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 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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Esther Katz Rosen Pre College Psychology Grant Program American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $13K The Esther Katz Rosen Fund derives from a bequest to support “…activities related to the advancement and application of knowledge about gifted children.” About the Pre College Psychology Grant Program The Esther Katz Rosen Pre College…	Not published	$13K
Inspiration & Incubation (i2) Grants Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Bellevue Schools Foundation offers i2 Grants to educators and students in the Bellevue School District for special projects and initiatives.	Not published	$2K
Artist in Residence Falls Church Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports artist residencies and cultural programming in Falls Church City Public Schools Brings professional artists into schools for extended residencies and educational programming	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Equity Grant (Vermont Community Foundation & Barr Foundation) Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K	Not published	$100K – $150K
Msgr. McElligott Scholarship Fund The Fisher Falcon Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognize the achievements of graduating students and award them a one-time scholarship to offset the cost of high school tuition.	Not published	Varies
SPRK-ing Interest in Computer Science Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The AISES SPRK-ing Interest in Computer Science program engages Indigenous K-12 students through fun coding and robotics activities.	Not published	Varies
OEPA: Source Reduction Grants Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The OEPA: Source Reduction Grants program provides financial assistance to governments, non-profits, and educational institutions for purchasing equipment that promotes reuse practices.	Not published	Up to $10K
OECU Teacher Grant Program Oklahoma Educators Credit Union · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $750 Since 2001, Oklahoma Educators Credit Union (OECU) has supported Oklahoma educators through the Teacher Grant Program, funding educator-created classroom innovation projects.	Rolling	$250 – $750
Plant Biology Learning Objectives, Outreach Materials & Education Grant (Plant BLOOME) American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The Plant Biology Learning Objectives, Outreach Materials & Education Grant (Plant BLOOME) aims to enhance public understanding of plant biology through K-12 educational projects.	Not published	Up to $9K
Classroom Grants Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports classroom innovation and teacher creativity to supplement tax-based funding and ensure students have equal opportunities. ECPSF provides classroom grants as part of its core mission to enhance the educational experience in ECASD.	Not published	Varies
Iowa History Field Trip Grant Program Iowa History Center at Simpson College · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Iowa History Field Trip Grant Program, offered by the Iowa History Center at Simpson College, provides funding for K-12 students to explore Iowa's rich history through educational field trips.	Not published	Up to $500
ProTouch Cares Agricultural Teacher Grant St Croix Foundation for Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The ProTouch Cares Agricultural Teacher Grant is specifically designed to expand opportunities for St. Croix teachers to provide targeted student enrichment opportunities around the critical economic and social importance of agriculture on…	Not published	Up to $1K
IA Arts Council: Art Project Grants for Organizations Iowa Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Iowa Arts Council offers Art Project Grants for Organizations to foster arts projects that enhance community vitality in Iowa.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Classroom Impact Grants Ashland Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies ASF runs a Classroom Impact Grant program that funds teacher/administrator project requests across Ashland public school sites (e.g., 2022-23 round awarded $47,019 across 35 projects; individual awards ranged from ~$94 to $2,800).	Not published	Varies
Insta-Grant Program Byram Hills Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $4K	Rolling	Up to $4K
Low-Income Scholarship Program Catholic Education Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides tuition scholarships to underserved families attending Catholic schools through Arizona's Private Education Tax Credit legislation Large companies: APS, Grand Canyon University (GCU), Sprouts, Earnhardt Auto Centers, BBVA Small…	Not published	Varies
FY27 MA Farming Reinforces Education and Student Health (FRESH) Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K Competitive grant applications are considered submitted when the grant application is submitted by the Superintendent or their designee through the "LEA Superintendent / Chief Executive Approved" step in GEM$.	Not published	$3K – $40K
Artists and Culture Bearers in the Schools Grant Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $4K The Artists and Culture Bearers in the Schools grant by the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council aims to enhance the arts curriculum in K-12 non-religious schools by providing students opportunities to collaborate directly with artists and…	Not published	$2K – $4K
US Community Grants Program Western Digital Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The US Community Grants Program, led by Western Digital Foundation, focuses on funding nonprofit organizations and public schools involved in education, hunger relief, environmental preservation, and veterans' programs.	Not published	Varies
ADAI Performance Pack Grant American Dairy Association Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 American Dairy Association Indiana offers qualified Indiana K-12 schools up to $500 per school year to launch a Performance Pack Program — a turnkey toolkit to increase breakfast participation in secondary schools (also usable with USDA…	Not published	Up to $500
Causal Research on the Impacts of Cell Phone Policies in K-12 Schools Grant Laura and John Arnold Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of Americans through evidence-based policy solutions that maximize opportunity and minimize injustice.	Not published	Varies
STEM Innovation Grant Colocation America · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K The STEM Innovation Grant by Colocation America supports innovative STEM programs for K-12 students, offering up to $7,500 in funding. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and schools with STEM-specific programming.	Not published	$2K – $8K
Earl K. Wood Fund Central Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards annual scholarship to high school seniors for tuition and books.	Not published	Varies
Robert E. Yager Exemplary Teaching Award Grant National Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Robert E. Yager Exemplary Teaching Award honors K-12 science educators who demonstrate innovative teaching practices in science education.	Not published	Up to $2K

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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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