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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Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $450K The Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program, administered by the California Department of Education, aims to enhance literacy outcomes for students from kindergarten to grade 3.	Not published	$450K
Friends of IU Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Friends of IU Scholarship is an annual award established by Michael and Mary Schriefer and Larry and Charlene Hess, aimed at supporting graduating seniors from Heritage Hills High School who plan to attend Indiana University in…	Not published	$2K
Teacher Creativity Grants Wells County Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teacher Creativity Grants, funded by the Wells County Foundation, aim to support innovative teaching projects that align with Indiana State Standards.	Not published	Varies
Tyler Duke Outstanding Educator Award Farragut High School Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This award is given annually to an outstanding educator in memory of FHS graduate Tyler Duke. It recognizes educators for their dedication to the teaching profession and for their positive impact in the lives of their students.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Grant of the Year Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Innovative Grant of the Year recognizes and celebrates exceptional grant-funded programs that demonstrate creativity, innovation, and educational excellence within the Brownsburg Community Schools.	Not published	Varies
Kids' Weekend Backpack Program (KWBP) Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The staff, parents, and community of all K-4 elementary schools, as well as The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc., have come together to help fight hunger by supplying weekend food for students in need.	Not published	Varies
Send A Kid To Camp Grant Triangle Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K The Send A Kid To Camp Grant, offered by Triangle Community Foundation, aims to support K-12 students in North Carolina's Triangle region by addressing unfinished academic learning due to pandemic-related disruptions.	Not published	$20K
Valley Center School District Education Foundation Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Valley Center School District Education Foundation Grant, supported by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities for Valley Center teachers and staff.	Not published	Up to $2K
SLCAC Artist-in-the-Classroom Grants Salt Lake City Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K The SLCAC Artist-in-the-Classroom Grants offer essential funding for elementary schools in the Salt Lake City School District to integrate professional artists into the classroom.	Not published	$3K
Opportunity Grants - Innovation and Leadership Douglas County Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support projects and initiatives that generate excitement, create game-changing learning experiences for students, and help develop leadership skills in students.	Not published	Varies
WIIN Lead Remediation Education · State Not published · $10K – $500K	Not published	$10K – $500K
Remote Learning Educational Grants Bridgepointe Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Support innovative ideas that positively impact remote learning for students at Neinas or Academy of the Americas	Not published	$1K – $10K
Principal Grants Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This program provides funding to PASD principals for programs and projects in their buildings that enhance the education of all students.	Not published	Varies
Indiana 21st Century Community Learning Centers Out-of-School Time Program Grant Indiana Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $100K – $372K The Indiana 21st Century Community Learning Centers Out-of-School Time Program is designed to provide safe environments for youth during non-school hours.	Not published	$100K – $372K
Education Support Grants Ashland Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $700 – $8K ASF awards grants to support broader district-wide initiatives and programs that benefit students across multiple classrooms and schools.	Not published	$700 – $8K
SMAC: Arts in the Schools Grants Southwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The SMAC: Arts in the Schools Grants offer public schools up to $4,000 for various art projects, including artist residencies and field trips.	Not published	Up to $4K
Zack Golditch Opportunity Scholarship Aurora Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Zack Golditch Opportunity Scholarship awards a $10,000 scholarship (granted in equal parts over four years) to an Aurora Public Schools graduating student-athlete who is a first-generation college student, carries at least a 3.0 GPA…	Not published	Up to $10K
Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program Institute of International Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program providing U.S. and international K-12 educators with opportunities for professional development, international collaboration, and research during extended stays abroad.	Not published	Varies
E-Squared Scholarship Career Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K E-Squared is Career Partners' signature program celebrating more than 15 years of inspiring entrepreneurial thinking in Culpeper County.	Not published	$10K
The Difference is You Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Difference is You Scholarship offers financial support to graduating high school seniors from Marathon County who have received special reading or speech instruction during their K-12 education.	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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