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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2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for Districts Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $800K The 2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for Districts Grant, awarded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to assist school districts in moving towards a compensation model that rewards educators based on effectiveness rather than tenure.	Not published	$800K
Activities Access Grants Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300 This program is designed to assist PASD (Phoenixville Area School District) students with financial need who want to participate in school-sponsored programs.	Not published	Up to $300
Governor's Scholar Program (HB1184) Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A Virginia House Bill 1184 mandated program that provides a pathway for high school students to complete an Associate of Science (AS) General Studies degree and Uniform Certificate of General Studies concurrently with their high school…	Not published	Varies
CMCF Brady Sexton Endowment Grant Central Montcalm Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brady Sexton Endowment (Central Montcalm Community Foundation, MI) provides funding for grants that support youth athletics at Central Montcalm Public Schools.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (Ardagh Group) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Launch program, in partnership with Ardagh Group, aims to enhance educational opportunities for over 500,000 PreK-12 students and train more than 5,000 teachers in U.S. communities.	Not published	$15K
Mighty Grant Mesa Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Mighty Grant is part of the Mesa Public Schools Foundation's Educator Grants program designed to support innovative projects that benefit students within the Mesa Public Schools district.	Not published	$2K
Student STEM Enrichment Program Grant Burroughs Wellcome Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $180K The Student STEM Enrichment Program (SSEP) aims to enhance K-12 education in North Carolina by funding hands-on STEM activities for students.	Not published	Up to $180K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Chevron Louisiana) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway grant, funded by Chevron, aims to enhance educational opportunities for K-12 students in Louisiana.	Not published	$10K
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Phillips 66) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion grant from Phillips 66 aims to enhance access to quality education in STEM fields for middle and high school students.	Not published	$10K
NSLP Equipment Assistance Grant Illinois State Board of Education · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The NSLP Equipment Assistance Grant, provided by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, aims to support Illinois schools in acquiring essential equipment for the National School Lunch Program.	Not published	$1K – $25K
College Scholarships Ofallon High School Endowment Fund Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial support to OTHS students pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Individual Funding Request Form The Chehalis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Covey Foundation: Bookmobile Grant The Lois Lenski Covey Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Lois Lenski Covey Foundation offers the Bookmobile Grant to promote literacy among underserved children. Grants range from $500 to $3,000 specifically for purchasing books for youth from preschool to grade 8.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Grant Lindback CR & MF Foundation TW Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Grant supports excellence in education and assists distressed individuals in the Greater Philadelphia area, established by Christian R. Lindback's testamentary gift.	Not published	Varies
Joshua Boger Innovative School of the Year Award Massachusetts Biotechnology Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Award funds must be used to purchase equipment and supplies for life sciences and biotechnology education programs.	Not published	$5K
Beatrice Education Association Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Beatrice Education Association Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, provides a $500 scholarship to a deserving senior planning to pursue a career in education.	Not published	Up to $500
PreK-12 Education Grant The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: February is the deadline for multiyear grants.	Not published	Varies
JCCC Student Development and Achievement Grants Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 1991, the JCCC Foundation and its programs are the formalized expression of friendship and community involvement of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago (JCCC).	Not published	Varies
Grants for Great Ideas Celina Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Fund creativity and innovation in classrooms directly impacting student success	Not published	Up to $3K
Lisa McKinstry Memorial Fund Waterloo Community Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the advancement of the student experience within the WCSD, allowing students to further their passions, life skills, and other interests to become leaders and innovators	Not published	Varies
UHS Grad Night Sustained Fund University High School Foundation & Alumni Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The UHS Foundation and Alumni Association has created a sustainable fund to support the annual Senior Grad Night Party, which keeps seniors safe and celebrates their achievements.	Not published	Up to $3K
Innovative Grant Otsego Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting innovative initiatives within the school district. Specific details about eligibility, focus areas, and award amounts are not provided in the available website content.	Not published	Varies
Green School Works Technical Assistance Services Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Green School Works Technical Assistance Services provide crucial support for public K-12 schools in Massachusetts to advance their decarbonization goals.	Not published	Up to $250K
InCredible Award Grants Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies InCredible Award Grants are awarded to individual staff members or small groups of staff members who want to complete a special project or create a club that encourages innovation, creativity and excellence for the students of the…	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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