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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District 196 Foundation Funding Request Program District 196 Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
School Endowment Grants Madison Public Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $78K – $124K The Foundation for Madison's Public Schools (FMPS) School Endowment initiative is the first of its kind in the country, established in 2003.	Not published	$78K – $124K
FY26 Computer Science Incentive Fund ENDORSEMENTS Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
TranspARTation Division of the Arts Grants · State Not published · $50K Grants that support transportation costs (up to $500) for schools to bring students to Delaware arts and cultural institutions and venues in order to attend arts performances, events, and exhibits.	Not published	$50K
Special Initiatives Belmont Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This program funds large-scale projects that enhance the educational experience for the entire student body.	Not published	Varies
Millbrook Educational Foundation Scholarship Millbrook Central School District · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
PON-24-002 – K–12 Energy Efficiency Program (KTEP) CA Energy Commission · State Not published · Varies The Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade Energy Efficiency Program’s (KTEP) goal is to provide zero-interest loans to Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade (K-12) schools in California for energy efficiency retrofits and renewable energy…	Not published	Varies
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Boulder Lodge #9 Scholarship Impact on Education Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Impact on Education administers this scholarship for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Boulder Lodge #9, a long-established part of the Boulder community.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Green Our Planet - HydroConnect Grant Green Our Planet · Foundation Not published · Varies The Green Our Planet - HydroConnect Grant supports K-12 schools in implementing hydroponics programs, enhancing student engagement in STEM education.	Not published	Varies
Learning Links Grants The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Learning Links Grants provide up to $800 for public schools in Western North Carolina to implement hands-on creative learning projects.	Not published	Up to $1K
PLTW Launch - New Program (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K ExxonMobil collaborates with PLTW to enhance K-12 STEM education, focusing on inspiring students and training teachers.	Not published	$10K
Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP) Mini-Monies Program - Round 1 Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $65K	Not published	$3K – $65K
One by One Program Grant 4Imprint · Foundation Not published · $500 The One by One Program Grant, offered by 4Imprint, provides support to organizations making a difference in their communities. Each business day, three selected organizations receive $500 in promotional products to aid their efforts.	Not published	$500
School Library Access (SLA) Mini-Grant Idaho Commission for Libraries · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Idaho Commission for Libraries is offering mini-grants to enhance school library access for elementary and secondary students.	Not published	$1K – $5K
United Way Miami Funding - Education United Way Miami Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies There is much research that demonstrates the severe risks linked to juvenile arrests that include cognitive deficits, living in poverty, being a runaway, and/or unstable housing.	Not published	Varies
After-School Program Scholarships Friends of Salmon Bay · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships are available for students enrolled in FOSB's after-school class offerings. The program operates throughout the school year, typically in fall, winter, and spring sessions.	Not published	Varies
BCF Stronger Schools Grants: Kindergarten Readiness Proposals Baltimore Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The BCF Stronger Schools Grants support initiatives aimed at improving kindergarten readiness, mental health, and school climate for students in Baltimore City and County.	Not published	Up to $20K
Tim Roek Memorial Scholarship Forest Hills Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $500K – $5M The Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program supports Pennsylvania's public school districts and area career and technical schools by funding facility improvement projects.	Not published	$500K – $5M
TCF/Doug McCumber Family Scholarship The Tuscola Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Alabama State Council on the Arts: Arts in Education Grant - Curriculum Project Alabama State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Alabama State Council on the Arts offers the Arts in Education Grant to enhance arts education for PreK-12 students in Alabama.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Adopt-A-School Program Debartolo Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The DeBartolo Family Foundation's Adopt-A-School program funds enrichment and support programs for students, faculty and staff at Title I schools.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (L3Harris Technologies) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K L3Harris Technologies is expanding its partnership with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to enhance STEM education for PreK-12 students.	Not published	Up to $10K
HRSA School-Based Health Center Capital (SBHCC) Program Washington School-Based Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase access to mental health, substance abuse, and childhood obesity-related services in operational school-based health centers (SBHCs)	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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