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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2025-2026 Texas Migrant Interstate Program (TMIP) Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 Texas Migrant Interstate Program (TMIP) aims to ensure migratory children achieve the same educational standards as their peers.	Not published	Varies
CFEW Horrigan Catholic School Grants Catholic Foundation of Eastern Washington (CFEW) · Foundation Not published · $200 – $12K The CFEW Horrigan Catholic School Grants support projects that enhance the mission of Catholic education, awarding amounts from $200 to $12,000.	Not published	$200 – $12K
Imagine! Program (Arts Education) Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Varies The Imagine! Program is in its 16th year of enriching the lives of Hamilton County students through arts experiences.	Not published	Varies
Shasta Chapter: Acorn Grant Program California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Shasta Chapter of the California Native Plant Society offers the Acorn Grant Program to support educators in promoting California native plants on K-12 campuses.	Not published	Up to $500
Artist Residency Division of the Arts Grants · State Not published · Varies Grants for residencies with visual, literary, performing or media artists working with students in the classroom or in professional development workshops with teachers.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Quality and Retention Program-Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The Teacher Quality and Retention Program aims to enhance instructional coaching for teachers in high poverty districts in New Jersey.	Not published	Up to $375K
U.S. Department of Education Community Schools Funding Washington School-Based Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
20% Facilities Funds (Vocational SEEK) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding for facilities and vocational program support through the Support Education Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) program. Includes guidance documents for fund allocation.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - New Program (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K ExxonMobil partners with PLTW Gateway to inspire students in STEM careers by supporting schools in the Greater Houston area.	Not published	$20K
1928 AGC Founders Fund Grant Adirondack Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The 1928 AGC Founders Fund, established by the Adirondack Garden Club, aims to support nonprofit organizations, including schools, that enhance the Adirondack environment.	Not published	Varies
Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) K-8 Scholarships Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K CSFP is a privately funded program that provides need-based, partial scholarships to K-8th grade students from under-resourced Philadelphia families to attend safe, high-quality, tuition-based schools.	Not published	$1K – $3K
PLTW Engineering - New Program (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $30K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$30K
Teammates Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Teammates Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, provides a $500 award to graduating students who are mentees in the Teammates program at Beatrice High School.	Not published	$500
Downtown San Diego Lions Club Scholarship Fund San Diego Lions Welfare Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Downtown San Diego Lions Club offers scholarships through its Welfare Foundation to support local high school students committed to serving their communities while pursuing higher education.	Not published	$2K
Be Great Graduate! Robert Vasen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive set of services designed to help lower-income youth stay on track and finish high school. The Robert Vasen Foundation is the founding partner of this initiative in collaboration with the Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue.	Not published	Varies
Performance Pack Grant American Dairy Association Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Up to $500 per school year is available to qualified K-12 schools to kick start their Performance Pack Program.	Not published	Up to $500
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)-Continuation-Year 4 Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $159K The Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) Year 4 Continuation grant aims to provide statewide leadership for student-led organizations focused on career readiness.	Not published	Up to $159K
Student Travel Grant White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundat · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed among the various grants available through the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation. Limited information provided on website.	Not published	Varies
CAEF Scholarship Program Centennial Area Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $111K Awarding scholarships to Centennial graduates pursuing post-secondary education. CAEF partners with Centennial High School to offer multiple local scholarships.	Not published	$15K – $111K
CMAB Artist in Residence Grant Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The CMAB Artist in Residence Grant provides funds to schools and nonprofit organizations for activities directed by, or conducted in cooperation with, an artist who engages students and enables learning through the creative process, in…	Not published	Varies
Bee Grant Program Whole Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Traditional Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that serve any grades K-12 to start a new or enhance an existing bee program hosting live bees on their campus.	Not published	Varies
Academic Achievement of Disadvantaged Children - Title I, Par C, Education of Migratory Children State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Funds support regional grants to LEAs to provide summer school programs and supplemental support during the regular school year for eligible children of migratory and seasonal farm workers and fishers that meet the regulatory definition.	Not published	Varies
Jared Bergman Memorial Award New Rochelle Fund for Educational · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jared Bergman Memorial Award is given to a graduating NRHS student who embodies the qualities that made Jared's life meaningful.	Not published	Varies
Schools & Youth Committee Micro-Grants The Network for Social Justice Inc · Foundation Not published · $150 – $650 Micro-grants supporting K-12 educators in Winchester Public Schools pursuing social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in their classrooms.	Not published	$150 – $650

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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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