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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Educational Enhancement Mini Grant

Norwin S and Elizabeth N Bean Foundati · Foundation

Not published · Up to $750

The Educational Enhancement Mini Grant provides funding for innovative projects that enhance classroom curriculum, offer co-curricular opportunities, or promote health and wellness in schools.

Red Oak Community School Scholarship Grant

Columbus Foundation · Foundation

Not published · $400 – $1K

The scholarship program is designed for students who are enrolled at Red Oak Community School (ROCS), a tuition-based elementary school serving K-5 students across central Ohio.

K-12 Grant — Help Improve Public Schools

California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation

Not published · Varies

Alaska Migrant Literacy Grant

Alaska Department of Education & Early Development · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Alaska Migrant Literacy Grant, provided by the U.S. Department of Education and managed by the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development, aims to enhance educational opportunities for migratory children.

Get Schools Cooking

Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Chef Ann Foundation's Get Schools Cooking program provides funding and support to schools to implement healthy school meal programs through scratch cooking and whole-ingredient approaches.

Building Support Funds

Fort Osage Resources Champion Education · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Fort Osage Education Foundation is committed to enhancing student success by providing targeted support for one-time needs in every building.

Classroom Grants

Oregon Schools Foundation · Foundation

Not published · Up to $5K

The Oregon Schools Foundation (OSF) Grant program provides opportunities for teachers and students to learn in new environments, experience creative teaching methods, and facilitate social and academic out of school experiences for…

Binnacle Award

Farragut High School Education Foundation · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Binnacle Award is presented annually to a staff member selected by school administrators.

Mineral Point Excellence in Education Fund Grant

Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Mineral Point Excellence in Education Fund, established in 2016, is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities within the Mineral Point School District.

TCF/Harriett J. Bell Memorial Scholarship

The Tuscola Community Foundation Inc · Foundation

Not published · Varies

Council of Conferences Outreach Grants

Association for Asian Studies Inc · Foundation

Not published · Up to $3K

The Council of Conferences Outreach Grants, offered by the Association for Asian Studies, provide up to $3,000 to enhance education in Asian Studies.

General Grant Program

Women Helping Women Fund · Foundation

Not published · Varies

Women Helping Women Fund offers annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving women and children in Spokane County. The program uses a collective giving model where donors vote on funding priorities and grant recipients.

Arizona Transportation Modernization Grants

A for Arizona · Foundation

Not published · $14M – $20M

A statewide grant program designed to spark transit solutions and support development of transportation options for K-12 public school students, moving beyond traditional yellow school buses.

Arts Access Catalyst Grant

The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation

Not published · Up to $20K

The Arts Access Catalyst Grant, offered by The Miami Foundation, aims to enhance arts education for youth in Miami-Dade County.

Earl & Barbara Bolton Scholarship

Impact on Education Inc · Foundation

Not published · $5K

This scholarship supports BVSD graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education. Applications are reviewed by trained community volunteers based on academic achievement, financial need, and other eligibility requirements.

Women LEAD Scholarship Program

Junior League of Dallas Inc · Foundation

Not published · $1K – $15K

The Georgetown Project Scholarship

The Georgetown Project · Foundation

Not published · $2K

This scholarship is designed for students who have demonstrated resilience and are committed to achieving their academic and personal goals, despite any barriers they may face.

GTF High School Tennis Team Grant

Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc · Foundation

Not published · Up to $250

The Georgia Tennis Foundation High School Tennis Team Grant aims to support public and private high school tennis teams by providing up to $250 in financial assistance.

Leaders of Tomorrow Program

Foundations in Education Inc · Foundation

Not published · Varies

A unique program under the Bishop's Scholarship Fund that provides need-based scholarships to students in Catholic elementary schools identified by their principals as having strong academic standing, good character, and leadership…

Nike Community Impact Fund - Mid-South/Memphis, TN Grant

Nike Foundation · Foundation

Not published · $5K – $10K

The Nike Community Impact Fund focuses on enhancing active, inclusive communities in the Mid-South, specifically in Shelby County (TN) and DeSoto and Marshall Counties (MS).

EmersonWRITES Scholarship

Boston Green Academy Foundation Inc · Foundation

Not published · $30K

EmersonWRITES is Emerson College's free creative writing program offering in-person and online courses in poetry, flash fiction, genre fiction, non-fiction, and other writing disciplines.

Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant

The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation

Not published · $1K – $5K

The Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant, managed by The Oregon Community Foundation, supports programs enhancing the lives of underserved youth in Baker County and North Powder.

Centennial Scholarship

Orange Schools Foundation · Foundation

Not published · Varies

Special Milk Program

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Encourage the consumption of fluid milk by children in public and private nonprofit schools, summer camps, and other eligible nonprofit sites. Funds are used to offset the cost of the half-pint of milk served to children.

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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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