Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 3,016 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
DonorsChoose Matching Funds Overview: Through a generous grant from the Community Foundation of Boone County, ZEF provides matching funds to ZCS educators raising funds for an educational project…
Doors of Opportunity Award Overview: An annual award honoring a Vashon Island School District (VISD) educator who exemplifies exceptional spirit, grit, and dedication that goes beyond their job…
Doris E. Schwartz Education Fund Funder: Doris E. Schwartz Estate / York County Community Foundation Status: Active since 2013 Geographic Scope: York County, PA (13 school districts) Fund Size: $3.4…
Doris E. Schwartz Education Fund Overview: Created in 2013 from the estate of Doris E. Schwartz, a former West York teacher and flight attendant. Established to foster innovation in education and…
Dorothy E. Ann Fund (D.E.A.F.)- Teacher Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Dorothy E. Ann Fund (D.E.A.F.)…
Dorothy E. Ann Fund (D.E.A.F.)- Technology that Supports Literacy Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The Dorothy…
Dover Air Force Base School Budget - Agency: Higher Education
Dover Education Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Dover Education Enrichment…
Downtown San Diego Lions Club Scholarship Fund Overview: The Downtown San Diego Lions Club offers scholarships through its Welfare Foundation to support local high school students committed to…
Dr. Anthony Lombardi Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: $2,000 Geographic Scope: Forest Hills Northern High School Eligibility Requirements: - Graduating senior - Planning to enter the medical field…
Dr. Dana Mattix Memorial Scholarship Geographic Scope: Tuscola, Illinois Eligibility: For a student pursuing a career in health services Award Type: Scholarship for graduating seniors from Tuscola…
Dr. David L. Fields Excellence in Teaching Awards Overview: The Danville Public School Foundation awards annual recognition to outstanding teachers demonstrating continuing dedication to their…
Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund - High School Applicants Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: January…
Dr. James & Juanita Kane Scholarship Funder: Beartooth Billings Clinic Foundation Overview: The Foundation has offered this scholarship since 2006 and has distributed a total of $122,845 to date. The…
Dr. Kevin Armstrong Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: $5,000 Geographic Scope: Irvine Unified School District (IUSD), California Eligibility: - Graduating IUSD high school students - Demonstrate…
Dr. Penny Ferguson Scholarship Overview: The Maryville City Schools Foundation has established a scholarship in honor of Dr. Penny Ferguson, who dedicated over 50 years of service to the students at…
Dr. Robin L. Felty Student Impact Grants Geographic Scope: Manheim Township School District, Pennsylvania Funder: Manheim Township Educational Foundation (MTEF) Overview: The Student Impact Fund was…
Drive for 25 Farm to School Grant Overview: Grant program designed to increase the amount of local produce and other ingredients served and purchased in public schools. Geographic Scope: Jefferson…
Driver Education in Public High Schools Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Driver…
DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The DTE Energy Foundation Tree…
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.
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.
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.