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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Sustainable Jersey Grants TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K	Not published	$2K – $20K
St. Mary's School Trust Fund Scholarship Program St Marys of Alexandria Catholic Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K – $40K	Not published	$35K – $40K
Al Makkay Sr. Award Foundation to Advance Catholic Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the life of service embodied in Al Makkay, Sr. to recognize outstanding contributions by a teacher or staff member in the Catholic Schools of Cape Cod.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Chevron has committed funds to support PLTW Gateway programs in Mississippi, aiming to enhance K-12 educational experiences. Since 2009, over $24 million has been invested nationally, benefiting over 411,000 students and 9,500 teachers.	Not published	$10K
Title II - Part A, Improving Teacher Quality Department of Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Chevron is committed to enhancing educational opportunities through the PLTW Computer Science program in Mississippi. This initiative aims to empower K-12 students and teachers by offering access to transformative learning experiences.	Not published	$10K
AAUW Community Action Grants American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The AAUW Community Action Grants provide up to $75,000 to support nonprofits and educational institutions that empower girls in grades K–12 to succeed in STEM fields.	Not published	Up to $75K
Artist-in-Residence Program McMinnville School District 40 Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies McMinnville Education Foundation provides funding to pay a guest artist's salary and supplies that students are able to keep.	Not published	Varies
Malcolm Jenkins Visionary Impact Scholarship (MJVIS) The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The MJVIS Fund was established November 16, 2023, with gifts from The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation and matching funds through the Scarlet and Gray Advantage Endowed Matching Gift Program.	Not published	Varies
Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship at Montana State University provides financial support to undergraduate students pursuing a K-12 Teacher Education Program.	Not published	Varies
Operation Round Up Teacher Mini-Grants South Plains Electric Trust · Foundation Not published · $500 Operation Round Up was established in 1993 with the tagline "neighbors helping neighbors." The program: In 2015-2016, the Operation Round Up Board initiated teacher mini-grants as a way to support classroom education projects.	Not published	$500
Teacher Innovation Fund (Michigan City Area Schools) Unity Foundation of La Porte County · Foundation Not published · $350 – $439 Grants to support innovative teaching projects and classroom initiatives for teachers and professionals at Michigan City High School and La Porte County Career and Technical Education – A.K. Smith Center.	Not published	$350 – $439
GenAI K-12 Math Tutoring Solutions New Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K NewSchools announced a funding opportunity to catalyze the development and evaluation of generative AI (GenAI) math tutoring solutions built on specialized foundation models.	Not published	Up to $300K
Adirondack Farm to School Initiative Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Regional grant program supporting local farm-to-school initiatives in rural school districts.	Not published	$3K
Student Academic Success: One-Year Grant The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K As detailed in Our Approach, MDBF's goal for its grantmaking is to support nonprofits to strengthen their effectiveness as organizations in ways that lead to long-term sustainability.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Innovation Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Innovation Grant Program, offered by the South Carolina Department of Education, aims to support innovative initiatives in public schools to enhance student achievement.	Not published	Varies
Ball Brothers Foundation Grants Ball Brothers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Ball Brothers Foundation is a 100-year-old private family foundation providing grant funding to organizations, schools, and nonprofits, focused on Muncie, Delaware County, and East Central Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, West Virginia, Inc. (TMMWV) Grant Toyota · Foundation Not published · Varies Toyota Motor Manufacturing, West Virginia, Inc. (TMMWV) Grant aims to empower communities by partnering with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
BACF: Education Mini Grants Bay Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The BACF Education Mini Grants provide Bay and Arenac County K-12 educators with funding for innovative classroom projects. Each year, ten grants of up to $500 are awarded to support unique educational enhancements.	Not published	Up to $500
Computer Science Teacher Endorsement Competitive Grant Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Per Idaho Code 33-1633, funding for Computer Science can go towards distributing grants to public school districts and public charter schools that may be used to provide incentives for teachers to pursue training in computer science or…	Not published	Varies
Quality Schools Grant Program Alaska Department of Education & Early Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quality Schools Grant Program, funded by the Alaska Department of Education, aims to enhance student achievement by aligning educational practices with Alaska Standards.	Not published	Varies
CT School Construction Grants DAS Grants · State Not published · Varies General school construction grants for new construction or renovations of public schools in Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Waste Tire Grants Kansas Department of Health and Environment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waste Tire Grant Program, administered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, supports local governments and schools in purchasing tire-derived products made from recycled materials.	Not published	Varies
CCEF Mini-Grants Clear Creek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clear Creek Education Foundation (TX) awards Mini-Grants to Clear Creek ISD teachers to fund classroom resources and enrichment projects, each typically underwritten by a named community sponsor.	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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