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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HEF Classroom Grants Holland Public Schools Educ Found · Foundation Jan 23, 2027 · Varies	Jan 23, 2027	Varies
Superintendent's 21st Century Awards Spark SF Public Schools · Foundation ~January · Varies Annual recognition program that honors graduating high school seniors from San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) who exemplify the characteristics of the SFUSD Graduate Profile.	~January	Varies
Extreme Classroom Makeover The Orau Foundation · Foundation ~January · $25K Launched in 2008 in conjunction with ORAU's new Oak Ridge office building featuring a Center for Science Education.	~January	$25K
Extreme Classroom Makeover Oak Ridge Associated Universities Inc · Foundation ~January · $25K An annual competition that awards one public school STEM teacher with $25,000 in new equipment and technology to upgrade their classroom.	~January	$25K
Engagement Grant Vancouver School District Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies The Foundation for VPS Engagement Grant program provides funding to strengthen student engagement through enrichment opportunities, mentoring programs, and parent/family engagement initiatives.	~January	Varies
EFW Teacher and Educator Grants Education Foundation of Wauwatosa Inc · Foundation ~January · $200 – $50K The Education Foundation of Wauwatosa (EFW) provides annual grants to support innovative programs and learning opportunities across Wauwatosa public schools.	~January	$200 – $50K
NUCA of Washington Annual Scholarship Utility Contractors Association of WA · Foundation ~January · $5K – $20K NUCA of Washington offers annual scholarships to hard-working students pursuing a career in the civil construction industry. These scholarships are supported by funds raised at the organization's annual Last Ditch Open Golf Tournament.	~January	$5K – $20K
Monday Musical Club Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $3K Monday Musical Club grants (via Berrien Community Foundation, MI) provide up to $3,000 to schools and nonprofits in Berrien County, MI to support music instruction, programs, performances, or activities that engage and educate people of…	~January	Up to $3K
FCEF Teacher of the Year Award Falls Church Education Foundation · Foundation ~January · $2K Recognizes excellence in teaching and support for Falls Church City Public Schools educators	~January	$2K
Instructional Grant Program Sanger Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies The Sanger Education Foundation awards grants for instructional initiatives that go above and beyond what the district can provide in normal everyday learning environments.	~February	Varies
Student Enrichment Program Award Sanger Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies The Student Enrichment Initiatives Program provides funding for enrichment opportunities that are above and beyond regular, remedial, or required studies.	~February	Varies
Openlands School Garden Growth Grant Openlands · Foundation ~February · $500	~February	$500
ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant East Central Regional Arts Council · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · Up to $5K The ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant aims to enhance the arts curriculum in K-12 educational facilities located in Region 7E, Minnesota.	Feb 1, 2027	Up to $5K
District Program Award (District Initiatives to Promote Instructional Enhancement) Sanger Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $10K District Initiatives to Promote Instructional Enhancement provide funds for specific initiatives that align with the Sanger Independent School District's Strategic Plan.	~February	$10K
OETT Annual Grant Program (Phase II) Oklahoma Educational Technology Trust · Foundation ~February · Up to $40K Established to provide the latest technologies and teacher training to Oklahoma schools, OETT has been awarding grants to schools since at least 2020.	~February	Up to $40K
G. Gerald Hendley Family Scholarship Wilkes Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $2K – $75K Attn: WEF Scholarship Committee – Loretta Shumate	~February	$2K – $75K
Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship Wilkes Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Up to $30K Attn: WEF Scholarship Committee – Loretta Shumate	~February	Up to $30K
Della Arnold Scholarship Wilkes Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $2K	~February	$2K
Garces Tuition Scholarships Bakersfield Catholic Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The Bakersfield Catholic Education Foundation offers tuition assistance scholarships for incoming freshmen and returning students at Garces Memorial High School.	~February	Varies
Education MiniGrants Alabama Audubon · Foundation ~February · Up to $1K Alabama Audubon's Education MiniGrants provide up to $1,000 per award to support educators and educationally-oriented nonprofits throughout Alabama.	~February	Up to $1K
Stock Farm Greater Ravalli Foundation General Scholarship Stock Farm Greater Ravalli Foundation · Foundation ~February · $12K – $16K Two-year scholarship for high school seniors demonstrating exceptional desire and commitment to further their education and training.	~February	$12K – $16K
High School Senior Scholarship Program Central Florida Womens League Foundation · Foundation ~February · $694K To assist graduating young women with college tuition expenses and support their educational advancement Scholarship recipients have attended prestigious institutions including: The University of Texas, University of Miami, University of…	~February	$694K
Innovative Education Grants Humble ISD Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The Humble ISD Education Foundation funds innovative, creative projects that enrich student learning experiences and support Humble ISD's mission of developing each child intellectually, artistically, emotionally, physically, and socially…	~February	Varies
William A. Lee Memorial Scholarship Chicago Federation of Labor and Industrial Union Council · Foundation ~February · $2K Each year, the Chicago Federation of Labor awards 10 William A. Lee Memorial Scholarships to high school seniors.	~February	$2K

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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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