Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 24, 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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Pauline Young Music Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Pauline Young Music Fund, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, aims to enhance music education for students in the North Adams Public Schools.	Not published	Up to $2K
Grant Patrol Foundation for Lovejoy Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant Patrol showcases the remarkable power of collaboration and the generosity of donors. The foundation provides much-needed resources for educators across the district.	Not published	Varies
Lowe's SkillsUSA Community Service Grants Listed by Skillsusa Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $25K Grants strengthen local communities while providing enhanced learning opportunities for students. Projects allow students to apply their skills in real-world scenarios while giving back to their communities.	Not published	$2K – $25K
Teacher Mini Grants + DEIB Grants San Rafael Public Education Foundation DBA HEADSUP · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 HeadsUp awards mini-grants to support school enrichment projects. As of the current year, the foundation has partnered with DonorsChoose for grant administration, allowing for greater impact and ease of access.	Not published	Up to $500
YAC Mini-Grants Jackson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The YAC Mini-Grants program, managed by the Jackson Community Foundation, offers K-12 students the opportunity to submit proposals for classroom projects.	Not published	Up to $500
Mini-Grants: Professional Development Grants The Plymouth Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500	Rolling	Up to $500
Bill and Barbara Bunger Scholarship Wayne County Indiana Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An endowed scholarship established by local philanthropists Chance and Lora Bunger to support Hagerstown High School graduates pursuing education in the building trades.	Not published	Varies
McElhattan Foundation: Expanding Educator Diversity Grant McElhattan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McElhattan Foundation focuses on expanding educator diversity to improve educational outcomes for students of color in Allegheny County.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore: General Letter of Inquiry Grant Community Foundation of the Eastern Shor · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, a 501c3 nonprofit, has been instrumental in fostering philanthropy, providing over $107 million in grants since 1984.	Not published	Varies
Doris E. Schwartz Education Fund York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $52K – $100K Raise the bar for education in York County by helping York County public school teachers meaningfully increase their capacity to lead and inspire innovative educational practices.	Not published	$52K – $100K
Don "Duke" Bolich, DDS Scholarship Hot Springs County School District · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CalEdAssist Back-to-School Flash Fund California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · $400 Provides donations to California teachers through AdoptAClassroom.org to purchase school supplies for their classrooms.	Not published	$400
Mai Kou Lee Scholarship Fund Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the legacy and work of Mai Kou Lee, a beloved North High School graduate and staff member. Enables future North High School graduates to pursue post-secondary education.	Not published	Varies
Black Hills Community Giving Black Hills Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We request you not apply if your event is scheduled more than six months in the future.	Not published	Varies
Just My Wish Foundation - Elementary Gifted & Talented Grant Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide gifted & talented related resources to K-6 schools in the Cache County School District.	Not published	Varies
After School Programs – Non-School Districts Grant Illinois State Board of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The FY 2025 After School Programs grant from the Illinois State Board of Education aims to support non-school districts in establishing after-school programs.	Not published	Varies
Cargill Foundation: Local Community Giving Grant Cargill Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cargill Foundation focuses on improving the lives of low-income children in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area by supporting nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Math Achievement Fund (MAF) Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program funding mathematics achievement initiatives in Kentucky schools. Includes Math Achievement Awards, MAF Mini Grants, HQIR MAF Mini Awards, and Middle School Pilot Awards.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Teachers Redlands Educational Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies REP's Grants for Teachers program supports classroom innovation and student enrichment. The program has been fully donor-funded for six years in a row.	Not published	Varies
Middle School Music Grant Peter R Marsh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Middle School Music Grant, offered by the Peter R Marsh Foundation, aims to enrich the musical education of public middle school music teachers across the U.S. By facilitating performances at senior facilities, the grant fosters…	Not published	$1K
Arts Lab Residency Grant Young Audiences Inc · Foundation Not published · $300 – $2K The Arts Lab Residency Grant by Young Audiences Inc provides a unique opportunity for New Jersey schools to engage professional teaching artists for a minimum of 20 days.	Not published	$300 – $2K
Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Program Wild Ones · Foundation Not published · $100 – $500 The Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Program aims to engage youth in environmental stewardship by funding projects that promote the use of native plants.	Not published	$100 – $500
Bucks for Books Grant Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Support literacy initiatives and strengthen students' literacy skills by providing funding for schools to build classroom libraries and purchase reading materials that support state literacy standards.	Not published	$2K
Health Professions Programs Grant Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health is launching a grant initiative to address the healthcare worker shortage in Idaho.	Not published	Up to $50K

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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 24, 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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