Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,938 active grants for k-12 schools in its free grants database, drawn from 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: 2,938; 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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Learner Voice Grants The Attainment Network · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Scholarship Preservation Program (SPP) Womens Education Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K A sponsorship program where donors commit to providing annual scholarships to Pre-K through 8th grade students attending Catholic Community Schools in Baltimore City.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund aims to support charitable initiatives within Lyndhurst and surrounding areas, primarily benefiting the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Public Schools.	Not published	$250 – $5K
SEMAC: School Residency Grant Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The SEMAC: School Residency Grant supports artist residencies in K-12 public or non-religious private schools, providing students with direct arts experiences.	Not published	Up to $3K
NJAHPERD- Jacqueline E. Malaska Mini-Grant New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NJAHPERD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The NJAHPERD Jacqueline E. Malaska Mini Grant aims to enhance Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance programs in New Jersey's educational institutions.	Not published	Up to $1K
School Safety Fund Grants Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support school safety initiatives and improvements at Catholic schools	Not published	Varies
David and Alice DeZurik Scholarship Sartell-St Stephen Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
2026-2028 District-Wide Classroom Review Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $10.1M The purpose of this grant is to support the implementation of district wide classroom reviews to support district strategic planning and performance systems alignment in a variety of Agency initiatives, including the Effective District…	Not published	Up to $10.1M
Teacher of the Month Program Westerville City Schools Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 Monthly recognition and award program celebrating outstanding educators in Westerville City Schools.	Not published	$100
i-STEM Summer Institutes Grant Program Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies The i-STEM Summer Institutes Grant Program empowers Idaho educators by enhancing their STEM content knowledge and pedagogical skills.	Not published	Varies
GSBA Risk Management Services Safety Grant Georgia School Boards Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K – $75K The GSBA Risk Management Services (RMS) Safety Grant provides member school districts with critical funding to implement and improve safety initiatives that protect students, staff, and school communities across Georgia.	Not published	$60K – $75K
#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Lackawanna County Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
WP Rawl School to Garden Grants Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 Provide Lexington School District One schools financial assistance to enhance students' knowledge of diet and nutrition through school gardens and live plant projects.	Not published	$250 – $500
Color the Curb: School Safety Program Grant DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Color the Curb: School Safety Program invites District-based artists to create large-scale murals at intersections near three DC Public Schools in Washington, DC.	Not published	Up to $30K
Governance Team of the Year Award Georgia School Boards Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The GSBA Governance Team of the Year Award recognizes Georgia public school district board of education and superintendent teams who have adhered to best practices in board governance. Three categories based on district size:	Not published	Varies
Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) Corvallis Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Helping students launch their post-high school dreams. CPSF offers multiple named scholarship funds available to Corvallis School District high school seniors each spring.	Not published	$1K
BEF Scholarships Brownsburg Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The Brownsburg Education Foundation awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors to support their post-secondary education and training. Contact Information for Endowed/Annual Scholarships:	Not published	$1K – $4K
NEA Foundation- Student Success Grants The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The NEA Foundation's Student Success Grants support educators in creating innovative learning experiences that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and cultural understanding among students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Alternative Fuel Foundation Grant Alternative Fuel Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Alternative Fuel Foundation Grant aims to support educational institutions in developing programs focused on renewable energy and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$250 – $500
ChemClub Student Scholarship American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Scholarship funds will be distributed directly to the school that the student scholarship recipient will attend in the fall ._ The American Chemical Society (ACS) and the American Association of Chemistry Teachers (AACT) is offering…	Not published	Varies
Go Outside (GO) Grants - Visiting Programs North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Go Outside (GO) Grants provide North Carolina K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations funding for outdoor educational experiences, including field trips and visiting programs.	Not published	Up to $3K
AWS Welding Workforce Grant American Welding Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The AWS Welding Workforce Grants aim to enhance welding programs by providing up to $50,000 for essential resources such as new equipment and training.	Not published	Up to $50K
Teacher Grants Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Teacher Grants help educators bring creative ideas to life in their classrooms. Through community support, the Foundation provides funding for projects that enrich learning and give students new ways to grow and succeed.	Rolling	Varies
Don Goff Innovative Instruction Award Bradley Cleveland Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support Cleveland City Schools classroom teachers who design innovative and creative instruction focusing on the "Portrait of a Graduate" initiative, which prepares students to be college, career, and life ready.	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 2,938 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 24, 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 2,938 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 206 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, 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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