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 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: 2,938; 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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Education Plus! Grant Program Solano Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Education Plus! Grant Program aims to enhance educational outcomes and employment opportunities for families by supporting community nonprofit organizations and K-12 public school teachers in Solano County.	Not published	Up to $2K
North Central Wi Area - Merrill Area Beyond Crayons & Computers Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Beyond Crayons & Computer Grants, provided by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, aim to promote innovative educational projects in Merrill area schools.	Not published	Up to $1K
Powell Foundation Grant Program The Powell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Powell Foundation Grant Program aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas, focusing on education, arts, conservation, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Supporting All Learners Grant Program Camden Education Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $190K – $250K Provides grants to Camden high schools to improve achievement for English language learners and students with disabilities. This is one of the largest awards made in the Camden Education Fund's history.	Not published	$190K – $250K
Western State University Scholarship Adams 14 Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K Partnership between Western State University and the Adams 14 Education Foundation	Not published	$20K
Mental Health Initiative The Partnership Plan for Stillwater Area Public Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies The Partnership Plan provides thousands of dollars annually to Stillwater Area Public Schools to help impact mental health across the district schools.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Mesa University Scholarship Adams 14 Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K Partnership between Colorado Mesa University and the Adams 14 Education Foundation	Not published	$20K
CY2026 SRO/SSO Incentive Grant Program Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The CY2026 SRO/SSO Incentive Grant Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, aims to enhance school safety by funding new School Resource Officer (SRO) positions.	Not published	Up to $100K
LifeSavings Grant Program Impactlife · Foundation Not published · $1 – $250 Primary and secondary schools that host blood drives qualify for ImpactLife's Lifesavings grant program.	Not published	$1 – $250
Suzanne Lull Outdoor Education Grant Rye Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The outdoor education grant, established in 2022, recognizes and honors former principal Suzanne Lull.	Not published	$500
Betty Ann McCullough - Teaching Achievement Grants Program Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty Ann McCullough Teaching Achievement Grant honors exceptional public school educators in Gibson County, recognizing their dedication to enhancing students' skills in mathematics and language arts.	Not published	Varies
California Casualty Music & Arts Grant Connecticut Education Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 Provide support for music and arts education in K-12 public schools.	Not published	$250
Foundation Grant Funding Program Roosevelt High School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The TRHS Foundation offers an annual grant program funded by proceeds from the R Party and Rider Cup events. Throughout the year, Roosevelt High School staff can submit grant requests for various educational and enrichment initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Middle School Essay Competition Scholarship Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County Scholarship & Grant Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K Scholarship program for 7th grade students planning to attend a Catholic middle school. CBN-MC, Inc.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Bridging the Gap in the 603: Pathways to Literacy Proficiency Request for Applications NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies To advance literacy outcomes for all students, NH public and public chartered schools are invited to apply to participate in Cohort 3 of Bridging the Gap in the 603: Pathways to Literacy Proficiency.	Not published	Varies
Student Grantmaking Program Denver Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies DPS Foundation's first ever Student Grantmaking Advisory Committee, created in early 2024 to give DPS students a voice in grantmaking, help them effect change in their schools and communities, and return power to DPS students through…	Not published	Varies
Tieman, Carol Ann Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Carol Ann Tieman Scholarship Fund, established by Fred Tieman in 2001, honors the legacy of Carol A. Tieman, a dedicated educator and community supporter.	Not published	$2K
Read Conmigo Grant Program- School Impact Grants The Kemper Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Read Conmigo School Impact Grants, offered by The Kemper Foundation, provide $10,000 grants annually to Title I elementary schools in select locations.	Not published	$10K
Kelly Elizabeth Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kelly Elizabeth Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supports a graduating senior from St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church.	Not published	Up to $2K
Bloomberg Summer Boost Program Baltimore Curriculum Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A national program providing high-quality summer learning programs for K-8 children in charter schools, developed in response to COVID-related learning loss, particularly for low-income students of color.	Not published	Varies
PEF Impact Grants Petaluma Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PEF Impact Grants support educational initiatives and programs in the Petaluma area. PEF believes in observing and evaluating each awarded grant as an ongoing process throughout the academic year.	Not published	Varies
Big Idea Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Big Idea Grants are a specific grant program offered by the Appleton Education Foundation, mentioned in the navigation and grants menu.	Not published	Varies
Square One Education Network Project Grants Square One Education Network · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $5K	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)-Continuation-Year 4 Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $159K The Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) grant program supports statewide leadership and competency development for students.	Not published	Up to $159K

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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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