Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated June 15, 2026

There are currently 3,016 active grants for k-12 schools in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for k-12 schools are open right now?

Pass It On Funds Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FACE - Family Aid Catholic Education Overview: FACE provides need-based tuition grants to students who attend Catholic schools in the Diocese of Oakland. Background: - Founded in 1978 - Supports…

THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF SOUTHEASTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FACE Unrestricted Scholarship Fund Program Type: Scholarship program for K-8 students Geographic Scope: Diocese of Fall River, Southeastern Massachusetts Award Amount: $250 to $2,000 per scholarship…

Fremont Area Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

FACF: Community Grants - Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fremont Area Community Foundation (MI) Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Fremont Area Community Foundation offers Education…

US $15,000 - US $60,000
Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Facts on Fire Pilot Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $15,000 - US $60,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Facts on Fire Pilot Grant, funded by the Texas…

Approximately $50,000 distributed annually; 2025-26: $73,077 total approved for 35 grants
East High Angel Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Faculty and Staff Grants Geographic Scope: East High School, Denver, CO Focus Areas: Innovative classroom and extracurricular projects that enhance student learning experiences, including: - Arts…

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Faculty/Educator Grant Program Geographic Scope: Washington Township Schools, Indiana Purpose: Support ordinary and extraordinary grant requests from faculty across the Washington Township Schools…

FAIRVIEW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fairview Foundation Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fairview Foundation Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Fairview Foundation Mini Grants support educators in the Fairview School…

More than $1,000 (amount varies)
KENTWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS EDUCATION · January 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Falcon Grant Funder: Kentwood Public Schools Education Foundation (KPSEF) Geographic Scope: Kentwood Public Schools, Michigan, US Award Amount: For projects costing more than $1,000 (specific amounts…

Capitol Hill Community Foundation · September 28, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Fall and Spring Grants Award Amount: Up to $3,000 Recurrence: Awarded twice yearly in November (Fall) and May (Spring) Geographic Scope: Capitol Hill neighborhood, Washington, DC Focus Areas: -…

CLEAR CREEK EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fall CCEF Grants Funder: Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) Geographic Scope: Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD), Texas Overview: One of two main grant cycles offered by CCEF. Fall…

National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview PTA Connected: Build Up and Belong, sponsored by Discord This program is for high schools. Twenty-five (25) local PTAs/PTSAs will be selected, and each will be awarded $2,000 in funding.…

National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Healthy Bodies Tobacco Prevention Campaign This program is for middle and high schools. At least 15 local PTAs/PTSAs serving grades 6-12 will be selected, and each will be awarded $1,500 in…

Up to $15,000 per school (2022-23 cycle); Up to $10,000 per school (2023-24 cycle)
EVERY STUDENT EVERY COMMUNITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Grant Overview Status: Active - multiple cycles awarded Geographic Scope: Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district, Title I eligible schools Focus Areas: - Family…

$35,000 annual goal
FALLS CHURCH EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Assistance Fund Purpose: Provide support for the neediest families in Falls Church City Public Schools Geographic Scope: Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS), Virginia Award Amount: Annual…

FOUNDATION FOR LOVEJOY SCHOOLS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Funded Teacher Grants Overview: The perfect opportunity to fund a grant that speaks to your family's heart! Geographic Scope: Lovejoy Independent School District (LISD), Allen, Texas Focus…

Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets · Rolling / Open Foundation

Farm to School and Early Childhood Grant (VT) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Farm to…

WEST CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Farm to School Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Status: West Central Missouri Community Action Agency was awarded this grant as one of two entities in Missouri receiving funds in…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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