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?

THE GALENA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Field Trip Travel Grants This travel grant was created to promote school-age visits to historic sites in Galena and Jo Daviess County. The money can be used for transportation, admission,…

THE JOHN TRAMONTANO JR EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fiesler's Service Award Funder: The John Tramontano Jr Educational Foundation (PA, US) Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania Eligibility: Must be a GHS (Gettysburg High School) student who shows outstanding…

Partial and full funding available
MUSEUM OF FLIGHT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Financial Assistance Program The Museum of Flight's Financial Assistance Program supports schools and non-profit youth organizations in accessing the Museum's educational programs. Overview Through…

FWA OF NEW YORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Financial Backpack Program Overview: A financial literacy program offering workshops to high school students to teach practical personal financial skills. Established in 2001, the program uses a…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship, established…

LEANDER EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Arts Funding Initiative Funder: Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Leander ISD, Texas Status: Active, ongoing since 2014 Overview: LEEF provides dedicated funding…

SCHOOL CITY OF MISHAWAKA EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Grants Program Type: Specialized grants for fine arts programs Geographic Scope: School City of Mishawaka (IN, US) Eligibility: SCM teachers and staff (fine arts focus) Description:…

US $1,000 - US $70,367
Maryland State Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: US $1,000 - US $70,367 Last Updated: May 25, 2025 Summary The Fine Arts Initiative Grant, established…

FOUNDATION FOR INCLUSIVE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION INC · January 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FIRE Grants - Catholic School and Parish Leadership Funder: Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc (FIRE Foundation) Geographic Scope: Catholic schools and parishes located within the…

CATHOLIC EDUCATION ARIZONA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

First-Generation Graduate Scholarships Organization: Catholic Education Arizona Geographic Scope: Diocese of Phoenix Catholic schools, Arizona Purpose: Scholarships specifically aimed at students who…

Varies (example: $10,994 for STEM Lab grant)
FREDERICKSBURG ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FISD Education Foundation Teacher Grants Organization: Fredericksburg ISD Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Fredericksburg ISD, Gillespie County, Texas Mission: A LOCAL grassroots, 501(c)(3)…

Varies
SPEARFISH FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC ED INC · October 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

FISH Grant Funder: Spearfish Foundation for Public Education Inc (SD, US) Geographic Scope: Spearfish, South Dakota schools Eligible Schools: - High School - Middle School - Creekside Elementary -…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us CultureSource is a member association for non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Southeast Michigan serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe and St.…

BRADLEY CLEVELAND PUBLIC EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fitzgerald Innovation Award (FIA) Purpose: To empower and inspire teachers and administrators to pursue and implement significant positive change through strategic innovative instruction. Geographic…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fleeta Greenwood Grant Cycle Geographic Scope: Shawnee, Oklahoma only Focus Areas: Programs supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities Eligibility: - Only available to 501(c)(3)…

Tiered funding based on organization size: $50,000 - $350,000 over 5 years
OEA CHOICE TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flourish Grant Status: Currently PAUSED for new applicants Geographic Scope: Oregon (K-12 school districts, Education Service Districts, and community colleges) Funding Amount: Tiered based on number…

FOUNDATION OF THE MONROE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FMCCS Scholarships Funder: Foundation of Monroe County Community Schools Geographic Scope: Monroe County Community Schools (MCCSC), Bloomington, Indiana Eligibility: MCCSC high school graduates Focus…

$200 - $3,000
FALL MOUNTAIN EDUCATIONAL · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

FMEEA Grant Program Geographic Scope: Fall Mountain Regional School District (FMRSD) and surrounding area schools in New Hampshire Status: Active Overview: The Fall Mountain Educational Endowment…

CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Foard Award Geographic Scope: DeLand, FL Target Audience: Graduating students from DeLand High School Background: Established in memory of Betty Foard Hutchings, known as "Miss Foard" to three…

$10,000 per scholarship (8 scholarships available)
SCATTERGOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Focus Program Scholarships Funder: Scattergood Friends School Foundation Geographic Scope: Iowa, United States Overview: Scattergood is offering eight $10,000 scholarships for students in the Focus…

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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