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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Aaron Davis Scholarship Fund New Rochelle Fund for Educational · Foundation Not published · Varies The Aaron Davis Scholarship Fund was founded in 2023 to honor the legacy and love for the performing arts of Aaron Davis (NRHS '20).	Not published	Varies
John Patrick Keck Fund for Essential Student Needs Millcreek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide financial support for students facing essential needs, ensuring access to education without financial barriers. Students attending schools in the Millcreek Township School District	Not published	Varies
Family Assistance Fund Falls Church Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K Provide support for the neediest families in Falls Church City Public Schools	Not published	$35K
Arts in Education Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies Arts in Education grants provide funds to Teaching Artists on the MSAC Teaching Artist Roster to support educational engagements at Maryland-based nonprofit organizations, schools, and other government entities.	Not published	Varies
Ghoulson Fund Orange Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
OC-CNPS: The Acorn Grant California Native Plant Society: Orange County Chapter · Foundation Not published · $150 – $1K The Acorn Grant, offered by the California Native Plant Society's Orange County Chapter, supports public schools in Orange County for creating school gardens featuring native plants.	Not published	$150 – $1K
Teacher Preparation The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies By 2035, the percentage of certified K-12 teachers in Philadelphia will increase and the racial/ethnic makeup of the city's teaching workforce will be more reflective of its students.	Not published	Varies
School Breakfast Collaboration Grant Project Bread-the Walk for Hunger Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The School Breakfast Collaboration Grant, offered by Project Bread, aims to assist Massachusetts schools in developing and expanding breakfast programs to combat hunger.	Not published	Up to $4K
Daniel Foundation of Alabama: Education & Youth Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To view the other grant priority areas for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama, please follow these links:_ The Daniel Foundation believes that a quality education provides the basis for individual opportunity and economic vitality.	Not published	Varies
CIS NAV Application Development Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $200K The CIS NAV Application Development Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance student support data management for Communities In Schools (CIS) affiliates throughout Texas.	Not published	$200K
NSHSS Experiential Learning Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The NSHSS Experiential Learning Grant supports high school educators by providing $1,000 grants to create hands-on learning opportunities.	Not published	$1K
Nita M. Lowey’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens Programs Grant California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $255K The Nita M. Lowey’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, currently on hiatus, has provided critical support since 1994 for community learning centers that enhance academic enrichment for students in high-poverty schools.	Not published	$50K – $255K
Chehalis Foundation Scholarships (40+ programs) The Chehalis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chehalis Foundation highlights over 40 scholarships to support local Chehalis High School students in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	Varies
Cultural Collaborations Access Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Not published · Up to $100K Awards to support high-quality, short-term arts and cultural activities for grades K-12 at school sites during the school day. Rolling deadline: at least 30 days prior to planned activity.	Not published	Up to $100K
The Samull Classroom Herb Garden Grants The Herb Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Samull Classroom Herb Garden Grant, established through a generous donation from Donald Samull, supports elementary classrooms (grades K-6) with at least ten students to create herb gardens.	Not published	$500
Campaign for Grade Level Reading Heart of Indiana United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of a nationwide movement to help children from birth through 3rd grade, especially those from asset-limited families, succeed in life by focusing on grade-level reading by the end of third grade.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K ExxonMobil's partnership with PLTW Launch aims to enhance K-12 STEM education by providing grants for program expansion in the Greater Houston area.	Not published	$5K
Nancy Stump Seiger Scholarship Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nancy Stump Seiger Scholarship Fund, managed by the Berks County Community Foundation, offers scholarships to graduating seniors from Berks County planning to pursue education at Kutztown University.	Not published	Varies
GF Scholarship Programs: Merit Scholarship Grant The Gerber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gerber Foundation Merit Scholarship supports students graduating from select high schools in Newaygo, Muskegon, and Oceana Counties, with a GPA between 2.00 and 3.70.	Not published	Varies
Waukesha Education Foundation Grants Waukesha Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waukesha Education Foundation Grants aim to enhance educational experiences for students in the Waukesha School District by providing funding for innovative and enrichment programs not covered by the district's budget.	Not published	Varies
Maps Teacher Grant Program Marion and Polk Schools Credit Union · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Funds classroom and schoolwide projects that benefit local students. Part of the Foundation's Education impact area, closely tied to Maps Credit Union's roots as a teacher's credit union.	Not published	Up to $25K
OSGC Mini-Grant Program Ohio Aerospace Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The OSGC Mini-Grant Program supports innovative STEM projects for Ohio K-12 teachers, offering up to $1,000 in funding with a required 1:1 cost share.	Not published	Up to $1K
Debby Hilburn Learning Center Support Fund Washington Township Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Donations support additional resources and supplies for the North Central High School Learning Center, an academic support center serving all NC students.	Not published	Varies
Career Awards for STEM Teachers Grant Burroughs Wellcome Fund · Foundation Not published · $175K The Burroughs Wellcome Fund's Career Award for STEM Teachers honors exceptional educators in North Carolina public schools.	Not published	$175K

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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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