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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20% Facilities Funds / 20% Vocational SEEK Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Funding for vocational facilities and Career and Technical Education infrastructure. Guidance documents available for implementation.	Not published	Varies
McKinney-Vento Competitive Grant Program (NY) New York State Education Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The McKinney-Vento Competitive Grant Program in New York supports educational initiatives for homeless children and youth, ensuring they have equal access to quality education.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
Curvey Scholar Program Brewster Academy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Curvey Scholar Program was launched at Brewster Academy in 2009 to provide deserving students from the Lakes Region with educational opportunities they otherwise would be unable to afford.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Title IV, Part A, ESC Capacity Building State Initiative Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $592K The 2025-2026 Title IV, Part A ESC Capacity Building State Initiative, funded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance educational outcomes across Texas.	Not published	$592K
Backpack to School Vital Life a Marquis and Consonus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Backpack to School is a Vital Life Foundation initiative providing essential school supplies to children in grades K–6 whose parents work in senior healthcare communities.	Not published	Varies
Pearl and Lafayette Hubbs Scholarship Farragut High School Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WebAssign Program Needham B Broughton Capital · Foundation Not published · Varies Funds WebAssign, an online assessment and assignment system used by math and science teachers as a crucial aspect to their instruction and practice.	Not published	Varies
JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative for Students and Youth RFP Grant Jams Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative for Students and Youth RFP aims to support conflict resolution education and training for Pre-K to 12th grade students and adults working with them.	Not published	Up to $40K
Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching (K–8) Grant National Council of Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching grant, sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aims to enhance K–8 mathematics education through collaborative writing and material development.	Not published	Up to $15K
ESC Perkins Statewide Initiative Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $100K The ESC Perkins Statewide Initiative Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance the capacity of Education Service Centers (ESCs) through approved training on federal grant compliance.	Not published	$100K
Connect for Success: Student Access Donation Program Grant Mobile Beacon · Foundation Not published · Varies Mobile Beacon's Connect for Success program addresses the digital divide by providing schools with essential technology resources.	Not published	Varies
Braitmayer Foundation Grant The Braitmayer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Braitmayer Foundation seeks to support organizations advancing equitable access to experiential learning that is meaningful and relevant to students’ lives, including project-based and other active learning approaches.	Not published	Varies
Capital Funding & Special Projects Northwestern Lehigh Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation works with the district administration to selectively fund capital projects that impact the learning environment as funds allow.	Not published	Varies
BISA Attendance Improvement Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The BISA Attendance Improvement Fund, managed by the Berks County Community Foundation, offers grants of up to $1,000 to enhance school attendance in Berks County.	Not published	Up to $1K
Student Alumni Grant Awards Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Funding to ensure students from Fayetteville High School and ALLPS (Arkansas Leadership and Legacy Programs School) have the opportunity to be engaged in extraordinary programs.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Character and Citizenship (Char Cady) SEL Grant White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundat · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed among the various grants available through the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation. Limited information provided on website.	Not published	Varies
Tatar Tuition Assistance Fund Henry J Smith Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2006, the Walter Tatar Family Tuition Assistance Fund has allowed the Henry J. Smith Charitable Trust to provide financial aid to families that qualify for tuition assistance at St. Malachy School.	Not published	Varies
Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant Indiana Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Formative (Interim) Assessment Grant by the Indiana Department of Education supports schools in utilizing formative assessments to enhance curriculum and instruction.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Education Grants Oak Hills Alumni & Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP) Careers in Construction Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K	Not published	Up to $1K
Bill Lindauer Award Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide a new teacher with the opportunity to enhance his or her classroom environment in a way that will engage students and foster their excitement about learning.	Not published	Varies
Arts Miles Directory Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Miles Directory Grant connects schools in Kentucky with artistic experiences through approved field trip destinations.	Not published	Varies
Winneconne Area Education Fund Grant Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Winneconne Area Education Fund, established in 1998, aims to enhance educational experiences for students in the Winneconne Community School District.	Not published	Up to $1K
PLTW Launch - New Program (Burns and McDonnell) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Launch program, supported by Burns and McDonnell, aims to enhance student engagement in STEM education within eligible communities.	Not published	$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 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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