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 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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School Based Mental Health Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program funding mental health services in Kentucky schools. Award notifications available for multiple fiscal years (FY2021-FY2027).	Not published	Varies
Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Grant Program The Smidt Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Grant Program, initiated by Eric Smidt through The Smidt Foundation, supports high school students in skilled trades education.	Not published	Varies
Kitchen Infrastructure and Training and Retention and Recruitment Grant CA Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $3K The Kitchen Infrastructure and Training and Retention and Recruitment Grant offers $155 million in funding to enhance school nutrition programs across California.	Not published	$3K
Gwyn Lurie Endowment Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support general-operating expenses of the LACHSA Foundation	Not published	Varies
Career and Technical Education Nontraditional Support Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $105K 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	$105K
Legacy Grants for Student Health AcruxKC · Foundation Not published · $221K An invitation-only initiative launched in 2017 that awards annual grants to selected school districts and charter schools across the bi-state Kansas City region to support school-based programs that directly impact student health and…	Not published	$221K
Pre-College Education Grant United States - Japan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The United States-Japan Foundation supports innovative education projects that help young Americans and Japanese learn about each other’s society, culture, and country as well as learn to work together on issues of common concern.	Not published	Varies
Classroom Grants Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation provides classroom grants to teachers and school administrators to support innovative educational programs and classroom needs. The program directly impacts more than 9,000 students in the district.	Not published	Varies
Mary Josephine Bloder Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary Josephine Bloder Scholarship Fund, established by a dedicated teacher, supports Lahainaluna High School boarding students who excel in science.	Not published	Varies
School Age Community Grant Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $80K – $100K The School Age Community Grant supports school-based programs catering to children aged 5 to 12, including those with disabilities.	Not published	$80K – $100K
K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant Foundation for California Community Colleges · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant, initiated by California's legislature in 2018, aims to enhance career technical education (CTE) for K-12 local education agencies (LEAs).	Not published	Up to $2M
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (L3Harris Technologies) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K L3Harris Technologies is collaborating with PLTW to enhance STEM education for PreK-12 students.	Not published	Up to $10K
Forging Club Grants Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants awarded to schools interested in forming a forging club or those with an established club. Offers assistance in acquiring necessary materials for initiating and maintaining a forging club	Not published	Varies
City of Muskogee Foundation Community Grants City of Muskogee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The City of Muskogee Foundation awards grants to Muskogee-area nonprofit organizations, public schools, and civic entities across Health & Wellness, Education, and Opportunities/Quality-of-Life priority areas (historical grantee lists show…	Not published	Varies
Individual Student Grants Terrell ISD Excellence Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Grant program supporting individual students in Terrell ISD. Applications are accepted year-round and must be submitted at least 45 days prior to event deadlines.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Youth Grow Program Growing Gardens · Foundation Not published · Varies Youth Grow uses positive experiences in school gardens to help young people gain new perspectives on food, health, and the world around them. The program operates across multiple school levels with age-appropriate programming.	Not published	Varies
Financial Backpack Program FWA of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A financial literacy program offering workshops to high school students to teach practical personal financial skills. Established in 2001, the program uses a collaborative teaching model with FWA members, NYC teachers, and college students.	Not published	Varies
ID Science Education Grant Program Idaho State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The ID Science Education Grant Program, administered by the Idaho State Department of Education, provides matching grants for K-12 STEM education initiatives.	Not published	Varies
McCasland Foundation Grant McCasland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCasland Foundation, founded in 1950 by T.H. McCasland, focuses on giving back to the community, primarily in Oklahoma.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (L3Harris Technologies) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K L3Harris Technologies is collaborating with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to expand STEM education for PreK-12 students. This initiative aims to inspire young learners through enhanced PLTW programs starting in the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	Up to $5K
OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies Need-based scholarship program funded through Pennsylvania's Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit program, administered by BLOCS.	Not published	Varies
Sioux City Public Schools Music Participation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Sioux City Public Schools Music Participation Grant, managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aims to support low-income students in Sioux City, Iowa, by providing access to instrumental and choral music programs.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Student Enrichment Grants St Helena Public Schools Foundation Endowment Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Need-based grants for individual students to participate in educational enrichment opportunities and hands-on learning experiences.	Not published	Varies
Stuff the Bus Foundation Grant Stuff the Bus of Southern Kentucky · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stuff the Bus Foundation is accepting grant applications for the 2025-2026 school year to support educators and classrooms in South Central Kentucky.	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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