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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Southeastern Illinois CF: Fall Education Grant Cycle: Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence Family Engagement Mini-Grants Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation is launching the Fall Education Grant Cycle, offering up to five $1,000 mini-grants for family engagement initiatives.	Not published	$1K
Eastwood MS Choirs Program Fund Washington Township Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the Eastwood Middle School Choirs Program, which provides an inspiring environment where students develop musical talent, confidence, and teamwork skills.	Not published	Varies
CMS Foundation Innovation Center CMS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Alabama Power Foundation: Scholar Grants Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alabama Power Foundation offers Scholar Grants to support public school teachers in grades two to eight, providing funding up to $7,500 for professional development and instructional resources aimed at improving student achievement in…	Not published	Up to $5K
BCBSMS Foundation: Healthy School Awards Grant Blue Cross & Blue Shield · Foundation Not published · $50K The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation's Healthy School Awards program acknowledges public K-12 schools that implement health-promoting policies and programs.	Not published	$50K
PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Burns and McDonnell) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Burns and McDonnell, a 100% employee-owned firm, partners with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to enhance access to STEM education.	Not published	$10K
Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants program supports arts education by funding short-term artist residencies in pre K-12 schools and local arts agencies.	Not published	$2K
Other Mini-Grants for Educators and Classrooms Achieve Twin Cities · Foundation Not published · Varies Support educator professional development opportunities, classroom activities and field trip transportation	Not published	Varies
NC Pre-K Program (Enrollment) Caswell County Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caswell County NC Pre-K Program provides social emotional and educational opportunities to promote kindergarten readiness for eligible 4-year-old children. The program is FREE and transportation may be available.	Not published	Varies
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg American Health Initiative Grant - Improv Teacher and Student Program Baltimore Curriculum Project Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K A one-time research grant supporting BCP's improv program, which uses improvisational techniques as life and problem-solving skills in the classroom and in Restorative Practices.	Not published	$20K
Trees for Texans - Trees For Schools Grant Texan By Nature · Foundation Not published · Varies The Trees for Texans - Trees For Schools Grant, in partnership with Texan by Nature and H-E-B, aims to enhance community environments through native tree planting at schools near new H-E-B stores.	Not published	Varies
Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant The HA & Mary K Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10M The Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant supports various program areas, including arts, education, healthcare, and social services, primarily in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Colorado Springs, Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $10M
Teacher Development Grants The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation offers Teacher Development Grants to support K-12 educators in enhancing their classroom instruction.	Not published	Up to $30K
Tompkins County School Food Reboot Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Tompkins County School Food Reboot supports public school districts in Tompkins County, NY to improve their meal programs by emphasizing whole ingredient, scratch-cooked meals, procuring locally wherever possible, and providing a strong…	Not published	Varies
Advanced Placement (AP) Test Fee Support & Dual-Credit Textbook Funding Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies LEEF provides financial support for AP test fees and dual-credit textbooks for economically disadvantaged Leander ISD high school students.	Not published	Varies
Sid W. Richardson Grant: Human Services. K-12 Education, or Cultural Organizations Sid W Richardson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sid W. Richardson Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Texas focused on human services, K-12 education, and cultural initiatives.	Not published	Varies
SODEXO- Stop Hunger Classroom Challenge Grant Youth Service America · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K The SODEXO Stop Hunger Classroom Challenge invites K-12 classrooms in the U.S. to enhance existing hunger relief initiatives, such as food drives and backpack programs, by making them more impactful and student-driven.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Baumfalk, Mayme and Steve Severa and Irene M. and Robert D. Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Baumfalk, Mayme and Steve Severa and Irene M. and Robert D. Scholarship, provided by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, supports Beatrice graduates from St. Joseph Catholic School or Paddock Lane Elementary attending any University…	Not published	Varies
GHCF: Annual Education Grants Grays Harbor Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Grays Harbor Community Foundation offers Annual Education Grants to support local school districts and colleges in Grays Harbor County.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Summer Design Program (SDP) Chicago Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A professional development and school innovation program offered by the Chicago Public Education Fund that supports principals and school leaders in redesigning their schools through design thinking methodology.	Not published	Varies
Chris Little Award The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This award was established in memory of Chris Little, a student at Meade High School who died from a head injury sustained during a football game on October 19, 1972.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $150K The Kentucky 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant aims to enhance student achievement and social development through effective out-of-school programs.	Not published	$150K
Family Funded Teacher Grants Foundation for Lovejoy Schools · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The perfect opportunity to fund a grant that speaks to your family's heart!	Not published	Up to $3K
Ken Anthony Memorial Fund Orange Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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