Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,936 active grants for k-12 schools in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 69 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,550 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Grants tracked: 2,936; from 1,427 funders
Median award: $7,500; middle half $2,000–$30K
Total listed funding: $261.6M; across 1,550 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 86; 204 with a published date

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Cache Education Foundation Student Scholarships Cache Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cache Education Foundation (Cache County School District, UT) administers many named student scholarships for local high school students, including the Pepperidge Farm, Kenton Reynolds, Kelly Campbell, Daniel Robert Lynch, Thad and…	Not published	Varies
Student Art Program Orange County Womens Transportation Seminar · Foundation Not published · $1K A program introducing elementary school students to transportation through interactive presentations and art projects.	Not published	$1K
Special Grants School City of Mishawaka Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Special grants are considered for large projects impacting many students and involve coordination with the principal(s) and SCM superintendent.	Not published	$2K
Glenn W. Bailey Foundation STEM Stars Grant Glenn W Bailey Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $25K The Glenn W. Bailey Foundation STEM Stars program offers grants up to $25,000 for organizations supporting middle and high school students in advanced STEM education.	Not published	$25K
Golden Beavers Scholarships Ballard High School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1.2M The official scholarship program of the Ballard High School Golden Beavers (the alumni association), now part of the Ballard High School Foundation.	Not published	$1.2M
BCF Stronger Schools Grants: Student Mental Health & School Climate and Culture Proposals Baltimore Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The BCF Stronger Schools Grants aim to enhance student mental health and improve school climate in Baltimore City and County.	Not published	Up to $20K
DC Student Leader Awards Kiwanis Foundation of the District of Columbia C/O Jackson & Campbell · Foundation Not published · Varies A prestigious program that celebrates the exceptional achievements and leadership of high school students in the District of Columbia. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Washington, D.C., this program has recognized young leaders for 27 years.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Schools Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Hennepin County Healthy Tree Canopy Grant supports community efforts to protect, restore, and strengthen urban and community tree canopies while engaging residents in tree stewardship.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Outstanding Teacher Award Loudon County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition program to honor exemplary teachers for their contributions to education.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch - New Program (Georgia) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The PLTW Launch - New Program in Georgia supports public and charter schools to implement the PLTW Launch curriculum.	Not published	Up to $8K
Regional K-16 Education Collaboratives Grant Program Growing Inland Achievement · Foundation Not published · $250M Part of statewide strategy for strengthening education-to-workforce pathways and ensuring that education, vocational, and workforce programs work in partnership to address income, racial, and gender inequalities in education and employment	Not published	$250M
Creative Communities Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Creative Communities Grant, offered by the Maine Arts Commission, supports arts and cultural projects that benefit Maine communities. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and municipalities.	Not published	Up to $7K
JBW Fund Mason-Rice Scholarship Newton Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Colorado Arts Partnership (CAP) Grants Think 360 Arts for Learning · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K	Not published	$2K – $5K
Highmark Foundation: School Grants Program Highmark Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Highmark Foundation's School Grants Program offers up to $7,500 for schools in Pennsylvania and West Virginia to enhance children's health and well-being.	Not published	Up to $8K
Youth Literacy Grants Dollar General Literacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supporting students on their K-12 educational journey.	Not published	Varies
Carter G. Woodson Book Award Grant National Council For The Social Studies · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carter G. Woodson Book Award honors exceptional books for children and young adults, presented annually at the NCSS Annual Conference.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch- Program Expansion ( Indiana) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Launch Program Expansion in Indiana offers a $5,000 grant for the 2026-2027 academic year to enhance existing PLTW programs or introduce new ones.	Not published	$5K
Caught in the Act of Giving Back Awards Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education · Foundation Not published · $250 Recognize and celebrate student volunteer projects within the school district to reinforce the importance of giving back to others and inspire active community engagement Program founded in 2015 to recognize outstanding student volunteer…	Not published	$250
Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MnMTSS)-Competitive Grant Opportunity Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MnMTSS) is a systemic, continuous improvement framework for ensuring positive social, emotional, behavioral, developmental, and academic outcomes for every student.	Not published	Up to $250K
Bob Tomko Scholarship Forest Hills Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Virginia Food for Virginia Kids Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Food for Virginia Kids program is a partnership between Chef Ann Foundation and the Virginia Department of Education that focuses on increasing scratch cooking, prioritizing local procurement, and providing student-inspired…	Not published	Varies
CTE Grant: State Start Up Grants Arkansas Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The CTE Grant: State Start-Up Grants, provided by the Arkansas Department of Education, aims to create new Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities that align with industry needs.	Not published	Varies
No Kid Hungry Grant Share Our Strength · Foundation Not published · Varies The No Kid Hungry Grant, provided by Share Our Strength, aims to support schools and community groups in ensuring children have access to nutritious meals.	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 2,936 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 1,550 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, 1,427 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for k-12 schools due?

Of 2,936 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 204 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, 46% 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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