Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 20, 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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The Louis Padovano Grants The Lotos Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Louis Padovano Grants, awarded by The Lotos Foundation, support not-for-profit organizations in New York City that provide free arts and science programs to middle and high school students.	Not published	$8K
Champions Grant Program Jimmie Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K	Not published	$25K – $100K
Sprint to Excellence Grant Initiative St Croix Foundation for Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sprint to Excellence Grant Initiative provides targeted grants to public and small private and parochial schools on the island of St. Croix.	Not published	Up to $10K
High School Tennis Team Grant Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 Support high school tennis teams striving to grow their programs and inspire a love for tennis among students.	Not published	Up to $250
St Joseph School District Foundation Euler, Earl E and Elmyra J Leininger Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · $1K Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Inc. was established in 2009 as a 501(c)3 public charity to help donors support their favorite charities while receiving maximum tax advantage.	Not published	$1K
PLTW Computer Science- Program Expansion (Indiana) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Computer Science Program Expansion Grant in Indiana offers $10,000 to support the implementation and expansion of PLTW Computer Science programs for the 2026-2027 academic year.	Not published	$10K
Curriculum Enrichment Grants Foundation of the Monroe County Community Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
KinderCamp United Way California Capital Region · Foundation Not published · Varies KinderCamp is a free school readiness program designed to prepare children for kindergarten success through engaging activities and skill-building.	Not published	Varies
Katie's Kids Grant Program Kaitlyn Eckelberry Memorial Fund · Foundation Rolling · $150	Rolling	$150
TFF: Brown County Public School Grant Fund Tracy Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brown County Public School Grant Fund, provided by the Tracy Family Foundation, aims to support educational initiatives for Pre-K through Grade 12 public school districts in Mt. Sterling, Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Recommended Funds Program Institute for Better Education · Foundation Not published · Varies A program allowing families to solicit donations from friends and family members to support scholarships for eligible students. Families can recommend specific students or schools to receive donations through the tax credit programs.	Not published	Varies
PCEN Grant Funding Saint John Henry Newman Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant funding to help schools deepen Catholic identity, enrich educational programming, and position for lasting growth. Grants support growth across the following categories:	Not published	Varies
Edwin W. Martin and Aletha C. Martin Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $22K The Edwin W. Martin and Aletha C. Martin Scholarship, established by the Estate of Aletha C. Martin, offers an annual award amount of $22,300 for multiple scholarships.	Not published	Up to $22K
Classroom Grants Gretna Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $34K The Classroom Grant program is designed to encourage teachers to think outside the box and be innovative with a portion of their curriculum, providing unique educational opportunities for their students.	Not published	$34K
Larry Seneta Athletic Achievement Award The John Tramontano Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies Named award recognizing athletic achievement among high school students.	Not published	Varies
Henry L. & Ruth O. Elmer Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry L. & Ruth O. Elmer Scholarship, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports students from Janesville Craig, Janesville Parker, and Milton High Schools pursuing nursing careers at accredited institutions.	Not published	Varies
School-Based Wellness Center Grant Program Valley Health Foundation (VHF) · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Education RFP The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
K-12 Education Grants Idaho National Laboratory (INL) · Foundation Not published · $2K The K-12 Education Grants offered by Idaho National Laboratory aim to enhance STEM education in Idaho. These grants support innovative, student-centered projects to improve learning experiences in the classroom.	Not published	$2K
Classroom Grants Danville Public School Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Danville Public School Foundation provides classroom grants to enhance current curriculum and provide additional resources for rigorous and fun educational experiences for students.	Not published	Varies
K-3 STEM and ELA Integration Pilot Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Up to $2M The Nevada Department of Education (NDE or Department) leads and collaborates with Nevada's 17 school districts and the State Public Charter School Authority to advance educational equity Statewide.	Not published	Up to $2M
Innovation Grant Program - Student Grants Upper Dublin Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies UDEF supports students' big ideas through a student grant program. Since the pilot in 2022, the foundation has awarded grants to student projects that enhance the educational experience.	Not published	Varies
Opportunity Fund Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County School District who face financial, linguistic, geographical, or…	Not published	Varies
Teacher Innovation Grants CMS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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 20, 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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