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 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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Stipend Program Children's Well-Being League F/K/a Children's Welfare League · Foundation Not published · $70 – $100 Children's Well-being League works in partnership with school designated liaisons, Guidance Counselors, or school Social Workers to offer monthly stipends to high school students in good academic standing with demonstrated financial need.	Not published	$70 – $100
AHC Access to the Humanities Grant Arkansas Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies HumanitiesAR, under the official name of Arkansas Humanities Council, is a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. In spring 2024, we rebranded with HumanitiesAR as our name.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Charter School Program Technical Assistance Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $360K The 2025-2026 Charter School Program Technical Assistance Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance the performance of Texas charter schools.	Not published	$360K
GA Arts: Arts Education Program Grant Georgia Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Georgia Arts: Arts Education Program Grant aims to enhance arts education for K-12 students by supporting programs from Georgia organizations, schools, and agencies.	Not published	$1K – $5K
The Classroom Fund El Paso Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Classroom Fund is a specific funding opportunity managed by the El Paso Community Foundation. As of the latest news update, applications for this fund are actively being accepted.	Not published	Varies
David M. Brooks Music Fund New Hampshire Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The David M. Brooks Music Fund supports music education in New Hampshire’s public schools. Brooks, of Bedford, was a U.S. Army veteran who had worked in the printing industry — and who loved music.	Not published	Varies
Jean P. Fitton Fund Grant Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · Varies Jean FIttonThe Jean P. Fitton Fund was established in 2017 as an endowed field of interest fund.	Not published	Varies
Express Grants Naperville Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K Elevate Naperville 203 staff and students' great ideas into reality.	Rolling	Up to $1K
School Nutrition Grant (No Kid Hungry & Nebraska Appleseed) Nebraska Appleseed Center for Law in the Public Interest · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $50K	Rolling	$5K – $50K
SAH American Architecture and Landscape Field Trip Grants Society of Architectural Historians · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase access to architectural history and built environment education for disadvantaged youth	Not published	Varies
Donald C. and Laura M. Harrison Family Foundation Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Donald C. and Laura M. Harrison Family Foundation, established in 2006, aims to enhance educational opportunities for underprivileged students in the Greater Cincinnati area.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Global Perspectives in Teacher Preparation and Teacher Professional Development Grant Longview Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $22K The Longview Foundation's Internationalizing Teacher Preparation Grants aim to enhance teachers' global competencies through collaborative projects and online education.	Not published	$10K – $22K
Education Grants (Pre-K Through College Programs) Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Overseen by the Executive Director, Education & Scholarships at the Arizona Community Foundation	Not published	Varies
Carole Fargo Summer Enrichment Scholarship for Visual Arts Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Help students participate in summer camp programs or activities that focus on creative fields in visual arts	Not published	Varies
Cy-Fair Educational Foundation Student Scholarships Cy-Fair Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Cypress-Fairbanks ISD to support their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Barr Foundation: Education Program Grant Barr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barr Foundation's Education Program is dedicated to transforming public high school experiences across New England, emphasizing excellence and equity for all students, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds.	Not published	Varies
Special Support Earmarks Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $1.4M The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education invites public school districts to apply for Special Support Earmarks, providing approximately $1.384 million in funding as outlined in the FY26 state budget.	Not published	$1.4M
JWDDBF: SupportSTEM Grant Program The Joe W and Dorothy D Brown · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The JWDDBF: SupportSTEM Grant Program aims to enhance STEM education in K-12 schools in Louisiana and Mississippi by funding innovative curriculum implementation and instructional support.	Not published	Up to $30K
HRCEF Scholarships (High School and College) Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Hood River County Education Foundation manages over 55 scholarship funds providing awards to graduating Hood River Valley High School (HRVHS) seniors and current college students.	Not published	$1K – $5K
HSFCA: Artists in the Schools Grant Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The HSFCA Artists in the Schools General Grant aims to enhance educational experiences in Hawai'i by integrating art into classrooms.	Not published	Up to $9K
McGinity Scholarship Excellence in Education · Foundation Not published · $2K The McGinity Scholarship supports students pursuing healthcare careers. Recipients receive a one-time $2,000 award to help fund their healthcare education.	Not published	$2K
Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Award The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition and honor for outstanding educators in the School District of Lee County. This was the first major project funded and developed by The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Teach for America RFA Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 Teach for America grant aims to enhance the quality of education in Texas by funding proven models to recruit and retain effective teachers, particularly in high-need areas like the Rio Grande Valley and major metropolitan…	Not published	Varies
Meal Debt Support Program Committee for Excellence in Education · Foundation Not published · $25K A unique partnership program providing critical assistance to families facing unforeseen challenges who don't qualify for free and reduced-price meals but cannot afford school meal costs.	Not published	$25K

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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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