Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 21, 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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NSHSS Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom Grant National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The NSHSS Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom Grant aims to support high school educators in enhancing mental health awareness and fostering emotional intelligence among students.	Not published	$2K
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Launch program, funded by the Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust, aims to enhance access to STEM education for K-12 students in Massachusetts.	Not published	$5K
School Emergency Support Fund Wea Member Benefits Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $500 The School Emergency Support Fund provides immediate financial assistance to public school students, teachers, and districts in times of crisis.	Rolling	$250 – $500
WHIN e-Learning Grant Northwest Central Indiana Community Partnerships Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for K-12 eLearning initiatives in the WHIN region. WHIN · Wabash Heartland Innovation Network	Not published	Varies
Los Angeles Unified School District Math Engagement Program California Masonic Memorial Temple · Foundation Not published · $968K A three-year, $968,000 investment to improve math outcomes for young students through family math engagement programs and resources. The initiative was announced on March 14, 2025.	Not published	$968K
Carl J. & Audrey Z. Patrinos Charitable Endowment Fund Grants Waukesha County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual competitive grant program specifically supporting Catholic education through scholarships. In 2020, Catholic Memorial High School was awarded the Patrinos grant.	Not published	Varies
Families Invested in Reforming Education (FIRE) Fellowship 50CAN Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies FIRE, Families Invested in Reforming Education aims to bring together like-minded individuals to better the quality of education in their community and the state. The FIRE program is an 6-week advocate training program.	Not published	Varies
Transportation Fund Field Trip Grant (Conner Prairie) Conner Prairie Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Transportation Fund reimburses schools for the cost of transporting students to Conner Prairie. To qualify, 50% or more of the school's students, as indicated by the Indiana Department of Education, must be economically disadvantaged.	Rolling	Up to $500
NC GreenPower: Solar+ Schools Program NC Greenpower Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The addition of the Solar+ Schools program came after 20 months of development and with approvals by both the NC GreenPower and Advanced Energy boards of directors and the North Carolina Utilities Commission (“NCUC”).	Not published	Varies
Teacher Time Analysis and Supports Admin Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $1M The Teacher Time Analysis and Supports Admin Grant, overseen by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance the efficiency of teacher time use and resource allocation in public education.	Not published	$1M
P-TECH Continued Support Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $3M The Texas Education Agency is the state agency that oversees primary and secondary public education. It is headed by the commissioner of education.	Not published	$3M
Lawrence W. O'Toole Teacher Leadership Awards Nellie Mae Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K Recognize and support teacher leaders who advocate for student-centered approaches to learning and address inequities, including racial inequities, in education.	Not published	Up to $15K
R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation Grant R Howard Dobbs Jr Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational opportunities, access to health services, and environmental stewardship in Georgia.	Not published	Varies
Traditional Grants Chappaqua School Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K CSF awards grants to fund initiatives that take place in one or more of the six Chappaqua schools, during the school day, impacting a significant number of students and which are not able to be funded through the school district budget.	Not published	$3K
Outstanding Program Awards for Oklahoma School Foundations Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence · Foundation Not published · $1K Recognizes innovative programs sponsored or administered by public school foundations in Oklahoma that support academic excellence and community impact.	Not published	$1K
Patriot Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications for any technology purchases must have written pre-approval from both the school principal and the district Teaching & Learning Coordinator included as an attachment._ Building a strong school district doesn’t just…	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway- Program Expansion ( Georgia) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway Program Expansion in Georgia aims to support public and charter schools in expanding their existing PLTW Gateway programs.	Not published	$10K
CFQA: Raymond, Norbert, and Eleanor Rueter Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFQA: Raymond, Norbert, and Eleanor Rueter Fund offers grants to support K-12 students in Illinois struggling with reading and comprehension.	Not published	Varies
AAD Shade Structure Grant Program American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The AAD Shade Structure Grant Program provides funding up to $8,000 for non-profit organizations and public schools to install shade structures, promoting sun safety for children and teenagers.	Not published	Up to $8K
Annual Fund St Stephen of Hungary School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation's yearly campaign to raise funds in support of the school's daily operating budget. All parish-based schools face the challenge of making up the difference between tuition costs and actual operating expenses.	Not published	Varies
Virginia Natural Gas Charitable Giving: Children and Education Grant Virginia Natural Gas · Foundation Not published · Varies Virginia Natural Gas offers a Charitable Giving program focusing on children and education, particularly supporting programs that assist those with physical, medical, or educational challenges.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Program Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies MMCF operates on a semi-annual grant cycle with Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer application periods: Schools, school districts, educational programs, athletic teams, community organizations, and youth-serving nonprofits in the Eastern Sierra…	Not published	Varies
Food Security Fund Denver Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The DPS Foundation Food Security Fund removes barriers so students can thrive by providing flexible food assistance to students and families across Denver Public Schools who experience food insecurity.	Not published	Varies
White Foundation Grants Thomas H White Fdn Ta · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to contact our office for further clarification of the Foundation’s grantmaking policies.	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 21, 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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