Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 21, 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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GO LANE GO Transportation Grant Lane Tech Alumni Association Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The LTAA GO LANE GO Transportation Grant program provides funding for student transportation to programs or activities for Lane Tech students.	Rolling	Varies
KEF: Proven Practices Grant Kennett Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The KEF: Proven Practices Grant aims to enhance K-12 education by funding innovative projects that are not covered by school budgets. Grants up to $4,000 support effective practices that have shown success.	Not published	Up to $12K
Spotlight Fund Grants - Racial Equity in Schools Adopt-A-Classroom Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Spotlight Fund Grants aim to enhance racial equity in K-12 education by providing flexible funding to BIPOC educators.	Not published	$500 – $5K
High Point Community Foundation Annual Grants High Point Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The High Point Community Foundation's Annual Grants Program supports initiatives that address unmet needs in the High Point community.	Not published	Up to $50K
America's Field Trip Contest AMERICA250ORG Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 A nationwide scholastic contest for students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork and essays responding to the prompt "What does America mean to you?" for the chance to earn unique experiences at iconic American sites.	Not published	$500
Gender-Neutral Single-User Restrooms – FY26 – State Funds Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Minnesota Department of Education is offering grants for remodeling, constructing, or repurposing gender-neutral single-user restrooms.	Not published	Up to $150K
Facts on Fire Pilot Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $15K – $60K The Facts on Fire Pilot Grant, funded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance mathematics fact fluency for students in Farmersville ISD and Castleberry ISD.	Not published	$15K – $60K
Marathon County: Beyond Pencils and Crayons Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The Beyond Pencils and Beyond Crayons Grants are designed for K-12 teachers in Marathon County to promote innovative curriculum projects.	Not published	$250 – $5K
PLTW Launch - New Program (EQT Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Launch - New Program grant, provided by the EQT Foundation, aims to support schools in implementing PLTW Launch programs for the upcoming academic year.	Not published	$10K
Ellbogen Foundation Grants The John P Ellbogen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ellbogen Foundation Grants aim to enhance the well-being and education of Wyoming residents.	Not published	Varies
STEM Scholars Program (CLASS Scholarship) Albany State University Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K This project recognizes the impact of financial aid and an ecosystem of academic and co-curricular student supports on student success.	Not published	Up to $10K
Get Schools Cooking Grant Whole Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Get Schools Cooking Grant supports medium-sized U.S. school districts in transforming their meal programs from processed to scratch-cooked foods.	Not published	Up to $250K
Latino Enrollment Institute Scholarship Program Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies Initiative launched to focus on increasing Latino/Hispanic student enrollment in partner Catholic and private schools.	Not published	Varies
STEM Education Grant Program Boston Scientific Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Boston Scientific Foundation aims to enhance health and educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged individuals, particularly in STEM fields.	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants to enhance the quality of life in South Carolina. Grants up to $20,000 support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and opportunity and inclusion.	Not published	Up to $20K
Goldman Fund: Education & Literacy Grant Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund, established in 1992, focuses on enhancing education and literacy in the San Francisco community.	Not published	Varies
Alabama Farm-to-School Culinary Challenge Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Chef Ann Foundation is working with the Alabama State Department of Education Child Nutrition Program to strengthen Alabama's farm-to-school initiatives by creating a culinary training program that teaches districts how to procure and use…	Not published	Varies
Statewide ESSA Title I, Part A Capacity Building Initiative Grant Program Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $380K The Statewide ESSA Title I, Part A Capacity Building Initiative Grant Program, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance educational opportunities through technical assistance and resources for local educational agencies…	Not published	$380K
Teacher Enrichment Grants Deer Park Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Deer Park Education Foundation awards Teacher Enrichment Grants to assist teachers in doing something special for their students in the classroom.	Not published	Up to $3K
Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation Grants Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation provides grants exclusively for 501(c)(3) organizations that support public purposes within the Michigan City Area School District.	Not published	Up to $30K
Vanessa Noble Good Purple Rose Fund Scholarships Upper Dublin Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In partnership with the Upper Dublin Education Foundation, the Vanessa Noble Good Purple Rose Fund helps level the playing field by giving equitable access to enrichment opportunities and educational advancement for underserved students…	Not published	Varies
Maryland School for the Deaf - Columbia Maryland School for the Deaf · State Not published · Varies The Columbia Campus provides a comprehensive Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 program to deaf and hard of hearing students. The Family Education & Early Childhood Department serves ages birth through 5.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Facilities Incentive Grants Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · Varies The State Charter School Incentive Grant Program funds are applied toward a charter school’s annual costs of rent, lease, mortgage, debt service, or Proposition 39 pro-rata payments for facilities, or towards the costs of purchase, design…	Not published	Varies
McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless Children and Youth-Year 1 Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.4M The McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless Children and Youth-Year 1 Competitive grant, funded by the New Jersey Department of Education, aims to enhance educational opportunities for homeless children and youth.	Not published	Up to $2.4M

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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 21, 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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