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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Great Idea! Grants Loudon County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual grant cycle that gives teachers opportunities to apply for funds to support curriculum and classroom projects.	Not published	Varies
Bus on Us! Grants Freedoms Frontier National Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Assists educators and accredited public, private, or charter schools with transportation costs for field trips within the heritage area	Not published	Varies
Cressey Family Charitable Trust Grant Cressey - FMLY Charitable Tr · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cressey Family Charitable Trust was established in 2006 by John P. Cressey. Mr. Cressey was a resident of Eugene, Oregon until his death in 2006.	Not published	Varies
Career and Technical Education Fund - Aviation Program Grant Shenandoah Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K To launch a new Aviation Program at Triplett Tech The aviation program offers students hands-on training in flight mechanics, aeronautics, and aviation technology, preparing them for in-demand careers in the aviation industry.	Not published	$150K
Fast Tracks to Success - Workforce Development Program Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation · Foundation Not published · $18K	Not published	$18K
Boone Dixon Memorial Scholarship Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The scholarship in memory of Boone Dixon is a collaboration of his family, former student-athletes, and Maryville Junior High colleagues.	Not published	$3K
Education- Inspired Teacher Grant Program Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Education-Inspired Teacher Grant Program offers Orange County public school teachers funding for enriching classroom projects, field trips, and educational materials.	Not published	Up to $10K
Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Pattern Panhandle Wind Competitive Grant Program, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, supports nonprofit and charitable institutions serving Carson County.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Dr. James & Juanita Kane Scholarship Memorial Hospital Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation has offered this scholarship since 2006 and has distributed a total of $122,845 to date. The scholarship supports area graduating seniors and Beartooth employees who plan to work in rural healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Mary C. Hanssen Multi-Generational Scholarship Hot Springs County School District · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
College Spark Washington Education Equity Fund College Spark Washington · Foundation Not published · $150K – $180K College Spark Washington's Education Equity Fund (EEF) supports work designed to dismantle barriers to equity in education for students in high school and at community and technical colleges in Washington State.	Not published	$150K – $180K
Ciresi Walburn Foundation Annual Grants Ciresi Walburn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ciresi Walburn Foundation supports innovative educational initiatives in Minnesota, focusing on eliminating inequities for children and youth.	Not published	Varies
High School Band Fund Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Deeper Learning Implementation Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $16K The Deeper Learning Implementation Grant, offered by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, aims to enhance educational outcomes for underserved students through targeted funding and support.	Not published	Up to $16K
GCCF: GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program, funded by the Gladwin County Community Foundation, aims to inspire educators in Gladwin County to create unique classroom projects that engage students with diverse learning styles.	Not published	Up to $250
School-Based Mental Health Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding for school-based mental health services and programs in Kentucky school districts.	Not published	Varies
MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation Grant Program MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Currently, the Foundation is no longer accepting applications.	Not published	Varies
End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI) Grants Illinois Board of Higher Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI) Grants aim to assist Illinois institutions in implementing the Higher Education Housing and Opportunities Act.	Not published	Up to $200K
Arkansas Grown School Garden of the Year Contest Grant Arkansas Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Arkansas Grown School Garden of the Year Contest encourages K-12 schools to engage students in fresh food production and cultivation.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Martin, Lucas Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Martin, Lucas Scholarship, provided by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $1,000 award to a graduating senior male from Beatrice High School.	Not published	$1K
Deitemeyer, Harold R., Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Deitemeyer, Harold R. Scholarship, provided by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $2,000 award to a graduating senior from Beatrice High School.	Not published	$2K
CFSC: Grade Level Reading and Family Success Grants The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant proposals are accepted on an invitation only, rolling basis from organizations that focus their efforts on closing the achievement gap, helping students achieve reading proficiency by 3rd grade and/or implementing programs…	Not published	Varies
HSEF Classroom Grants Howard Suamico Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Howard-Suamico Education Foundation (HSEF) raises funds each year to provide classroom grants that bring unique and creative teaching opportunities to life in the Howard-Suamico School District.	Not published	Varies
Pro Bono Publico Foundation Grants Pro Bono Publico Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pro Bono Publico Foundation takes its name from the motto of the Rex Organization, which means “For the Public Good.” The Foundation raises funds and makes grants to help organizations engaged in the rebuilding of the New Orleans…	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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