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 state and 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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Public Schools Opportunities Enhancement Professional Learning Grant Program Maryland State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $500K The Public Schools Opportunities Enhancement Professional Learning Grant Program, offered by the Maryland State Department of Education, aims to support the professional development of teachers in public schools.	Not published	$500K
NJ Radon Awareness Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Up to $2K The NJ Radon Awareness Program Grant aims to provide funding for radon testing in New Jersey municipalities, health departments, schools, and non-profit agencies focused on weatherization.	Not published	Up to $2K
SCAC: Term Arts Education Project Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The SCAC Term Arts Education Project Grants support quality arts education for preschool and K-12 students during the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	Up to $15K
Girl Day Grants (Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day) National Engineers Week Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K Girl Day Grants support events and activities for Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, an annual campaign that takes place during Engineers Week with the goal of introducing K-12 girls (and boys – all are invited!) to the fascinating world…	Not published	$250 – $1K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Lam Research) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway - New Program, in partnership with Burns & McDonnell, aims to enhance student engagement in STEM by providing teachers with essential resources and support.	Not published	$10K
Herb Kohl: Principal Leadership Award - Public School Principals & Administrators Grant Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K The Herb Kohl Principal Leadership Award aims to honor and support exemplary school administrators in Wisconsin. Award recipients, including up to 17 principals annually, receive $6,000 grants for personal and school development.	Not published	$6K
Panasonic Challenge Fund Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Panasonic Challenge Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, supports advanced STEAM education initiatives aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for Newark students.	Not published	Up to $25K
Carla Vendeland Community Service Award Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 1996 in her memory and in honor of her dedication to community service, this award recognizes Newport High School graduating seniors who demonstrate exceptional commitment to volunteerism.	Not published	$1K
PLTW Launch - New Program (Ardagh Group) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Launch program, supported by Ardagh Group, aims to enhance education in local communities over the next decade.	Not published	$10K
Classroom Grants (Annual) Shorewood Supporters of Excellence in Educational Development · Foundation Not published · $450 – $44K SEED was established in 2003 to promote excellence in Shorewood's public schools. The foundation believes strong schools equal a strong community and aligns its giving with the District's annual and long-term strategic priorities.	Not published	$450 – $44K
Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Grants The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Grants focus on enhancing opportunities for K-12 students in Atlanta, emphasizing literacy instruction, afterschool, and summer programs.	Not published	Varies
Academic Enrichment Grants The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation offers Academic Enrichment Grants to support innovative educational programs that enhance student learning for low-income children.	Not published	Up to $20K
Building Hope IMPACT Awards Program Building Hope Impact Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K	Not published	$5K – $20K
Glen Hawk Sr. Endowed Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Glen Hawk Sr. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 25 Feb 2027. The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources.	Not published	Varies
Walking Classroom Grant Program Alliance for a Healthier Generation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walking Classroom Grant Program, offered by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, enables classroom teachers in public schools to receive donated materials for their students.	Not published	Varies
Reserve Fund Scholarship Aim Higher Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $1K The Reserve Fund Scholarship is a $1,000 Aim Higher Scholarship awarded to K-8 students from families who experience sudden and unexpected financial hardship outside of the Foundation's normal application and awarding timelines.	Rolling	$1K
NYSCA Arts Bring Change (ABC) Grants New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NYSCA Arts Bring Change (ABC) Grants support local cultural organizations and artists who collaborate with public schools to provide K-12 students with engaging artistic experiences.	Not published	Up to $3K
Golden State Pathways Program (GSPP) - Implementation Grants Linked Learning Alliance · Foundation Not published · $422M The Golden State Pathways Program is a historic $470 million investment by California to expand high-quality college and career pathways in high schools across the state.	Not published	$422M
St Joseph School District Foundation Cornett, Jim Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · $500 Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Inc. was established in 2009 as a 501(c)3 public charity to help donors support their favorite charities while receiving maximum tax advantage.	Not published	$500
Chromebooks for Kids Fund The Rockland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Created to help provide Chromebooks and equipment to assist families of students dealing with the transition to remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic.	Not published	Varies
School Bus: Advisory Services Program RFP Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Varies The School Bus Advisory Services Program, offered by MassCEC, provides free advisory services to public school districts in Massachusetts to help them overcome barriers to electrifying their bus fleets.	Not published	Varies
P.L.A.Y.S. Program, Presented by Meridian Chicago Fire Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway- New Program In Partnership With Emerson NI Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The PLTW Gateway program in partnership with Emerson NI aims to enhance STEM education for middle school students.	Not published	Up to $10K
Clean School Bus Energy Grant Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities · Foundation Not published · $125M Funding to replace aging school buses with low- or zero-emission models. This is a major federal initiative to support clean transportation in Michigan's school systems.	Not published	$125M

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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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