Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 23, 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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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
Grace Kelly Scholarship Princess Grace Foundation - USA · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Grace Kelly Scholarship program assists extraordinary aspiring theater artists at the high school level with financial support and mentorship to develop their craft and enter the professional theater pipeline.	Not published	$1K – $6K
State Aid Funding for Emergencies (SAFE) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Emergency funding program for Kentucky school districts in East and West regions. Includes application forms and district expense forms.	Not published	Varies
Graduate Parade San Leandro Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Graduate Parade is an annual celebration and tradition for high school graduates in San Leandro. High school students near graduation re-visit their former elementary schools in a joyful celebration.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT) Junior League of Dallas Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
Mini Grants Euclid Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Youth Literacy Book Grants Eves Fund for Native American Health Initiatives · Foundation Not published · Varies Eve's Fund provides Magic Tree House book sets to elementary schools on the Navajo Reservation to increase literacy and ignite passion for reading.	Not published	Varies
FY2027: Partnership for Reading Success — Massachusetts (PRISM) II Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is offering a competitive planning grant for Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) to establish Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Programs (RTAPs).	Not published	Varies
BFB Foundation Women's Scholarships - High School Program BFB Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Eliminate educational expense barriers for indigenous Guatemalan girls to complete high school education by providing funding to four Bethlehemite high schools in the highlands of Guatemala	Not published	Varies
SHS Endowed Scholarships Omaha South High Alumni Association · Foundation Not published · From $5K Endowed scholarships provide perpetual awards for SHS students. Endowment funds are invested and a portion of the earnings are awarded each year.	Not published	From $5K
Electric School Bus Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Up to $350K The Electric School Bus Grant Program in New Jersey aims to transition the state's school bus fleets to electric, addressing the health impacts of fossil fuel-powered buses.	Not published	Up to $350K
Monroe Excellence in Education Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Monroe Excellence in Education Fund, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, provides vital support to the Monroe School District.	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: Florida: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants of up to $20,000 aimed at promoting vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and justice, equity, and inclusion.	Not published	Up to $20K
Teacher Scholarships Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support teachers and administrators in continuing education that advances inclusive teaching and learning practices	Not published	Varies
Haiti Partnership Grants National Association of Episcopal Schools Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Fund activities that enable schools to establish, enhance, or expand partnership programs with Episcopal schools in Haiti. Historically funded delegation travel to Haiti for schools establishing new or strengthening existing partnerships.	Rolling	Up to $3K
2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application Grant FORECAST Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 TSBVI and TSD Consolidated Application provides essential funding for special education services at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf.	Not published	Varies
Community Education Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Funding for community education programs and services. Award notifications available for multiple fiscal years.	Not published	Varies
Mebane Foundation Grant Mebane Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mebane Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing educational opportunities for children by ensuring access to top-tier education for all, regardless of background.	Not published	Varies
Trade Scholarships Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships for graduating seniors pursuing trade pathways and career-trades programs. Awards are tailored to meet real student needs—from tuition to tools, books, and transportation—so each scholar can thrive.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Schools- Artist Residency Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware Division of the Arts offers ongoing Artist Residency grants aimed at enhancing arts education in schools.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering- New Program ( Huber) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K The PLTW Engineering grant supports public schools in implementing at least one PLTW Engineering course in the 2025-2026 academic year, with a total funding of $30,000 over two years.	Not published	$30K
Monarch Watch: Free Milkweeds Grant Monarch Watch · Foundation Not published · Varies Monarch Watch offers a Free Milkweeds Grant for habitat restoration projects aimed at supporting the monarch butterfly population.	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 23, 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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