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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Collaborative Grants Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K LEEF's Collaborative Grants program supports teams of passionate educators from across Leander ISD who work together across campuses, grade levels, and departments to design innovative solutions that directly impact students.	Not published	$300 – $5K
Outdoor Learning Centers: School Gardens NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
20% Facilities Funds (formerly 20% Vocational SEEK Awards) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program for facilities funding and vocational SEEK awards. Award notifications available from FY2018 through FY2027.	Not published	Varies
Hemlock Semiconductor Community and Regional Empowerment (CARE) Grant Program Bay Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K Projects and programs that align with Hemlock Semiconductor's values and purpose:	Not published	Up to $30K
D-backs School Challenge Grant Arizona Diamondbacks Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Program not currently open, but funder hopes to bring it back._ The Arizona Diamondbacks and University of Phoenix are committed to helping Arizona educators provide the best possible learning experience for their students.	Not published	Varies
James R. Meehl Memorial Scholarship Grant North East Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the James R. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 15 Apr 2026.	Not published	Varies
Brandon West Memorial Scholarship Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K This scholarship is awarded annually to recognize students who demonstrate excellence in academics, extracurricular accomplishments, and community service.	Not published	$5K
2024 Credit Enhancement State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · Varies The program is to award grants to eligible entities that help charter schools address the cost of acquiring, constructing and renovating facilities by enhancing the accessibility and availability of loans and bond financing.	Not published	Varies
Innovation in Education Grant (Paul Ruth Innovation in Education Grant) Lafourche Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Innovation in Education Grant fuels bold, creative projects that help students grow. Grants are open to all full-time PreK–12 teachers in Lafourche Parish, as well as school clubs and club sponsors.	Not published	Up to $3K
PLTW Gateway- Program Expansion: In Partnership With Emerson NI Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The PLTW Gateway Program Expansion, in collaboration with Emerson NI, aims to enhance STEM education by providing middle schools in select Texas counties with grants to expand their PLTW Gateway programs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle grant, provided by Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc, is dedicated to enhancing arts experiences for underserved K-12 students in Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $5K
Monterey Peninsula Foundation K-12 Grant Monterey Peninsula Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $500K The Monterey Peninsula Foundation K-12 Grant supports local nonprofits and schools in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties, focusing on arts, education, health, and community services.	Not published	$1K – $500K
Arts Learning: In Schools & In Community Grant New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arts Learning in Schools and In Community grant by New Mexico Arts supports arts education for K-12 students in both school and community settings.	Not published	$10K
Arkema New Horizon Scholarship Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley · Foundation Not published · $1K The Arkema New Horizon Scholarship Fund was established in 2007 as a result of a scholarship endowment associated with action by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission against Elf Atochem.	Not published	$1K
SMETA Grants San Mateo-Foster City Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The San Mateo-Foster City Education Foundation partners with SMETA to provide grants to bring visions to life.	Not published	Varies
Geo-Regional Experts for Multilingual Students RFA Grant California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Education's Geo-Regional Experts for Multilingual Students initiative aims to enhance educational outcomes for multilingual learners.	Not published	Varies
Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP) Mini-Monies Program - Round 2 Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $45K	Not published	$45K
Classroom & School Grants Program The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $62K – $80K Supports teachers and students by funding tools and resources that are normally not included in their budget but are necessary for creating unique learning experiences.	Not published	$62K – $80K
Vermont Arts Council: Artists in Schools Grant Vermont Council on the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Vermont Arts Council's Artists in Schools Grant supports multi-day arts experiences in schools, promoting collaboration between students and Vermont teaching artists.	Not published	Up to $4K
PLTW Engineering - Program Expansion (PPG Industries) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Engineering grant, funded by PPG Industries, supports schools in enhancing their existing PLTW Engineering programs for the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$10K
Salad Bars to Schools Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chef Ann Foundation's Salad Bars to Schools program provides K–12 schools with the equipment and training they need to successfully install salad bars.	Not published	Varies
Ohio Attorney General’s FY25 Program Based School Safety Grant Ohio Department of Education and Workforce · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Ohio Attorney General’s FY25 Program Based School Safety Grant aims to enhance safety in public and chartered nonpublic schools through funding for various training programs.	Not published	Up to $40K
Limitless Educator Program Limitless Space Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
OEPA: Academic Institution Grant Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency offers the Academic Institution Grant to support public and private K-12 schools, colleges, and universities in their recycling and education efforts.	Not published	Up to $300K

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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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