Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 3,016 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for k-12 schools are open right now?

INTERFAITH AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christian Leadership in a Multifaith World Grants Organization: Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in partnership with Interfaith America (IFYC) Status: Active funding opportunity…

LINDBACK CR & MF FOUNDATION TW MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lindback Cr And Mf Foundation Tw Main Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback…

Over 400 Chromebooks provided (fund amount not specified)
THE ROCKLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Chromebooks for Kids Fund Established by: Devin McCourty and Jason McCourty (twin brothers, NFL players with Nyack connections) Geographic Scope: East Ramapo and Nyack School Districts, Rockland…

Up to US $2,500
THE ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chrysalis Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Entomological Society of America (ESA) Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Chrysalis Fund, managed by the Entomological Society…

GIANFORTE FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Church & School Outreach Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gianforte Fam Charitable Tr Amount: Up to US $3,300 Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Gianforte Family Foundation offers Church &…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cinderella’s Closet of NEPA Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more of our…

CIRESI WALBURN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ciresi Walburn Foundation Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ciresi Walburn Foundation for Children Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Ciresi Walburn Foundation supports innovative…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

CIS NAV Application Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The CIS NAV Application Development Grant, administered…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civics Training Program - ESC Implementation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $253,751 - US $790,160 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Civics Training Program…

Approximately $62,000 - $80,000 total per cycle (varies by year)
THE FOUNDATION FOR LEE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom & School Grants Program Purpose: Supports teachers and students by funding tools and resources that are normally not included in their budget but are necessary for creating unique learning…

Richland #44 School Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Classroom and School Organization Project Funding Funder: Richland #44 School Foundation, Colfax, North Dakota Status: Active, ongoing funding opportunity Geographic Scope: Richland #44 School…

HUNTINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FDTN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Education Grant Overview: A grant program supporting innovative classroom projects and programs that stimulate learning and help educators meet state standards. Geographic Scope: All…

HUNTINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FDTN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Huntington County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Classroom Education Grants provide funding for innovative…

EGYPTIAN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · November 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Classroom Empowerment Grants Funder: Egyptian Electric Cooperative Association (EECA) Award Amount: $500 per grant Number of Awards: 8-10 grants annually (increased from 8 to 10 in recent years)…

OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Enhancement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma City Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Classroom Enhancement Grants aim to improve…

PORT ARANSAS EDUCATION FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Classroom Enhancements & Innovation Grant Amount: Up to $7,500 Purpose: This grant gives teachers the ability to amplify the daily curriculum by funding the tools, technology, and resources necessary…

Kent Schools Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kent Schools Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Classroom Enrichment Grant, offered by the Kent Schools…

Brecksville-Broadview Heights School · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Enrichment Grants Organization: Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools Foundation (BBHSF) Geographic Scope: Brecksville-Broadview Heights School District, Ohio, US Purpose: The Schools…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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