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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Columbus Area Community Foundation Grant Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Columbus Area Community Foundation Grant supports local 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government agencies, and religious organizations in Cherokee County, Kansas.	Not published	Varies
Newton USD 373 Academic Enhancement Fund Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K The Newton USD 373 Academic Enhancement Fund, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, provides essential financial support for classroom resources and projects aimed at benefiting USD 373 Newton students.	Not published	$500 – $4K
VSA - Arts Maryland State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide programs for students to experience the arts; understand the historical, cultural and social context of the arts; develop skills for creative expression and performance in the fine arts; to apply criteria to aesthetic decision…	Not published	Varies
Grants for Italian Programs Italian American Committee on Education · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Emily Chinn Kindness Awards Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 Awards funded by Dr. Terrance Chinn in memory of his wife Emily, given annually to recognize students demonstrating kindness and inner strength of character.	Not published	$100
AAUW: Community Action Grants - Project Support American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The AAUW Community Action Grants support projects that promote education and equity for women and girls in grades K-12, particularly in STEM fields. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and AAUW branches.	Not published	Up to $75K
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (EQT Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Gateway Program Expansion grant, funded by the EQT Foundation, aims to help schools enhance their existing PLTW Gateway programs for the upcoming academic year.	Not published	$5K
Edmond Amateis Foundation Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edmond Amateis Foundation Scholarship supports Lake County seniors demonstrating financial need and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.	Not published	Varies
Ruth L. Terranella "Seventy-Six Trombones" Music Fund CFNV Charitable Real Estate Fund CO · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K	Not published	$2K – $10K
Track Modeling STEAM Program USA BMX Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 A week-long educational program created exclusively for 4th-8th graders where students conceptualize, design, and build a scale BMX track while learning engineering and design principles.	Not published	$750
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$10K
Amelia Peabody Foundation Grant Amelia Peabody Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amelia Peabody Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational opportunities for disadvantaged youth in Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
PPL: Energizing Education Grants PPL Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The PPL Foundation offers Energizing Education Grants to support equitable, high-quality educational opportunities for all students.	Not published	$3K – $50K
Belmont County Enrichment Fund Grant Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Belmont County Enrichment Fund Grant, established in 2013 by local landowners and Rice Energy, aims to enhance the quality of life in Belmont County, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $6K
Mental Health Screening in Schools-Year 3 Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $67K – $90K The Mental Health Screening in Schools-Year 3 program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Education, aims to support Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in implementing depression screening for students in grades seven to twelve.	Not published	$67K – $90K
Craig Sutherland Memorial Scholarship Norwell High School Boosters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Bonham, Vivian M., Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Bonham, Vivian M. Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, provides a $2,500 scholarship to a graduating senior girl from Beatrice High School pursuing a business career.	Not published	$3K
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) Listed by Community Foundation of Crawford County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $900 A competitive scholarship program providing full tuition coverage and additional support for undergraduate education at eligible Indiana colleges and universities.	Not published	Up to $900
FISD Education Foundation Teacher Grants Fredericksburg ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $11K	Not published	$11K
Arizona Child Abuse Prevention License Plate Donation Grant Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Arizona Child Abuse Prevention License Plate Donation Grant, issued by Governor Katie Hobbs’ Office of Youth, Faith and Family, aims to fund local and statewide programs that effectively promote trauma-informed primary prevention to…	Not published	$15K – $25K
Limitless Lab Booster Program Limitless Space Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Help educators and educational organizations acquire additional resources to support student learning in STEM, with emphasis on interstellar exploration and space technology topics.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Clean Diesel Program Grant Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clean Diesel Program by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality aims to reduce diesel emissions and improve fuel efficiency specifically for school buses.	Not published	Varies
School Program Grant (First Tee School Program) Long Game Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to support schools in integrating First Tee curriculum into physical education and other classroom settings.	Not published	Varies
Innovations in International Education Longview Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Our grant process starts with an eligibility quiz, a short form Letter of Intent, and a Full Proposal by invitation only._ The Longview Foundation seeks to build a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world by equipping youth with a…	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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