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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Berkshire Hills Fund for Excellence Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Berkshire Hills Fund for Excellence (BHFE) is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for students and teachers in the Berkshire Hills Regional School District.	Not published	Up to $3K
Arts Residencies in Schools Grants Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomer · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K Arts Residencies in Schools Grants (ARSG) provide financial support to teaching artists in Montgomery County, MD, enabling them to create curriculum-based art programs in local schools.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Carol Aulabaugh Excellence in Education Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Carol Aulabaugh Excellence in Education Fund, established by Carol Aulabaugh, is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for the Parkview School District in Orfordville, Wisconsin.	Not published	$500 – $2K
GMF: Mequon/Hiram Schmitt Fund Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The GMF: Mequon/Hiram Schmitt Fund Grant, established by the city of Mequon in 1984, supports educational and human service programs benefiting Mequon residents. Grants focus on sustaining ongoing activities or funding specific projects.	Not published	$1K – $4K
The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program Grant California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program provides low-cost loans up to $250,000 to charter schools, prioritizing those opening in the current fiscal year.	Not published	Up to $250K
Goals & Accountability - New School Support Elevate 215 · Foundation Not published · Varies This is one of three primary investment approaches used by Elevate 215. The program supports schools in providing a modern learning experience as defined by Elevate 215's vision.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Phillips 66) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The PLTW Gateway program, supported by Phillips 66, aims to enhance educational equity by providing academic training in STEM fields for middle school students.	Not published	Up to $20K
Minnesota School-Based Health Center Grant- Category 1: New and Emerging Grant for new and emerging clinics Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $188K The Minnesota School-Based Health Center Grant provides crucial funding for new clinics aimed at enhancing student health services.	Not published	Up to $188K
Education Grantmaking The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K The New York Community Trust's Education Grantmaking program aims to enhance opportunities for underserved students in NYC's public schools. It supports projects that promote systemic reforms, equity, and safe learning environments.	Not published	$5K – $200K
Maryland School for the Deaf - Frederick Maryland School for the Deaf · State Not published · Varies The Frederick Campus provides a comprehensive Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 program to deaf and hard of hearing students. The Family Education & Early Childhood Department serves ages birth through 5.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Bluebonnet Learning Adoption and Implementation Supports Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $10M The 2025-2026 Bluebonnet Learning Adoption and Implementation Supports Grant, managed by the Texas Education Agency, aims to assist Educational Service Centers (ESCs) in adopting and implementing Bluebonnet Learning materials.	Not published	$10M
Cache Education Foundation Teacher Grants Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K The Cache Education Foundation offers classroom/teacher grants to Cache County School District K-12 certified teachers and administrators: Incentives for Excellence Technology Grants ($250-$1,500, awarded twice per school year, private…	Not published	$100 – $2K
Delaplaine Grant - Virtual Field Trips Maryland Historical Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Migrant Education Program-Continuation - Region I: Gloucester County Special Services School District Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $961K The Migrant Education Program-Continuation supports eligible children of migratory farm workers and fishers in Gloucester County.	Not published	Up to $961K
Nan Ogburn Cullman Education Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nan Ogburn Cullman Education Endowment for Johnston County Schools is a fund of the North Carolina Community Foundation.	Not published	Varies
Farm to School Grant West Central Missouri Community Action Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Andrew McMorris Foundation: Fine Arts Grants Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Andrew McMorris Foundation offers Fine Arts Grants to honor the vibrant spirit of Andrew McMorris, a multi-talented artist and aspiring pilot.	Not published	Up to $500
Richard W. Riley Student Award South Carolina Education Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 1997 by the SCEA Human and Civil Rights Committee. Awards will be given to K-12 students whose achievements in school and/or community have helped enhance the sense of worth and dignity of others.	Not published	Varies
Joseph R. & Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant The Joseph & Mercedes McMicking · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph R. & Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for children and families in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Varies
GAR Foundation: Educator Initiative Grant Gar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The GAR Foundation's Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) supports innovative classroom projects in Summit County, enhancing teaching and learning since 2004.	Not published	Up to $10K
Betty Ann McCullough Education Seminar and Convocation Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty Ann McCullough Education Seminar and Convocation Grant provides funding for public and private schools in Gibson County to host educational seminars and convocations.	Not published	Varies
Section Grants American Welding Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Welding Society Foundation is committed to supporting welding education on the local level through Section-sponsored grants. Four AWS Sections sponsor annual grants for welding schools.	Not published	Varies
Fulton County Arts & Culture Grant Fulton County Department of Arts & Culture · State Not published · $1K – $50K The Fulton County Arts & Culture Grant offers funding from $1,000 to $50,000 to nonprofit organizations and artists in Fulton County for arts programming in 2026.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Blake Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award Impact on Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blake Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award honors the legacy of Blake Peterson, one of Impact on Education's most fervent supporters.	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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