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 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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Ohio Commodores Scholarship Fund Association of Ohio Commodores · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ohio Commodores Scholarship Fund is a nonprofit certified by the Ohio Attorney General as a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO); it awards academic scholarships to students across Ohio attending primary and secondary schools…	Not published	Varies
Organizations Funding Request Form The Chehalis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $500 LEEF's Grant Patrol is a semi-annual grant program that awards funding to Leander ISD teachers and staff for innovative classroom projects, professional development, and student-centered initiatives.	Not published	$300 – $500
Fast Track Grants Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Christa McAuliffe Reach for the Stars Award Grant National Council For The Social Studies · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Christa McAuliffe Reach for the Stars Award, established in 1986, empowers social studies educators to realize innovative teaching projects.	Not published	Up to $3K
Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Oregon Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $250K – $2.4M The Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant supports 21st Century Community Learning Centers, aiming to enrich academic and developmental opportunities for students in high-poverty schools.	Not published	$250K – $2.4M
Deborah Prinz Educator Grants Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Overall Program Statistics (1999-June 30, 2025):	Not published	Varies
Idea Lab Grants Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Funding for new, creative classroom ideas that bring hands-on, experiential learning to students. Examples include:	Not published	Up to $1K
General Grants (MTEF) Manheim Township Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies MTEF offers general grant funding to support innovative educational programs and initiatives within the Manheim Township School District.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - New Program (ON Semiconductor Foundation) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $20K Onsemi is a leading semiconductor manufacturer serving tens of thousands of customers across several markets with intelligent power and sensing technologies.	Not published	$20K
MEF School Grants - Discretionary Grant Mountain Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Flexible funding component of MEF's 3-part grant structure. These discretionary funds are allocated to school principals to meet additional school-specific needs beyond the fixed Core/Salary grant.	Not published	Varies
Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program (Credit 341) Catholic Education Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides tuition scholarships to students with disabilities and displaced students (including foster care) attending Catholic schools Large companies: Earnhardt Auto Centers, BBVA, GCU, APS, Sprouts Small firms: Dentists, general…	Not published	Varies
Japanese-Language Education Project Grant United States - Japan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Japanese-Language Education Project Grant supports initiatives that enhance Japanese language education across various regions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Hope Scholarship Seeds of Hope of Northern Colorado Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hope Scholarship provides financial assistance to families seeking to attend Catholic schools. It is need-based and requires demonstration of financial need through income and expense documentation.	Not published	Varies
United States-Japan Foundation Grant Program United States - Japan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pre-College Education Grant from the United States-Japan Foundation aims to foster mutual understanding between young Americans and Japanese through innovative educational projects.	Not published	Varies
GFF Strategic Grants Gates Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gates Family Foundation offers strategic grants focusing on K-12 education, natural resources, and community development, accounting for 60% of its annual budget.	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: Kentucky: 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 supporting vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and justice, equity, and inclusion in Kentucky.	Not published	Up to $20K
UC Alumni Association Their Future Fund Union City Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50 – $5K Ongoing support for Union City schools through alumni donations Donors may include instructions with donation form:	Not published	$50 – $5K
Education Improvement Program Grant Lake Country Power · Foundation Not published · Varies The Education Improvement Program provides grants to support educational projects and improvements for schools within Lake Country Power's service territory.	Not published	Varies
Early Learner STEM Education Grant Akamai Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · US $15,000 - US $40,000 The Akamai Foundation's Early Learner STEM Education Grant aims to foster STEM education for students aged 5-19, especially during the pandemic. It addresses digital inclusion and encourages diverse participation in technology.	Not published	US $15,000 - US $40,000
Show Us Your Smile Scholarship Foundation of the Monroe County Community Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship is provided by Dr. Ann Granicz, DMD. The Foundation partners with Dr. Granicz to provide MCCSC middle school students the opportunity for an Orthodontic Scholarship.	Not published	Varies
Robert I. Sperber Award for Excellence in Administration Brookline Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honor excellence in school administration	Not published	Varies
Bobby Brooks Endowment Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the Composer-in-Residence in the Music program	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - New Program (Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $20K The PLTW Computer Science program, supported by the Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust, aims to enhance access to innovative STEM education for K-12 students in Massachusetts.	Not published	$20K

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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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