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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Hoyt Family Rural Education Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hoyt Family Rural Education Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, aims to support students pursuing a degree in Teacher Education.	Not published	Varies
Barney Family Foundation Grant Barney Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Barney Family Foundation Grant focuses on improving early education and advancing medical research, particularly in cancer and Alzheimer’s.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Catholic Schools Week Scholarship Giveaway Aim Higher Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Aim Higher Foundation is giving away three $1,000 scholarships to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. This is the ninth annual scholarship giveaway.	Not published	$1K
InstaGrants Chappaqua School Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K CSF awards InstaGrants to fund smaller, innovative ideas that can be implemented quickly during the current school year without requiring significant implementation support.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Thiems Grants Elmhurst District 205 Foundation for Educational Excellence · Foundation Not published · $83K	Not published	$83K
Bill Cahir Scholarship Fund State College Area School District Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship fund established to honor Bill Cahir and support SCASD students.	Not published	Varies
General Fund Grant Program Cambridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The General Fund supports various miscellaneous grant requests, special Cambridge School District programs, and the Southern WI Regional Food Pantry.	Not published	Varies
Agricultural Education Summer Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $243K The Agricultural Education Summer Grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Education, aims to support school districts and educational institutions in providing summer programming for high school students.	Not published	Up to $243K
Barbara Smith Speech, Debate & Drama Fund Miami Public Schools Enrichment · Foundation Not published · $25K A newly established challenge grant fund designed to support the sustained success and growth of the Speech, Debate, & Drama program at Miami High School.	Not published	$25K
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (PPG Industries) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Gateway program expansion grant, funded by PPG Industries, aims to support public and charter schools in enhancing their existing PLTW Gateway programs for the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$5K
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (Burns and McDonnell) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Launch program, in collaboration with Burns and McDonnell, aims to enhance STEM education by expanding access to innovative educational modules in eligible schools.	Not published	$5K
Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund - Media Center Enhancement Grants The Indianapolis Foundation (a CICF affiliate) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund provides enhancement grants for high school media centers in Marion County, aiming to improve literacy and access to resources.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Saranac Lake Public School Education Fund Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Philip Lee Murray and Katrina Amber Jonah Fund Fortify Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Providing greenhouses and organic gardens to Christian schools across the nation in honor of Philip Murray's passion for farming and education. Founded in 2021 in memory of Philip Lee Murray, who passed away in 2020 from COVID-19.	Not published	Varies
Early College High School (ECHS) Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Early College High School (ECHS) initiative by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) offers an innovative program that allows students to earn up to two years of college credit at no cost.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Anthony Lombardi Memorial Scholarship Forest Hills Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (Lam Research) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Launch - Program Expansion initiative by Burns & McDonnell aims to enhance access to STEM education in U.S. schools. This program focuses on empowering students by providing real-world learning experiences and essential skills.	Not published	$5K
20% Facilities Funds (Vocational SEEK Awards) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program providing facilities funding for vocational programs in Kentucky schools under the SEEK formula. Guidance documents available.	Not published	Varies
Raley’s, Bashas’, and Food City's Project Learning Garden Grant Program Captain Planet Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Raley’s, Bashas’, and Food City Project Learning Garden Grant Program, supported by the Captain Planet Foundation, offers schools valuable resources for STEAM education through garden-based learning.	Not published	$8K
A to Z Fund Mini-Grant- Professional Development Grant The Oakland Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The A to Z Fund Mini-Grant for Professional Development supports educators at Oakland public schools by providing funding for individual projects up to $1,500 or group projects up to $5,000.	Not published	$2K – $5K
ESSA Title III Immigrant Children and Youth Competitive Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Up to $400K The Nevada Department of Education (NDE or Department) leads and collaborates with Nevada's 17 school districts and the State Public Charter School Authority to advance educational equity Statewide.	Not published	Up to $400K
Designated STEM School Grant Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology (OSIT) offers the Designated STEM School grant to support educators in STEM-focused schools.	Not published	Up to $500K
Grants and Financial Support for Exceptional Children State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fall CCEF Grants Clear Creek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of two main grant cycles offered by CCEF. Fall grants are part of the foundation's initiative to support academic enrichment within CCISD.	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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