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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2025-2027 Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) OER Grant, Cycle 2 Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $6.0M The 2025-2027 Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) OER Grant, Cycle 2, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to support the development and implementation of state-created open educational resources.	Not published	$6.0M
Lightfoot Foundation: Educational Grants El& BG Lightfoot Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lightfoot Foundation offers educational grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho.	Not published	Varies
Arts Learning Projects Grants Nebraska Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $2K – $15K The Arts Learning Projects Grants support educational initiatives in preK-12 schools and community settings, emphasizing arts integration with standard curricula.	Not published	$2K – $15K
Southern California Kids to Parks Grants Program National Park Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K National Park Trust is thrilled to offer the 2026 Southern California Kids to Parks Grants Program.	Not published	Up to $2K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (John Deere) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway program, supported by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance STEM education access for underserved communities. By 2030, they intend to assist 1 million youth through inclusive educational opportunities.	Not published	$10K
AllSides Education Fund Scholarship SIDE3 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AllSides Education Fund strengthens democratic society by providing education, experiences, and skill sets that reinvigorate democracy.	Not published	Varies
Individual Charter School Grants Cullen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: All applicants must schedule a phone call with Cullen staff prior to submitting an application.	Not published	Varies
Scholarships Loudon County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Support high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education.	Not published	$500
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Revitalization Grant Program AGC Oregon Columbia Chapter Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K	Not published	$50K – $500K
Yellow Springs Endowment for Education Grants Yellow Springs Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The YSEE Grants mission is to fund educational programs, projects and extracurricular activities that encourage excellence, creativity, and diversity in education for students of the Yellow Springs Exempted Village Schools.	Not published	Varies
Golden Anchor Award (GAA) Farragut High School Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Golden Anchor Award recognizes five outstanding educators at Farragut High School each year, with a $1,000 grant awarded to each recipient. In some years, ties may result in additional recipients.	Not published	$1K
WHAS Crusade for Children Grant - New Applicants The Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WHAS Crusade for Children Grant supports organizations, schools, and hospitals that assist children with special needs up to age 18 in Kentucky and southern Indiana.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway- New Program ( Indiana) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The PLTW Gateway program in Indiana aims to enhance STEM education by allowing schools to implement new PLTW programs or expand existing ones for the 2026-2027 academic year.	Not published	Up to $30K
Munartet Project (Alaska) National Assembly of State Arts Agencies Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Promote education programs through integration of arts and culture into teaching	Not published	Varies
Work-Based Learning Internships San Leandro Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies SLED supports the district's Work-Based Learning initiatives by covering stipends for students participating in summer internships. Provide paid work experience to students preparing for their future after K-12 schooling.	Not published	Varies
Urban Edible Garden Grant Maryland Agricultural Education · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Supply Zone for Teachers Brevard Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A resource center and distribution program providing free school supplies and essential items to students in need, particularly homeless and at-risk students.	Not published	Varies
Science Experiences Program McMinnville School District 40 Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies McMinnville Education Foundation partners with McMinnville School District to offer kindergarten through 5th grade students hands-on science enrichment experiences conducted in and outside the classroom.	Not published	Varies
Computer Science Teacher Equipment and Community Grant Georgia Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Computer Science Teacher Equipment and Community Grant aims to enhance computer science education for all students by providing up to $200,000 in funding for Georgia LEAs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Arts Learning Grants Oregon Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arts Learning Grants program, offered by the Oregon Arts Commission, supports innovative projects that enhance K-12 arts education.	Not published	$10K
Career and Technical Education Secondary Supplemental Enhancement Grant Connecticut State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Career and Technical Education Secondary Supplemental Enhancement Grant, established under Perkins V, aims to enhance the academic and vocational skills of secondary students in CTE programs.	Not published	$25K – $50K
John & Agnes Marona Scholarship Millbrook Central School District · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K This annual scholarship was created in 2010 to honor the memory of John Marona, a respected long-time civic and business leader in the Millbrook community. Mr. Marona was also head of his class as a Millbrook High School graduate.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Children's Fund Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Children's Fund helps remove social, emotional, academic, and economic barriers for students in Maryville City Schools.	Not published	Varies
Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program (ECILP) Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Varies The Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program (ECILP) offers a competitive grant aimed at enhancing early childhood education through innovative literacy initiatives.	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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