Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 21, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,937 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: 2,937; 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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Field Trip Travel Grants The Galena Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This travel grant was created to promote school-age visits to historic sites in Galena and Jo Daviess County. The money can be used for transportation, admission, snacks, and other expenses relating to the field trip.	Not published	Varies
College Scholars Award Ulster Community College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides full-tuition scholarships to graduating students from Ulster County high schools, or to graduating high school students who are residents of Ulster County who rank in the top 10% of their graduating class.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Teaching Grants Crosby Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K Crosby Education Foundation Innovative Teaching Grants fund creative instructional approaches and best practices that raise student learning in Crosby ISD, Texas.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Innovation for Education Grant ($10,000) Lafcu · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Learning Landscapes Appalachian Sustainable Development · Foundation Not published · Varies Teaching children how to create, plant, tend, nurture, cultivate, and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables in gardens at schools, community centers, or clubs.	Not published	Varies
Kayla Marie Adsit Memorial Foundation Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Kayla Marie Adsit Memorial Foundation Fund, established in 2009 by the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, aims to enhance music education for Poudre School District students.	Not published	Up to $500
General Fund Scholarships (Giving Tuesday) Catholic Education Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarships to schools with unmet financial need through a matching challenge during Giving Tuesday (first Tuesday after Thanksgiving in December) Schools with high percentages of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch…	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering - New Program (John Deere) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The John Deere Foundation, in partnership with PLTW, aims to enhance access to engineering programs for underserved students in its home communities.	Not published	$10K
CT School Construction Grants - General DAS Grants · State Not published · Varies Funding for school construction projects across Connecticut, including new construction or renovations of public schools.	Not published	Varies
Driver Education in Public High Schools Grant Program Maryland State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Driver Education in Public High Schools Grant Program, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, aims to provide funding for public high schools and nonprofit organizations to deliver driver education courses.	Not published	Up to $2M
KEF: Promising Practices Grant Kennett Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The KEF: Promising Practices Grant, offered by the Kennett Education Foundation, provides up to $5,000 for innovative classroom and extracurricular programs that enhance K-12 education.	Not published	Up to $5K
Millcreek Education Foundation Teacher Grant Program Millcreek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To support educational initiatives and classroom needs for teachers in the Millcreek Township School District The foundation offers grant funding to support teacher-led projects and classroom improvements.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Assistance Program (TAP) Grants Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teacher Assistance Program (TAP) Grants, offered by the Richland County Foundation, support K-12 teachers in public or private schools within Richland County.	Not published	Varies
Pillager Education Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pillager Education Foundation Grant supports student excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and community activities through innovative funding.	Not published	Varies
HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) Grant to LACHSA Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Support for innovative arts education programs at Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)	Not published	$25K
Greensburg Future Fund Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Greensburg Future Fund Grant, offered by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Greensburg, KS.	Not published	$5K
Educator Art Grants Westly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Westly Foundation's Educator Art Grants strengthen arts education in music, theater, dance and visual arts. Public school teachers in grades TK-8 can receive up to $500 to enhance their classroom and after-school arts programs.	Not published	$500
Computer Science Professional Development Incentive Fund: Professional Development Grant Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Iowa Computer Science Professional Development Incentive Fund aims to enhance computer science education in Iowa by providing resources for professional development to accredited school districts and nonpublic schools.	Not published	Varies
Lupe Ontiveros Memorial Scholarship in Theatre Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honor the memory of actress and force of nature Lupe Ontiveros, a mentor and dear friend to the LACHSA community	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (Ardagh Group) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Gateway program expansion, funded by Ardagh Group, aims to enhance educational opportunities for over 500,000 PreK-12 students across various U.S. communities.	Not published	$15K
Priority List Grants DAS Grants · State Not published · Varies Major school construction projects such as renovations, alterations, and new school buildings that must be added to the Priority List and approved by the CT legislature before funding.	Not published	Varies
School Bus: Fleet Deployment RFP Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The School Bus Fleet Deployment Program by MassCEC provides essential funding and technical assistance to enhance electric school bus fleets.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
CFSC: Arts Grants Community Foundation of Shelby County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Community Foundation of Shelby County offers Arts Grants to support educational programs in the arts for K-12 students in Shelby County, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $2K
West Virginia Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant West Virginia Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The West Virginia Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant supports community learning centers that provide essential academic enrichment opportunities for children during non-school hours.	Not published	$50K – $250K

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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 2,937 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 21, 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 2,937 grants listed, 86 accept applications on a rolling basis, 206 have a published upcoming deadline, 977 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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