Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,938 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: 2,938; 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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Migrant Education Program - Continuation - Region II: Essex County Educational Services Commission Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $269K The Migrant Education Program - Continuation aims to provide educational support for eligible children of migratory farm workers and fishers in Essex County.	Not published	Up to $269K
Oregon's AP/IB Programs Test Fee Program Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Program helping students in low-income situations participate in rigorous Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate coursework. Supports college preparation and closing Oregon's achievement gap through subsidized test fees.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Biomedical Science- New Program- In Partnership With: Regeneron Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Biomedical Science grant aims to enhance the existing program by funding the addition of new courses or extra class periods, along with teacher training for the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$10K
Bachenberg, Leona and Henry Educational Trust Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Bachenberg, Leona and Henry Educational Trust offers a $5,000 scholarship for graduating seniors from specific high schools in Gage and Pawnee Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Block Shot Grants Rudys Kids Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A program honoring teachers and students who go above and beyond in their classrooms and communities, inspiring others through leadership, kindness, and dedication.	Not published	Varies
Rise for Education Grant Program Rise Gardens · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rise for Education Grant Program offers funding for hydroponic classroom gardens that enhance STEM education and nutrition. This initiative encourages hands-on learning, integrating STEM and arts through practical gardening projects.	Not published	Varies
International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Scholarship State College Area School District Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 A scholarship fund established to ensure that IB program assessments are accessible to all interested students regardless of financial circumstances.	Not published	Up to $700
Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants, offered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, provide funding of up to $600 (or $1,000 for Title I schools) to support transportation and admission costs for students attending arts and…	Not published	Up to $1K
BAEF Grant Program Burbank Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burbank Arts & Education Foundation has a long history of supporting innovation and excellence in schools, with a particular emphasis on arts education, STEM programs, and meeting the needs of Burbank Unified School District students.	Not published	Varies
CT Grown for CT Kids Grant: Pre-School Age Connecticut Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The CT Grown for CT Kids Grant supports K-12 schools in Connecticut to enhance Farm-to-School programs, promoting local food in child nutrition initiatives.	Not published	Up to $50K
High Demand Job Training Grants Lubbock Economic Development Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K	Not published	Up to $150K
John Polefka Memorial Awards Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies These scholarships are presented in memory of a schoolmate lost in Vietnam. The awards support students pursuing service-oriented careers and military service.	Not published	Varies
Category 5 - Statewide Agriculture Education Organization Grant Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Category 5 - Statewide Agriculture Education Organization Grant, administered by Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC), provides funding up to $2,000 for projects that enhance agricultural education for Pre K – 12th grade students.	Not published	Up to $2K
Champions Educate Here - College Football Playoff Legacy Program Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K A legacy program designed to identify and celebrate educators and provide support for teachers across Los Angeles County.	Not published	Up to $20K
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Field Trip Grant (Community Foundation of New Jersey) Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Thanks to a grant from the Schumann Fund for New Jersey, Field Trip New Jersey funding is available to all Essex County schools and other nonprofit organizations serving Essex County that are current grantees of the Schumann Fund.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Urgent Needs Application Eugene Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Collington Episcopal Life Care Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Give the Foundation flexibility to create community both at Collington and in the surrounding community.	Not published	Varies
MCACA Bus Grants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Support transportation costs for Michigan K-12 schools to conduct arts or culture-related field trips.	Not published	Up to $500
Ke Alahele Education Fund Maui Economic Development Board Inc Medb · Foundation Not published · Varies To power up STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education in Maui County.	Not published	Varies
BackPack Program Putnam Education Partnership Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150 Provides weekly food bags to students experiencing food insecurity The PEP Foundation is a recipient of United Way Grant Funding	Not published	$150
High Ability Program Grant Indiana Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The High Ability Program Grant, provided by the Indiana Department of Education, aims to enhance inclusive access to high ability services for Indiana students.	Not published	Varies
SDYC Junior Program Grants San Diego Yacht Club Sailing Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Church & School Outreach Grants Gianforte Family Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Gianforte Family Foundation offers Church & School Outreach Grants to empower local Christian churches and schools in Montana.	Not published	Up to $3K
College Info Series & Pioneer Pathways San Leandro Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies SLED provides free college information and exploration programs for students considering college as a post-secondary option.	Not published	Varies

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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 2,938 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 2,938 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 206 have a published upcoming deadline, 978 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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