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 state and 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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General PCEF Grant Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies General grant funding for programs and projects that enhance education within the Phoenixville Area School District.	Not published	Varies
College Scholarships The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools offers college scholarships to support students pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Music Drives Us Instrument Grant The Boch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Music Drives Us Instrument Grant supports schools and nonprofit organizations in New England by providing instruments for music education.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship Program (Multiple Named Scholarships) Grand Haven Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · $404K The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation administers a comprehensive scholarship program supporting students in Northwest Ottawa County. In a recent year, 175 scholarships totaling $403,875 were awarded.	Not published	$404K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Ardagh Group) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Gateway program, backed by Ardagh Group, aims to enhance educational opportunities in local communities.	Not published	$15K
Watershed Forestry Field Trips Grant Program Watershed Agricultural Council Of The New York City Watersheds Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Watershed Forestry Field Trips Grant Program, administered by the Watershed Agricultural Council, offers funding for educational trips within the NYC Watershed.	Not published	Up to $5K
Annual Special Projects Hopkins Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $74K Each year, Hopkins Education Foundation partners with Hopkins Public Schools on a large-scale special project that will have a districtwide impact.	Not published	$74K
Don Cargill STEM Scholar Award Georgia Youth Science and Tech Cent · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual recognition award honoring K-8 educators in Georgia who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and creativity in classroom teaching, particularly in STEM education. Annually selects approximately 23-26 recipients.	Not published	Varies
New England Dairy 100th Anniversary Grant Opportunity New England Dairy Promotion Board Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies In recognition of New England Dairy's 100th Anniversary, the organization announced a one-time funding opportunity to support schools during the 2020-21 school year as they adapted meal service operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Varies
Texas Mathematics Academies (TMA) Facilitators Pilot Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $100K The Texas Education Agency is the state agency that oversees primary and secondary public education. It is headed by the commissioner of education.	Not published	$100K
Fall Grant Opportunities: Education- Elk Rapids Area Education Endowment Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $600 – $4K The Fall Grant Opportunities from the Elk Rapids Area Education Endowment aim to meet community needs across Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau counties.	Not published	$600 – $4K
TEACH Grant Award Community Foundation of Greene County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The To Educate All Children Honestly (TEACH) Grant Award was established by the Gensler Family, a family of retired Central Greene School Districts teachers, who wish to offer fellow teachers a path to develop new curriculum opportunities…	Not published	Up to $2K
OAC Expanded Arts Education Grants for Schools Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The OAC Expanded Arts Education Grants for Schools support arts education programs in Oklahoma that occur outside regular school hours. Schools can apply for up to $2,500 annually with a 10% cash match.	Not published	Up to $3K
Sister Mary Wilfrid Yore, SHCJ Scholarship Christ Child Society of Pasadena Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established to honor Sister Mary Wilfrid Yore, a very special person committed to the charities, works, and purposes of the Christ Child Society.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Charter School Program (Subchapter C and D) Cycle 2 RFA Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $900K The 2025-2026 Charter School Program in Texas aims to provide financial support for planning, program design, and initial implementation of charter schools.	Not published	Up to $900K
Off-Cycle Grants Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Consolidated Communications Community Fund Mankato Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Consolidated Communications Community Fund is to support initiatives benefiting people and communities in the Company's southern Minnesota service area, with a focus on K-12 education and critical community needs.	Not published	Varies
#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Luzerne County Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
Ethnic Studies Course Development for Grades 5-12: Community-Centered Knowledge – Competitive Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Ethnic Studies Course Development grant supports Minnesota districts and charters in creating K-12 ethnic studies courses, as mandated by state legislation.	Not published	Up to $50K
Refuel with Milk Cooler Grant American Dairy Association Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Dairy Association Indiana is supporting Indiana school-based athletics by granting glass front reach-in coolers to keep milk cold and readily available after student workouts, practices, matches and games.	Not published	Varies
Classified School Employee Summer Assistance Program Grant California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Classified School Employee Summer Assistance Program (CSESAP) aims to support classified school employees in California by providing a dollar-for-dollar match on withheld pay during the 2022-23 school year.	Not published	Varies
Facilities Funds (20% Vocational SEEK Awards) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding program supporting facilities and infrastructure for vocational and career technical education programs in Kentucky school districts.	Not published	Varies
Black Hills Charitable Giving Program Grant Black Hills Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Black Hills Charitable Giving Program supports community growth by providing sponsorships and donations to eligible organizations.	Not published	Varies
Chef Ann Foundation: Get Schools Cooking Grant Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chef Ann Foundation's Get Schools Cooking program empowers K-12 school districts to shift from heat-and-serve meals to scratch cooking, ensuring students receive fresher and healthier food.	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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