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 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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Thomas A. Costello Scholarship - Chaska High School Thomas a Costello Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Honors Thomas A. Costello's dedication to education and his alma mater. Education was incredibly important to Tom, making scholarships a cornerstone of the foundation's mission.	Not published	$1K
Salary Assistance Grant For Japanese-Language Courses United States - Japan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Salary Assistance Grant for Japanese-Language Courses, administered by the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, supports U.S. non-profit educational institutions and Japanese heritage language schools facing financial difficulties.	Not published	Up to $30K
Pets in the Classroom Grant Program Pets in the Classroom · Foundation Not published · Up to $50 The Pets in the Classroom Grant Program provides financial support to educators in the US and Canada, enabling them to incorporate small animals into their classrooms.	Not published	Up to $50
Edward and Belle Rudoy Endowment Fund Grant Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward and Belle Rudoy Endowment Fund, established by the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, aims to recognize and promote excellence in teaching within the Winneconne Community School District.	Not published	Varies
John C. Deetz Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The John C. Deetz Scholarship, offered by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports high school seniors from specific schools pursuing higher education in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation - Agricultural Literacy Grant St Francis Catholic School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Awards designed to support agriculture and food systems education efforts from kindergarten to high school across the state	Not published	$500
Kiesling Family Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kiesling Family Scholarship at Montana State University provides financial support to students pursuing a degree in Elementary Education, particularly those involved in the Rural Student Teaching Program.	Not published	Varies
Revere Public Schools Dual Enrollment Program Suffolk University · Foundation Not published · Varies Partnership between Suffolk University and Revere Public Schools allowing high school students to take college courses on campus during high school. Students must apply to participate.	Not published	Varies
AED Placement Program Iowa Heart Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Iowa Heart Foundation awards Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to increase survival rates for people who experience Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).	Rolling	Varies
The Education and Workforce Innovation Program Fund Grant North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · Up to $70K The Education and Workforce Innovation Program Fund aims to enhance educational outcomes by fostering partnerships between schools and local businesses or higher education institutions.	Not published	Up to $70K
FSW Partnership Scholarship ($10,000) The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Provide scholarships to deserving high school students from Lee County for attendance at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW).	Not published	$10K
Hilton HHonors Teacher Treks Program Institute of International Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A professional development program that sponsors U.S. teachers to travel internationally to countries of their choice, with expectation that they will infuse their K-12 curriculum with cultural knowledge and experiences from their journey.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Teaching Grant Crosby Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Crosby Education Foundation offers teachers the opportunity to apply for grants to support innovative programs or projects that promote higher levels of student learning.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Scholarships Wahoo Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K WSPF is honored to administrate and award over 40 scholarships to qualified and deserving Wahoo High School seniors. Last year, over $50,000 in scholarships were awarded collectively across all scholarship programs.	Not published	$50K
NAEF Grants National Art Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) is currently on a strategic pause regarding grant proposals until fall 2025.	Not published	Varies
Career Catalyst Grant The Consortium of Florida Education Foundations Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K A competitive grant supporting innovative career pathway programs in Florida's high-demand fields. The grant funds comprehensive approaches to creating opportunities, particularly in rural communities.	Not published	$100K
Classroom Grants Park City Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K PCEF Classroom Grants support educators through funding for projects and programs that align with PCEF's funding priorities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Rural Technology Education Grants Rural Technology Fund · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Rural Technology Education Grants support innovative projects in public schools and libraries, focusing on technology education.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant supports teachers in Illinois, including home-schooling educators, to facilitate outdoor learning experiences focused on biodiversity.	Not published	Varies
Richard Hayes "Career Technical Education" Grant Gilroy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Richard Hayes "Career Technical Education" Grant, offered by the Gilroy Foundation, supports transformative educational initiatives in technology, design, and vocational training.	Not published	$10K
Betty Scalice Foundation Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K The Betty Scalice Foundation Grant supports music programs in San Diego County, particularly in North County.	Not published	$2K – $8K
IH: Historic Preservation Education Grant Indiana Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Historic Preservation Education Grant, offered by Indiana Humanities, aims to educate citizens about the importance of preserving historic places in their communities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Steven Killough Grant Music for Everyone · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CFEO Fund Request Grants Caldwell Foundation for Educational Opportunity · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $1K The Caldwell Foundation for Educational Opportunity (Caldwell, ID) makes grants of $250-$1,000 that directly impact students or teachers within Caldwell School District #132; applicants must first seek school/district funding.	Rolling	$250 – $1K

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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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