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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Title III, Part A, NCLB - English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement and Academic Achievement State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To assist local school systems in teaching English to limited English proficient students and in helping these students meet the same challenging standards required of all students.	Not published	Varies
McFadden Farms Trust Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $11K The McFadden Farms Trust Scholarship, offered by McFadden Farms, Inc., supports high school seniors from Posey County pursuing vocational education in trades.	Not published	Up to $11K
Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) supports non-profit organizations in the District of Columbia to enhance student engagement in arts and humanities.	Not published	Up to $30K
Scholarship Program Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation administers multiple scholarship programs on behalf of community businesses, families, and organizations. The scholarship program has benefited thousands of graduating Elkhorn seniors.	Not published	$500 – $5K
CTE Grant: Non-Traditional Grants Arkansas Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The CTE Grant for Non-Traditional Grants supports Perkins V Programs of Study, focusing on fields where individuals from one gender make up less than 25% of the workforce, such as technology and computer science.	Not published	Varies
The Yale Teaching Fellowship (YTF): Teacher Pipeline Track Grant Yale University · Foundation Not published · $47K The Yale Teaching Fellowship (YTF) aims to cultivate high-quality teachers for New Haven Public Schools, addressing teacher shortages and enhancing retention.	Not published	$47K
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Engineering Program Expansion grant, previously offered by Chevron in Mississippi, aimed to enhance educational opportunities in engineering for K-12 students.	Not published	$5K
Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Not published · $60K – $100K Awards to support transportation and admission costs for students attending arts and cultural events. Rolling deadline: at least 30 days prior to planned activity.	Not published	$60K – $100K
Designated Grant Somers Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation may serve as a conduit for money designated for a specific project outside the usual grant types or from an entity that cannot otherwise donate directly to the school system.	Not published	Varies
Culture and the Arts – Artists in Schools Vermont Arts Council · State Not published · Up to $400K Supports quality, multiday arts experiences in schools with Vermont teaching artists in residence and encourage collaborations between schools, youth, artists, and arts organizations.	Not published	Up to $400K
EASI: Other Services Route Grant Colorado Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The EASI: Other Services Route, introduced by the Colorado Department of Education, streamlines school improvement funding through a single application process.	Not published	Up to $10K
Classroom Fund Midvale-Lincoln Parent Teacher Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100 Each classroom can request up to $100 per year to support classroom and curriculum needs.	Not published	Up to $100
FY2027: Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program: Planning Support Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is launching the FY2027 Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program to support Local Educational Agencies in developing diverse pathways to teacher licensure.	Not published	Up to $25K
PLTW Launch - New Program (L3Harris Technologies) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K L3Harris Technologies has partnered with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to inspire PreK-12 students in STEM fields, providing $20,000 in grants for schools to launch and expand PLTW programs starting in the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	Up to $20K
Arts in Schools Grants City of Tempe · State Not published · Up to $1K The Arts in Schools Grants provided by the City of Tempe support Visual and Performing Arts teachers aiming to enhance fine arts education in local schools.	Not published	Up to $1K
Community Grants Program The Rotary Club of Sebastopol · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sebastopol Rotary Club invests in local communities by providing grants to benefit organizations in West Sonoma County. "We are very sorry but no 2026 Community Grant program will be available."	Not published	Varies
Big Green School Garden Grant: Jumpstart Detroit Big Green · Foundation Not published · Varies We believe that growing food changes lives. It improves nutrition security, improves mental health, connects us with nature, opens our eyes to the impacts of climate change, and improves economic mobility.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Program (CSP) The Opportunity Trust D/B/a Zest Education · Foundation Not published · $2M The Charter School Program provides funding to support the launch and expansion of innovative charter schools in St. Louis.	Not published	$2M
Foundation for LPS Scholarships The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools · Foundation Not published · $148K Many generous individuals, businesses, and organizations have established scholarship funds at the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools to help students achieve their educational goals.	Not published	$148K
Braham Area Education Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Braham Area Education Foundation Grant, established in partnership with local citizens and the Initiative Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities for students in the Braham Area Independent School District.	Not published	Varies
NY State Farm-to-School Grant Program New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The NY State Farm-to-School Grant Program promotes the use of locally produced foods in K-12 school cafeterias, enhancing meal quality and fostering relationships between schools and New York farmers.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Decarbonizing Public Schools Program Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies This program aims to help Local Education Agencies (LEAs) develop capacity and advance strategies for promoting clean and efficient energy use within their portfolio of current and future K-12 schools and support facilities.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering - New Program (Caterpillar Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Engineering program, supported by the Caterpillar Foundation, aims to enhance STEM education in underserved communities. Grants of $30,000 will help schools launch and expand these programs starting in the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$15K
PLTW Launch - New Program - In Partnership With: Arrow Electronics Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The PLTW Launch program, in collaboration with Arrow Electronics, offers grants of $15,000 to support STEM and CTE curriculum implementation in schools within 25 miles of Alpharetta, GA.	Not published	Up to $15K

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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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