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?

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…

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

Classroom Expendables Grant Amount: Up to $1,500 Purpose: This grant is for the items that need to be replaced or renewed on a regular/yearly basis but are vital to maintaining a classroom that is…

Up to $100
MIDVALE-LINCOLN PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Fund Organization: Midvale-Lincoln School Community Organization (SCO) Location: 502 Caromar Drive, Madison, WI 53711 Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit Program Overview Each classroom can request…

NATIONAL ENERGY EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Grant Programs Funder: National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project Geographic Scope: United States (multiple states mentioned including Kentucky, California, Florida, Georgia,…

Up to $230,000+ (300+ grants awarded annually)
Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD), Berkeley, CA Program Status: Active and ongoing since 1984 Overview: Classroom Grants have been a staple of Berkeley public…

Zionsville Education Foundation Inc · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: Classroom Grants support academic excellence and innovation, community and school partnerships, and matching funds for external grants. These grants are awarded in the fall…

Approximately $34,000+ total (29 grants awarded in 2025-2026)
GRETNA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Gretna Public Schools district, Nebraska Eligibility: Any Gretna Public Schools educator, with the support of his/her principal Purpose: The Classroom Grant program…

DANVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: The Danville Public School Foundation provides classroom grants to enhance current curriculum and provide additional resources for rigorous and fun educational experiences…

Up to $500 per individual educator; up to $500 per educator in team applications
Jordan Education Foundation · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: Classroom Grants fund innovative and creative classroom projects that enrich standard curriculum and directly enhance learning opportunities for students in Jordan School…

$500 - $1,000
FULTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Program Overview: Classroom grants are a cornerstone program of the Fulton Public Schools Foundation designed to support innovation and expanded learning opportunities for students…

Up to $25,000
Park City Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: PCEF Classroom Grants support educators through funding for projects and programs that align with PCEF's funding priorities. Status: The 2026-27 school year application is…

ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Elkhorn Public Schools District, Nebraska (19 schools) Focus Areas: Educational enrichment for K-12 students across all grade levels. Examples include science and…

EAU CLAIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: Eau Claire Area School District (ECASD), Wisconsin - all 20 schools Purpose: Supports classroom innovation and teacher…

Up to $5,000
OREGON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Funder: Oregon Schools Foundation (OSF) Geographic Scope: Oregon City Schools District, Oregon, Ohio Program Description: The Oregon Schools Foundation (OSF) Grant program provides…

$200 - $2,000
SCHOOL CITY OF MISHAWAKA EDUCATION · October 5, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Program Type: Semi-annual competitive grants Geographic Scope: School City of Mishawaka (IN, US) Eligibility: SCM teachers and staff Award Amount: $200 to $2,000 Description:…

$100 - $2,000
BELLEVUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: The Bellevue Public Schools Foundation awards classroom grants to educators across the Bellevue School District seeking financial support for equipment, materials, or…

Varies (historical range: $450 - $44,137)
Shorewood Supporters of Excellence in Educational Development · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Funder: Shorewood Supporters of Excellence in Educational Development (SEED) Foundation Geographic Scope: Shorewood, Wisconsin - serves Shorewood School District Focus Areas: -…

GREENWOOD ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants for Teachers Funder: Greenwood ISD Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Greenwood ISD, Midland, TX Overview: The Greenwood Education Foundation provides grants for innovative ideas…

Varies (examples range from $94 to $2,800)
ASHLAND SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Impact Grants Overview: ASF awards grants to support creative, hands-on classroom projects and materials that directly benefit students in Ashland Schools. Geographic Scope: Ashland School…

Logan City School District · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Minigrants Funder: Logan Schools Foundation Mission: Improve the lives of young people and strengthen the community by enhancing educational opportunities available to all students in the…

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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