Berkeley public school classrooms since 1984. The program provides funding for innovative and creative classroom projects initiated by teachers.	Not published	Up to $230K
Peninsula Activities: Harry F. Wall Memorial Fund Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Peninsula Activities: Harry F. Wall Memorial Fund Grant, offered by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving South Hampton Roads.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Denver Test Prep SAT Tutoring Scholarship DSST Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship is funded by Denver Test Prep, Denver and Boulder's premier tutoring company. The program provides individual SAT tutoring sessions to DSST students who demonstrate financial need.	Not published	Varies
Stop School Violence RFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Varies One (1) statewide grant will be awarded to strengthen community partnerships and support the recruitment and retention of NJ public school districts to the SSV Program.	Not published	Varies
Perkins V Plus Reserve Grant Georgia Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Perkins V Plus Reserve Grant aims to enhance educational resources for Georgia’s public schools, particularly in rural areas and those with significant career and technical education student populations.	Not published	Up to $25K
Alabama Power Foundation: Field Trip Grants Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Alabama Power Foundation offers Field Trip Grants aimed at enhancing educational experiences for K-12 students. These grants support trips to historical sites, museums, and nature preserves, fostering curiosity and engagement.	Not published	Up to $3K
Louise Lightner Jamison Teacher Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Louise Lightner Jamison Teacher Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supports high school seniors from Prince William County, particularly those in Haymarket and Gainesville, pursuing…	Not published	Up to $2K
OtterCares Foundation: Innovation Station Fund Grant Otter Cares Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Innovation Station Fund provides grants to schools and nonprofits in Weld and Larimer county of Colorado for the creation of innovative, hands-on learning spaces.	Not published	Varies
USTA Florida Foundation Community Tennis Grants USTA Florida Section Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Title II, Part A - NCLB: Preparing, Training and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To increase the academic achievement of all students by helping schools and school systems improve teacher and principal quality.	Not published	Varies
Grants to Schools New Rochelle Fund for Educational · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Fund's hallmark Grants to Schools can supplement funding for enrichment that might not otherwise happen or help launch an innovative new idea.	Rolling	Varies
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K ExxonMobil's partnership with PLTW Gateway aims to enhance K-12 STEM education by expanding programs in four Greater Houston districts.	Not published	$10K
Guy Harvey Field Trip Grant Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K How to Become a Guy Harvey Conservation School:	Not published	Up to $1K
Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 The Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship, established by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers two scholarships of $700 each for students pursuing a teaching career.	Not published	Up to $700
Eleanor Friedberg Art Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Eleanor Friedberg Art Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors from Pittsburgh Public Schools and nearby areas who aspire to study the arts.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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