Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 20, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,937 active grants for k-12 schools in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 69 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,551 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Grants tracked: 2,937; from 1,428 funders
Median award: $7,500; middle half $2,000–$30K
Total listed funding: $261.6M; across 1,551 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 86; 206 with a published date

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FORTIFY Teacher of the Year Scholarship Fortify Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Recognizing teachers from Fortify Foundation's partnered schools that embody excellence in Christian education.	~March	Varies
James L. Redman Memorial Scholarship South Florida Baptist Hospital Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Scholarships awarded to deserving local high school seniors from Plant City area schools who plan to pursue health-related fields. Three scholarships are presented at each participating high school's award ceremony.	~March	Varies
Annual Program Grant The Lion Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Funds ongoing annual programs and initiatives that benefit the Camp Hill School District.	~March	Varies
Blaze Foundation Scholarship Program Blaze Credit Union Foundation · Foundation ~March · $3K The Blaze Credit Union Foundation scholarship program supports the educational aspirations of students in Minnesota communities through need-based and member-exclusive scholarships. 1.	~March	$3K
Henry R. Bell, MD Scholarship Fund Jennie Stuart Medical Center Inc · Foundation ~April · $2K – $8K The fund was established by the Medical Staff and the Jennie Stuart Health Board of Trustees in honor of Dr. Henry R. Bell.	~April	$2K – $8K
Chautauqua Region Community Foundation: Geographic Fund Grants Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $1K – $4K The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation offers Geographic Fund Grants to support emerging needs and one-time costs for organizations in Falconer, Kennedy, Ellington, and Randolph, NY.	Apr 1, 2027	$1K – $4K
BEF Teacher Grants Basalt Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies BEF annually provides grants to Basalt Public School teachers for classroom and curriculum enhancements, recognizing that educators know best what is needed to optimize learning environments.	~April	Varies
Grants 4 Great Ideas Marble Falls ISD Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies The Grants 4 Great Ideas program is the Marble Falls Education Foundation's primary grant program for supporting innovative and creative educational projects.	~April	Varies
Teaching Excellence Award The Jack Miller Center for Teaching America's Founding Principles · Foundation ~April · Varies An annual honor given to college and K-12 educators who do an exceptional job engaging students in the story of America through primary documents, new courses, and/or extracurricular activities.	~April	Varies
LCCU Scholarship Program Lewis Clark Credit Union · Foundation ~April · $1K Five $1,000 scholarships awarded annually to top qualifying high school seniors enrolling in college or vocational-technical school. Lewis Clark Credit Union - Bryden Main Branch	~April	$1K
STEM Grant Program Afcea Education Foundation · Foundation ~April · $2K – $5K	~April	$2K – $5K
Southern Heights Dental Group Scholarship Faribault Foundation Inc · Foundation ~April · Varies A scholarship offered in memory of Dr. Ted J. Erickson (1948 – 2022). Dr. Erickson was a dental professional who loved his work, the communities he served, and the many clients he met whom he called friends.	~April	Varies
High School Scholarships Lifesouth Community Blood Centers Inc · Foundation ~April · $500	~April	$500
ROPE Award (Reaching for One's Potential for Excellence) Robert & Janice McNair Educational · Foundation ~April · Up to $8K The ROPE Award is the longest-standing and most well-known scholarship provided by the Robert and Janice McNair Educational Foundation.	~April	Up to $8K
Play-4-All Grant Wood County Plays Inc · Foundation ~May · Up to $10K Wood County Plays has established the Play-4-All Grant in partnership with local schools to fund inclusive play equipment. The grant aims to ensure that no child is hindered by their ability level when playing with their peers.	~May	Up to $10K
SMART Program Funding - Section 31ff Dept of Education Grants · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies Long-term grant funding for SMART Program initiatives under Section 31ff, with application window extending through June 30, 2027.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
California Casualty Music and Arts Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation ~June · $250 California Casualty's Music and Arts Grants help pay for art materials, music and other necessities to foster creativity in schools.	~June	$250
SMART Program Funding – Section 31ff Dept of Education Grants · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies Long-term grant opportunity for SMART Program funding. Application period runs from November 10, 2025 to June 30, 2027.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Carolyn’s Kids Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~July · $50K The Carolyn’s Kids Grant, offered by the Berrien Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of children in Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, and Stevensville.	~July	$50K
The Lilja Family Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation ~July · $2K – $10K The Lilja Family Fund Grant, managed by the Oregon Community Foundation, supports communities in south Douglas County, offering approximately $40,000 annually for competitive grants.	~July	$2K – $10K
BCEF Grant Program (Mini-Grant) Blount County Education Foundation · Foundation ~August · $100 – $2K The BCEF Grant Program is a revamped mini-grant initiative designed to be more responsive to school needs. It provides funding to support innovative ways to meet critical needs that promote student learning and well-being.	~August	$100 – $2K
Grants For Grades K - 5 Teachers Toshiba America Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $1K The Toshiba America Foundation offers grants to K-5 teachers in public and nonprofit private schools, funding innovative projects in math and science education.	~October	Up to $1K
NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) (R25 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal May 25, 2029 · Varies The NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) program supports innovative educational activities that encourage pre-college students (pre-kindergarten to grade 12), to pursue further studies in science, technology, engineering, and…	May 25, 2029	Varies
Collaboratory to Advance Mathematics Education and Learning (CAMEL) for K-12 U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Open · $1M – $1.5M The Collaboratory to Advance Mathematics Education and Learning (CAMEL) for K-12 initiative aims to advance mathematics learning and education through purposeful collaboration that draws on the interdisciplinary Science of Learning…	Open	$1M – $1.5M

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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 2,937 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 20, 2026, 1,551 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, 1,428 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for k-12 schools due?

Of 2,937 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 206 have a published upcoming deadline, 977 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, 47% 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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