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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Urban and Community Forestry Grants- Aliso Canyon Green Schoolyard California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $13.5M The Urban and Community Forestry Grants by CAL FIRE aim to create green schoolyards in California to enhance children's health and education while addressing climate change.	Not published	Up to $13.5M
Scale Grant Charter Fund Inc D/B/a Charter School Growth Fund · Foundation Rolling · From $750K Support educational leaders and entrepreneurs who want to expand high-performing public charter schools by growing to serve roughly 1,000+ additional students in the next 3-5 years.	Rolling	From $750K
Charlotte Rotary Youth Merit Awards Rotary Club of Charlotte North Car · Foundation Not published · $500 To recognize outstanding seniors in the Charlotte community that excel both in the classroom and beyond.	Not published	$500
Environmental Education Foundation Grant Environmental Education Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mission of the Environmental Education Foundation is to award educational scholarships and grants to area students and schools for environmental-centered studies and to promote environmental awareness to all ages of the Geneva Lake…	Not published	Up to $5K
Bulk Milk Grants Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bulk Milk Grants, provided by the Chef Ann Foundation, aim to support K-12 school districts in transitioning to bulk milk systems.	Not published	Varies
J. William Gholston Foundation Grant Tr Uw J William Gholston · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. William Gholston Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations aiming to enhance educational opportunities for children in Comer, Georgia.	Not published	Varies
Math Achievement Fund Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding program supporting mathematics achievement and instructional improvement in Kentucky schools, including mini-grant awards and middle school pilot initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Bexley Education Foundation Scholarships Bexley Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K Since 2015, the Foundation has provided scholarship support for Bexley seniors looking to continue their education in college, enter military service, or seek a direct path to a career.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Disabled/Displaced Corporate Scholarship Program Institute for Better Education · Foundation Not published · Varies A school tuition organization (STO) scholarship program providing financial aid to students with disabilities, those with histories in foster care, and other vulnerable populations. Funded through corporate tax credits.	Not published	Varies
Noble County Chess Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Noble County Chess Fund, established in 1996 by Tom Feichter, is dedicated to teaching chess to all elementary school children in Noble County.	Not published	Varies
EEFF Educational Leadership Grant The Edward E Ford Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The EEFF Educational Leadership Grant, initiated in 2008 by the Edward E. Ford Foundation, supports innovative proposals from independent schools that aim to impact educational practices nationally.	Not published	Up to $250K
Anchorage Schools Foundation Project Grants The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $800 The Anchorage Schools Foundation Project Grants support innovative educational projects within the Anchorage School District, inviting applications from school professionals.	Not published	$100 – $800
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (John Deere) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway program expansion, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved students in John Deere communities.	Not published	$10K
HVAC Skills Lab Grant - Refurbish an Existing Plumbing or HVAC Skills Lab Explore The Trades · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The HVAC Skills Lab Grant aims to refurbish existing plumbing and HVAC skills labs in middle and high schools across the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	Up to $10K
Civics Training Program - ESC Implementation Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $254K – $790K The Civics Training Program aims to enhance civic education for K-12 teachers and administrators in Texas.	Not published	$254K – $790K
Budding Botanist Grant KidsGardening · Foundation Not published · $1K The Budding Botanist Grant, offered by the Klorane Botanical Foundation, aims to educate students about environmental sustainability and biodiversity through school garden programs.	Not published	$1K
Career Academy Incentive Fund Grant Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Career Academy Incentive Fund Grant, established by the Iowa Department of Education, supports collaborations between school districts and community colleges to enhance career academy programs.	Not published	Varies
PEP UP! Your Classroom Microgrants Public Education Partners · Foundation Not published · Varies PEP UP! Your Classroom microgrants support individual teachers in funding innovative classroom projects and learning tools.	Not published	Varies
Faculty/Educator Grant Program (General) Washington Township Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support ordinary and extraordinary grant requests from faculty across the Washington Township Schools District.	Not published	Varies
The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund Grant Trees New York · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund, supported by Trees New York, aims to enhance New York City’s urban forest through educational partnerships with local schools.	Not published	Varies
Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grant Branch County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $5K The Nola and George Cummings Family Foundation Fund offers grants ranging from $200 to $5,000 to support educational enrichment for Colon Community School teachers, coaches, and administrators.	Not published	$200 – $5K
Rosemary Cook Education Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.	Not published	Varies
Arts Organizations: Education Resource Grant Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware Division of the Arts provides the Education Resource Grant to foster collaboration between Delaware schools, arts organizations, and artists, enhancing arts education for pre K-12 students.	Not published	Varies
Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Provides funding to eligible schools and residential child care institutions to promote the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables.	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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