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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Classroom Grants for Teachers Greenwood ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Greenwood Education Foundation provides grants for innovative ideas in the classroom and on campus.	Not published	Up to $5K
CCS High School Chemical Safety Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The CCS High School Chemical Safety Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society, aims to enhance chemical safety in secondary education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Education Grants United Way of Pickens County · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K	Not published	$10K – $100K
PLTW Gateway - New Program Schools Across the US Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is offering grants to schools across the US for the implementation of the PLTW Gateway program in the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	Up to $9K
Iowa-Grant Educational Foundation Fund (IGEF) Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Iowa-Grant Educational Foundation Fund (IGEF) supports the Iowa-Grant School District by providing grants for innovative educational programming and scholarships for graduating seniors.	Not published	Varies
Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence Community Engagement Grants - Fall Education Cycle Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence offers Community Engagement Grants aimed at fostering collaboration between classrooms and the local community.	Not published	Up to $10K
Youth Sports Grant - Host Funding North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Youth Sports Grant - Host Funding provides up to $25,000 to support nonprofessional youth sports teams and events in North Carolina.	Not published	Up to $25K
Poetry Out Loud Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Poetry Out Loud Grant, offered by the Kentucky Arts Council, supports high school students in grades 9-12 as they engage in poetry memorization and performance.	Not published	Varies
Tuition Assistance Program Catholic Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $6.5M Primary mission of the Catholic Education Foundation to provide tuition assistance to Catholic elementary school families who cannot afford the full cost of education.	Not published	$6.5M
Innovation in Education Grant Sioux Falls Public Schools Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards funding for educational innovation and costs not covered by tax dollars. Awarded annually by the Education Foundation.	Not published	Varies
SPFFA: Educational Scholarship Grant Societe des Professeurs Francais et · Foundation Not published · $5K The SPFFA Educational Scholarship provides financial support of $5000 for university candidates aiming to teach French in primary and secondary schools.	Not published	$5K
Arts in Education Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Grants up to $5,000 (1:1 cash match recommended) enabling accredited Pre-K-12 schools and PTO/PTA groups in Anne Arundel County (public or private) to present performances and residencies in dance, history, music, theatre, and…	Not published	Up to $5K
WestPoint Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Chattahoochee Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The WestPoint Fund Grant, established in 2005, supports projects that enhance the educational experiences of K-12 students in LaGrange and WestPoint, Georgia, as well as Lanett, Opelika, and Valley, Alabama.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Janesville Women’s Club Association Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janesville Women’s Club Association Scholarship, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports students from local charter schools and high schools in Janesville.	Not published	Varies
Aquatic Resources Education Grants Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Program provides funding assistance to public and private schools (pre K-12) and environmental education centers (part of the public school system) with funding to implement aquatic-based projects in the schools/classrooms or on school…	Not published	Varies
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation: Prior Grantees Lockhart Vaughan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lockhart Vaughan Foundation, Inc. was established in 1990. It directs its grants to Sec.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program, managed by the California State Treasurer's Office, aims to support charter schools in California by providing grants that fund debt service reserve accounts.	Not published	Varies
Improving Teacher Quality State Grants Maryland Higher Education Commission · State Not published · Varies To improve teacher content knowledge and pedagogical skills with the goal of improving K-12 student achievement. Non-Profit, State Colleges, State University, State Government, Other	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion - In Partnership With: Arrow Electronics Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Engineering Program Expansion grant, in partnership with Arrow Electronics, offers $10,000 for eligible K-12 public and charter schools near Alpharetta, GA.	Not published	$10K
Indian Education Formula Grant Program North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indian Education Formula Grants, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, aim to support the educational needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students.	Not published	Varies
MCF: Community Impact Grants Madison Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $100K The Madison Community Foundation's Community Impact Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for residents in greater Madison.	Not published	$2K – $100K
Ludwick Foundation Grant Ludwick Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christopher Ludwick Foundation, established in 1995, honors the legacy of Christopher Ludwick by providing grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to the education of underprivileged children in Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
NY Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant New York State Education Department · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1.2M The NY Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers initiative aims to enhance educational opportunities for students in underserved communities.	Not published	$50K – $1.2M
Nick LeFevre Community Youth Fund Dripping Springs Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honoring Dripping Springs resident William N. LeFevre, the Nick LeFevre Community Youth Fund ensures financial barriers don't limit Dripping Springs Independent School District (DSISD) students from participating in school-sanctioned…	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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