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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Ann Mellow Fund for Professional Development National Association of Episcopal Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K Professional development grant named in honor of Ann Mellow (2020 Ruth Jenkins Award recipient). Supports professional development programs and activities for Episcopal school staff and leaders.	Not published	$500 – $2K
CT School Construction Grants - Non-Priority List DAS Grants · State Not published · Varies School construction projects that can skip the Priority List process and receive direct approval by the DAS Office of Grants Administration. These are smaller projects that do not require legislative approval.	Not published	Varies
Arts Miles Program Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Arts Miles Program Grant, offered by the Kentucky Arts Council, supports Kentucky teachers and schools in providing quality arts experiences for students.	Not published	Up to $2K
Mercyhealth Janesville Medical Staff Scholarship Grant Mercyhealth · Foundation Not published · $1K The Mercyhealth Janesville Medical Staff Scholarship offers six $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Janesville, Milton, Beloit, Whitewater, Edgerton, Walworth (Big Foot), Brodhead, Delavan, or Evansville.	Not published	$1K
Angel Tuition Fund St Thomas Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of the cornerstones of both Saint Thomas the Apostle School and the Education Foundation, the Angel Tuition Fund provides full and partial scholarships to qualifying Saint Thomas students.	Not published	Varies
Principal's Discretionary Fund University High School Foundation & Alumni Association · Foundation Not published · Varies This fund provides competitive preparatory school resources for recruitment events, alumni events and community building used to celebrate and build on the success of the school.	Not published	Varies
Brooklyn Center High School Partnership Program The Thielen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K A comprehensive pilot program since 2018 using athletics as a catalyst for academic success and student development at an economically disadvantaged school.	Not published	$1K
Rethink Your Drink: Water's Cool at School Delta Dental Plan of Michigan Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Delta Dental Foundation partnered with MESSA to promote access to drinking water in schools as a healthy alternative to sugary beverages.	Not published	Up to $200K
Native Language Revitalization Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K Federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) Grant The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) received a grant from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) to increase charter school quality and authorizer accountability.	Not published	Up to $500K
PLTW Biomedical Science - New Program (Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Biomedical Science initiative, backed by the Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust, aims to broaden access to innovative STEM programs for K-12 students in Massachusetts.	Not published	$15K
WHF: School Garden Grants Whole Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K The Garden Grant Program by Whole Kids Foundation offers $3,000 to schools and non-profits to create or enhance edible educational gardens. This initiative connects children with food, fostering curiosity and healthy eating habits.	Not published	$4K
Jose Solarez Scholarship Arizona Behavioral Health Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5K A scholarship program created to help youth in Guadalupe, Arizona stay in school, named after Jose Solarez, a founding and long-time ABC Board member who passed away in 2012.	Not published	$5K
Tree Campus USA National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A recognition program designed to involve K-12 students in tree stewardship and environmental education through campus tree initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Student Teaching SPRING Semester Scholarship at Montana State University offers financial support to students pursuing a degree in the Teacher Education Program K-12.	Not published	Varies
New Jersey Learning Acceleration Program: High Impact Tutoring Grant-Cohort 3 New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $20K – $400K The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) continues to support local education agencies’ (LEAs) efforts as they respond to student's increased academic needs and the necessity to accelerate learning through the continuation of a…	Not published	$20K – $400K
MEF Teacher Impact Grants Manatee Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Manatee Education Foundation, founded in 1988, supports the Manatee County School District by providing funding for innovative educational programs.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship Recipients Program (Western Region) Charlotte Regional Realtor Assoc Housing Opportunity Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual scholarship program for graduating seniors in Haywood County.	Not published	Varies
Covington Education Foundation Grant The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Covington Education Foundation Grant supports educational enrichment projects in Covington, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Kevin Armstrong Memorial Scholarship Irvine Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K This memorial scholarship recognizes students who exemplify leadership qualities and academic achievement.	Not published	$5K
Transition Readiness Grants Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Transition Readiness Grants program, established under 2017 Act 59 with $1.5 million in funding, aims to help Wisconsin students with disabilities transition to competitive work and post-secondary education.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Exceptional Scholar Awards (Charter Schools) Riverside County Office · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition program for outstanding senior students from Riverside County Charter Schools. First-ever awards program organized by RCOE for charter school students.	Not published	Varies
FY2026: Title III, Part A: Immigrant Children and Youth Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The FY2026 Title III, Part A Immigrant Children and Youth grant, administered by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, provides vital funding to local school districts.	Not published	Varies
Junior Gardener Program Grants San Clemente Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Junior Gardener Program Grants, offered by the San Clemente Garden Club, support K-12 school gardens to foster healthy lifestyles and environmental stewardship among students.	Not published	Up to $500
Valley Water Refill Station Grant Program Santa Clara Valley Water District · Foundation Not published · $5K The Valley Water Refill Station Grant Program supports the installation of water refill stations, enhancing access to clean drinking water in economically disadvantaged areas of Santa Clara County.	Not published	$5K

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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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