Dept of Education Grants · September 9, 2026 State
Entitlement federal grant for student support and academic enrichment programs. Administered by Resource Allocation Strategy and Planning.
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 state and 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.
3,016 grants
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What grants for k-12 schools are open right now?
Dept of Education Grants · September 9, 2026 State
Entitlement federal grant targeting rural and low-income schools. Administered by Strategy, Monitoring and Compliance/Federal Grant Programs.
Up to $75,000 total awarded annually; awards range from $2,000-$20,000
WILKES EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · February 12, 2027 · Annual Foundation
G. Gerald Hendley Family Scholarship Geographic Scope: Wilkes County, North Carolina Eligible Schools: Students and graduates of East Wilkes, North Wilkes, West Wilkes, Wilkes Central, and Wilkes…
Varies by award; examples range from $875 to $5,000+
COMMUNITY KNIGHTS INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation
G.I.F.T. Program (Grant Initiative Fundraising Team) Funder: Community Knights Inc (Newport News, VA) Overview: Community Knights has awarded over $1/2 million in grant funds to the Virginia…
GEORGE N WILCOX GENERAL TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
G.N. Wilcox Charitable Trust: Tuition Aid Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: G. N. Wilcox Charitable Trust Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The G.N. Wilcox Charitable Trust provides tuition…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
Georgia Council for the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation
GA Arts: Arts Education Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Georgia Arts: Arts Education…
Up to $60,000 per year in program costs
BALLARD HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
GAINS Program Program Name: Graduation Assistance Impacting the Needs of Students (GAINS) Overview: A partnership between Ballard High School and the Ballard High School Foundation designed to help…
ACTION FOR HEALTHY KIDS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Game On Grants (GoGo squeeZ Partnership) Status: Past program (2017-2018 school year) Geographic Scope: 13 states Funder: GoGo squeeZ Focus Areas: - Expand student access to physical activity -…
US $50,000 - US $100,000
LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Game…
Varies
Georgia Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
GaMTSS Cohort 2026 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Department of Education Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The GaMTSS Cohort 2026 initiative by the Georgia Department of Education aims…
Up to US $10,000
GAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
GAR Foundation: Educator Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gar Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The GAR Foundation's Educator Initiative Grant (EIG)…
Varies
BAKERSFIELD CATHOLIC EDUCATION · February 14, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Garces Tuition Scholarships Overview: The Bakersfield Catholic Education Foundation offers tuition assistance scholarships for incoming freshmen and returning students at Garces Memorial High School.…
Varies
Whole Kids Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Garden Grant Program Kids who grow veggies, eat veggies, so school gardens can make a big difference. Through our Garden Grant program, schools and non-profit organizations turn outdoor…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Gateway Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Gateway Fund Grant aims to enhance the…
WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Gayle Sundt Creative Arts Fund Status: Active (mentioned in grants listing) Geographic Scope: White Bear Lake Area School District (Minnesota) Focus Area: Creative arts support Overview: Listed among…
Up to US $250
MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
GCCF: GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $250 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program,…
US $500 - US $5,000
GOLDEN CIVIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
GCF: “For the Good of Golden” Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Golden Civic Foundation's "For the Good of…
Varies
THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview About The Greater Cincinnati Foundation One of the nation’s leading community foundations, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation helps people make the most of their giving to build a better…
Up to $300,000
NEW SCHOOLS FUND · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
GenAI K-12 Math Tutoring Solutions Funder: NewSchools Venture Fund (with support from Gates Foundation) Status: Closed - Application deadline was April 18, 2025 Announced: February 26, 2025 Overview…
Up to US $150,000
Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Gender-Neutral Single-User Restrooms – FY26 – State Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The…
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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