School Emergency Support Fund Overview: The School Emergency Support Fund provides immediate financial assistance to public school students, teachers, and districts in times of crisis. Purpose: Aims…
Grants for K-12 Schools
Grants for K-12 Schools provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
School Endowment Grants Program Overview: The Foundation for Madison's Public Schools (FMPS) School Endowment initiative is the first of its kind in the country, established in 2003. Every Madison…
School Equipment and Program Grants Funder: New England Dairy (supported by New England dairy farmers) Geographic Scope: Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont Eligible…
School Funding Request Funder: Arts, etc. (Charleston, SC) Purpose: Direct funding opportunity for schools to support arts integration into classrooms and other student needs. Geographic Scope -…
School Garden Mini-Grant Program Funder: WellKind (Teravana Trust) Geographic Scope: Sonoma County and Marin City, California public schools Focus Areas: - Creating or sustaining school garden…
School Grants Status: Historically active; primary program concluded in 2021 Geographic Scope: Southeastern District (SED), LCMS - K-8 Lutheran schools Overview: MALIM administers grants to support…
School Grants Funder: Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Purpose: Support projects within Catholic schools in the archdiocese Eligible Schools: All…
School Grants Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools, SC Status: Active program Focus Areas: Arts integration and arts education in schools Related…
School Grants Geographic Scope: Tigard-Tualatin School District (TTSD), Oregon Overview: The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools provides grants to support individual schools and educational…
School Grants - Partner Schools & Spark Schools Overview: Each winter, local Catholic schools (PreK-12) within the Archdiocese of Denver that are working to enroll students with disabilities and…
School Grants (MHUSD and Non-Profit Schools) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Morgan Hill Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $28,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Morgan Hill Community…
School Grants for Healthy Kids (Saputo Partnership) Status: Past program (2017-2018 school year) Geographic Scope: California, Minnesota, New York, Texas, and Wisconsin Funder: Saputo Focus Areas: -…
School Grants Program Funder: New England Dairy (funded by New England dairy farmers) Geographic Scope: Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont Eligible Recipients: K-12…
School Improvement Grant Funder: The Opportunity Trust Geographic Scope: St. Louis, Missouri Focus Areas: - Supporting traditional and charter public schools - Increasing access to quality public…
School Improvement PLC Supports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: Up to US $120,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The School Improvement PLC Supports grant, funded…
School In-Service Training Grants (6-8) Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2025 Summary The School In-Service Training…
School In-Service Training Grants (9-12) Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2025 Summary The School In-Service Training…
Grant program for school infrastructure improvements under Section 12e of Michigan education legislation.
School Library Access (SLA) Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Commission for Libraries Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Idaho Commission for Libraries is…
School Nurses Discretionary Fund Funder: Medbrook Children's Charity Inc Geographic Scope: West Virginia, US Tax ID: 55-0775633 Overview Medbrook Children's Charity established and continues to be…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for k-12 schools are available?
- Grants for K-12 Schools come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for k-12 schools?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for k-12 schools?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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