Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 22, 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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Dockstader Foundation High School Scholarship E Kneale Dockstader Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In honor of E. Kneale Dockstader's commitment to the communities of southern Chester County and to further his goals for environmental improvements, the board of directors of the E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation has authorized scholarships…	Not published	Varies
Boston Public Schools Dual Enrollment Program Suffolk University · Foundation Not published · Varies Partnership between Suffolk University and Boston Public Schools (BPS) allowing high school students to take college courses on campus during high school. Students must apply to participate.	Not published	Varies
Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Grants Roy J Carver Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust provides grants primarily to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations in Iowa and parts of Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Skeeter Shields Scholarship Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Mayor Stanley B. "Skeeter" Shields served the City of Maryville from 1967 through 1999. Upon stepping down as Mayor in 1999, the community honored him through donations to provide a scholarship fund for Maryville High School seniors.	Not published	$1K
Denver Test Prep SAT Tutoring Scholarship Denver School of Science and Technology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship provides individual SAT tutoring sessions to DSST students who exhibit financial need and would otherwise be unable to access this type of tutoring.	Not published	Varies
School District Grants Program The Tamarack Tower Foundation of the Port Chester-Rye UFSD Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $14K Annual grant program providing funding to Port Chester-Rye UFSD public schools for various educational programs, equipment, and initiatives that enhance student learning and school facilities.	Not published	$2K – $14K
Cinderella’s Closet of NEPA Scholarship Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
Central Chapter: Small Grants Program Indiana Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $300 The Central Chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society is offering small grants up to $300 for projects that promote the conservation and study of Indiana's native plants.	Not published	Up to $300
CBCA Scholarship Program Clayton Business & Community Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clayton Business & Community Association (Clayton, CA) awards one-year scholarships to graduating high-school seniors in zip code 94517 enrolling in an accredited 2-/4-year college or trade school; $50,000 total was awarded in 2026…	Not published	Varies
Awesome Fund Hopkins Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $100K Hopkins Education Foundation's grant program that provides modest grants to registered new or existing student clubs at Hopkins Public Schools.	Rolling	$1K – $100K
RFP #237: Extended School Day / School Violence Prevention Grant 2026-2031 New York State Education Department · Foundation Not published · $125K – $450K Pursuant to New York State Education Law §2814: Omnibus school violence prevention grant program, the primary purpose of the Extended School Day/School Violence Prevention (ESD/SVP) Program is to award competitive grants to provide support…	Not published	$125K – $450K
GF Scholarship Programs: The Gerber Foundation Career –Tech Scholarship Grant The Gerber Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Gerber Foundation offers the Career-Tech Scholarship for students graduating from Newaygo County Career-Technical Center.	Not published	$1K
Supporting Arts & Cultural Vitality Teams Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is offering a grant to support schools in conducting arts program reviews using the Arts & Cultural Vitality Index.	Not published	$3K – $7K
Charter Fund: Scale Funding Grant Charter Fund Inc D/B/a Charter School Growth Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charter Fund: Scale Funding supports nonprofit organizations that operate high-performing public charter schools.	Not published	Varies
Legacy of Grace School Tuition Organization (STO) Funding Legacy of Grace School Tuition Org · Foundation Not published · Varies A tuition assistance program designed to help families afford Christian school education. The program works collaboratively with all Christian schools in the area using the FACTS Service portal for application and eligibility determination.	Not published	Varies
RTO Small Grants ( formerly called Sponsorships) Metro · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The RTO Small Grants program, previously known as Sponsorships, provides funding up to $5,000 for materials and supplies supporting travel options. Applications are accepted year-round, with micro-grants available for schools.	Not published	Up to $5K
Digital Divide Grant Program Round 3 California Public Utilities Commission · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The 2025-26 Digital Divide Grant Program aims to bridge the digital gap by awarding $100,000 to rural and urban public schools and two $50,000 grants to non-profit Community Based Organizations.	Not published	$50K – $100K
PLTW Launch - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K Chevron has invested in PLTW Launch programs in Mississippi, offering grants to support innovative educational experiences for K-12 students. With over $24 million invested since 2009, Chevron aims to enhance learning in various states.	Not published	$8K
FHCCF: Stitt Early Literacy Mentoring Grants The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The FHCCF: Stitt Early Literacy Mentoring Grants aim to support literacy initiatives for children in Hancock County.	Not published	Varies
Flex Focus Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Flexible funding for Extended School Services, Preschool, Safe Schools, Professional Development, and Textbooks. Program guidance and contacts available.	Not published	Varies
Scott Strong Memorial Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scott Strong Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Educational Foundation of Lake County, empowers local students to achieve their educational goals.	Not published	Varies
Child Find, Early to Exit, and IEP Supports Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $900K The Child Find, Early to Exit, and IEP Supports Grant aims to enhance technical assistance and professional development in special education across Texas.	Not published	$900K
Education & Workforce Readiness: Place-Based Education Grantmaking James Graham Brown Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James Graham Brown Foundation is dedicated to making transformative philanthropic investments in Louisville and the Commonwealth of Kentucky that build on its strengths to continually advance our city and state.	Not published	Varies
Touring Arts Sponsor Grant Program South Dakota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Touring Arts Sponsor Grant Program, managed by the South Dakota Arts Council, aims to enhance the accessibility of quality arts programming across schools and communities in South Dakota.	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 22, 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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