Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 3,016 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.

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What grants for k-12 schools are open right now?

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KIEL EDUCATIONAL ENDOWMENT FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dual Credit Scholarship - English Geographic Scope: Kiel High School students Eligibility: - Must be eligible for free and reduced lunch program - Available for dual credit English courses with…

Full course costs (tuition, fees, and course materials)
KIEL EDUCATIONAL ENDOWMENT FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dual Credit Scholarship - Spanish Geographic Scope: Kiel High School students Eligibility: - Must be eligible for free and reduced lunch program - Available for dual credit Spanish courses with…

PROSPER EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dual Credit Scholarships Funder: Prosper Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Prosper ISD, Texas, USA Eligibility: Prosper ISD students taking dual credit courses Overview The Prosper Education…

FORT OSAGE RESOURCES CHAMPION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dual Credit/AP Scholarships Overview: For the last five years, the Fort Osage Education Foundation has been committed to unlocking college-level learning for every student at Fort Osage High School…

DUKE ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duke Energy: Florida: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local…

DUKE ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duke Energy: Kentucky: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local…

DUKE ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duke Energy: Ohio: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2024 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local…

DUKE ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dulcey Degilio Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more of our scholarships must…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duluth Public Schools Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Duluth Public School Funds…

Duncan Family Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duncan Aviation Family Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Duncan Family Trust Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Duncan Aviation Family Trust Grant supports organizations that enhance public…

CAREER PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

E-Squared Scholarship Funder: Career Partners Inc., Culpeper, VA Program Type: Student scholarship award from business competition Overview: E-Squared is Career Partners' signature program…

IMPACT ON EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Earl & Barbara Bolton Scholarship Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), Colorado Award Amount: $5,000 (renewable for up to four years, with…

CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Earl K. Wood Fund Geographic Scope: Orange County, FL Target Audience: High school seniors participating in public speaking Administration: Administered through the Foundation for Orange County…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early College High School (ECHS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Early College High School (ECHS) initiative by the Texas Education…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early College Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Early College…

US $15,000 - US $40,000
Akamai Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Learner STEM Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akamai Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Akamai Foundation's Early Learner STEM…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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