Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 20, 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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IMPACT Fund Omega Life Membership Foundation · Foundation ~December · $25K The IMPACT FUND is the first initiative created by the Foundation's Board of Directors and is designed as a "Donor Advised Fund." The majority vote of the Foundation membership present at the Annual Corporate Meeting decides the designee…	~December	$25K
School Grants - Partner Schools & Spark Schools Fire Foundation of Denver · Foundation ~December · Varies Each winter, local Catholic schools (PreK-12) within the Archdiocese of Denver that are working to enroll students with disabilities and learning differences are invited to apply for a FIRE Denver grant.	~December	Varies
Back-to-School Mini-Grant West Contra Costa Public Education Fund · Foundation ~December · $250 To ease out-of-pocket costs for teachers while improving educational experiences of students, with focus on African American/Black students' needs	~December	$250
Reimagine Education Grants The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies	~December	Varies
Secondary School Essay Contest Historic Boulder Inc · Foundation ~December · $100 – $300 To showcase the writing, creative and research skills of secondary school students in Boulder Valley Schools using essay themes drawn from Boulder history.	~December	$100 – $300
Velma Clark Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award Maryland Agricultural Education · Foundation ~December · $500 Recognize a Maryland K-8 teacher for excellent job in incorporating agriculture into core curriculum.	~December	$500
Walmart Foundation Spark Good Local Grant Listed by Native Americans in Philanthropy · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · $250 – $5K Walmart believes that investing in local communities strengthens its business and the communities it serves. Local grants are designed to support local organizations that meet the unique needs of the communities where Walmart operates.	Dec 31, 2026	$250 – $5K
Teacher Mini-Grants PSJA Tri City Education Foundation · Foundation ~December · $500 – $1K Funded projects span a wide range of topics, including: Since inception in 2013, the PSJA Education Foundation has distributed over $2.5 million in scholarships and teacher grants.	~December	$500 – $1K
FIRE Grants - Catholic School and Parish Leadership Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Support Catholic schools in enrolling children with significant intellectual/developmental disabilities or learning differences	~January	Varies
Falcon Grant Kentwood Public Schools Education Foundation · Foundation ~January · $1K The Falcon Grant was designed for educational projects needing funding of more than $1,000. Applications must be submitted by January 1st of the grant year, with approval/denial decisions made by January 31st of the grant year.	~January	$1K
Ravens Scholarship Program Ravens Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · $5K The Baltimore Ravens established this scholarship program to enable local youth to continue their education on a collegiate level.	~January	$5K
School Year 2025-26 Grant Application (Winter Deadline) Gloucester Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies This is part of the general GEF grant program with three submission windows per school year. See the general Gloucester Education Foundation Grant Program entry for comprehensive details on eligibility, focus areas, and requirements.	~January	Varies
Blaze Foundation Teacher Grant Blaze Credit Union Foundation · Foundation ~January · Up to $3K The Blaze Credit Union Foundation Teacher Grant Program empowers educators within the community by funding innovative and impactful educational projects focused on financial well-being and life skill development.	~January	Up to $3K
Minneapolis Educator Leadership Awards (MELA) Achieve Twin Cities · Foundation ~January · $10K – $75K Design creative learning opportunities for students and enhance student learning while creating stronger school communities	~January	$10K – $75K
The Annette Raphel Scholarship for Leadership and Diversity Belmont Day School Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Raphel Scholars join a close-knit community with:	~January	Varies
Latinx Youth Conference Scholarship - Four Laptop Awards Hispanic Center of Western Michigan Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies The 2025 Latinx Youth Conference awards four laptops to qualifying eighth-grade students. Students may submit for as many of the four scholarship opportunities as they wish.	~January	Varies
Peer Education Grant Organization for Autism Research · Foundation Jan 11, 2027 · $500 – $12K The Peer Education Grant, offered by the Organization for Autism Research, aims to enhance autism acceptance among children by providing educational resources and funding for initiatives.	Jan 11, 2027	$500 – $12K
Mary Ellen Thompson Elementary Music Fund Fargo Public Schools Development Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies Supports innovative music education in elementary schools within Fargo Public Schools.	~January	Varies
Innovative Education, Literacy, & Music Grants Fargo Public Schools Development Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies Awarded annually to support the creativity, passion, and expertise of Fargo Public Schools educators.	~January	Varies
Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation ~January · $1K – $3K California Casualty provides grants to help Maine public school sports programs in need.	~January	$1K – $3K
Mockingbird Foundation Grants The Mockingbird Foundation · Foundation ~January · $100 – $10K The Mockingbird Foundation offers competitive grants for music education for children. Focused on underserved communities, the foundation supports innovative projects that engage children directly through music.	~January	$100 – $10K
Community Investment Grant - Education United Way of Goodhuewabasha & Pierce Counties · Foundation ~January · Varies The United Way of Goodhue, Wabasha and Pierce Counties invests donations back into their communities primarily through Community Investment Grants.	~January	Varies
Educator Grants Wellesley Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies For over 40 years, WEF has underwritten grants to educators that further innovation and excellence in Wellesley Public Schools.	~January	Varies
Wayland Public Schools Foundation Grants Program Wayland Public Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies The WPSF provides teachers and administrators with critical funds to support:	~January	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 20, 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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