Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 23, 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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Foundation for LPS Educator Awards The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies Every year, the Foundation for LPS awards talented and passionate Lincoln Public Schools professionals in a variety of academic, multicultural, and leadership areas who are an inspiration to their schools and the Lincoln community.	Not published	Varies
NAES Outreach Fund Grant National Association of Episcopal Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K Professional development funding for member schools to support outreach and professional growth initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Adam Driscoll Memorial Scholarship Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship established to honor the legacy of Adam Driscoll, a devoted community member and volunteer.	Not published	Varies
Gold Star Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.	Not published	Varies
Joan R. Bowman Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Joan R. The next deadline for this grant is Sat, 18 Apr 2026. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.	Not published	Varies
ArtsNOW Schools Advancement Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The ArtsNOW Schools Advancement Grants aim to enhance educational experiences in identified ArtsNOW Partner Schools through arts integration.	Not published	Varies
East High STEM Foundation East High Angel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Help students deepen their education, explore their passions, and engage in innovative, hands-on projects that inspire real-world learning and prepare them for careers in STEM	Not published	Varies
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation- Superintendent Award Grant Martha Holden Jennings Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Martha Holden Jennings Foundation offers the Superintendent Award to honor outstanding Ohio superintendents. Established in 1959, the award recognizes the commitment of educators and supports public school leadership in Ohio.	Not published	$10K
Rosie's Fund Application Eugene Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Joseph Gatto Memorial Scholarship Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honor the memory of Joseph Gatto, founding Chair of the LACHSA Visual Arts Department	Not published	Varies
Education Grants All Points North Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fiesler's Service Award The John Tramontano Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies Award given in memory of Mike Gresh, recognizing exceptional service and performance in work-study programs.	Not published	Varies
Julius W. Hegeler II Memorial Scholarship Danville Public School Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual scholarship program provided through the Danville Public School Foundation.	Not published	Varies
School Quality and Equity Strategy Grants Education Forward DC · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants complementing the Schools grant making that support visionary leaders tackling challenges around special education, school-based mental health, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as means to significantly improve student…	Not published	Varies
Wishlist School City of Mishawaka Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $200 Teachers and staff may apply for wishlist items throughout the year as needed.	Rolling	Up to $200
Education Microgrants Minneapolis Jewish Federation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Microgrants with a maximum award of $10,000 provided to local Jewish schools to meet critical needs and support educational programming.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Bright Ideas Grant Millbrook Central School District · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K Bright Ideas Grants are designed to support teacher and administrator initiatives to make curriculum come alive for students. Since 2008, MEF has provided approximately $25,000 each year to fund these new ideas.	Not published	Up to $13K
Dare to Dream Grant Winona Area Public Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Supports innovation and creativity in educational projects and initiatives that benefit Winona Area Public Schools students.	Not published	$5K
Peekskill Vocational Scholarship Hope for Youth Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Vocational scholarship award for graduating students from Peekskill High School.	Not published	$1K
JPT Foundation Scholarships The John Tramontano Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies The JPT Foundation offers multiple named scholarships to support educational advancement. Specific scholarship programs mentioned include the James G. Lanahan Scholarship and Walter D. Kruszewski Scholarship.	Not published	Varies
Area School Partnership Program Watertown Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $9K	Not published	$9K
Union County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Union County Community Foundation Grant Cycle aims to enhance community welfare in Union County, NC, by funding projects that meet local needs.	Not published	Up to $8K
AthLife Foundation Academic Athletic Coach Grant Athlife Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AthLife Foundation awards competitive grants to high schools and middle schools (and school districts) to create and sustain an Academic Athletic Coach staff position that uses sport to drive academic achievement and life/leadership…	Not published	Varies
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, Cohort 21, Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program provides opportunities for New Jersey communities to enhance academic enrichment and support for students in grades three through twelve.	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 23, 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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