Grants for K-12 Schools

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,937 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: 2,937; 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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Artificial Intelligence Technology in Career and Technical Education Pathways Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Artificial Intelligence Technology in Career and Technical Education Pathways grant aims to enhance Career and Technical Education (CTE) by integrating high-quality AI applications.	Not published	Up to $25K
Jewish Education Microgrants The Jewish Community Building Corporation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Microgrants with a maximum award of $10,000 designed to support Jewish schools in meeting student and teacher needs. In 2020-2021, 10 local Jewish schools received awards ranging from $1,250 to $10,000, totaling over $53,000.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Arthur Miller Foundation Scholars Program Arthur Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arthur Miller Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarship grants for candidates to earn their theater teaching certification.	Not published	Varies
AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship, administered by AIA Dayton, supports high school seniors and college students from the Dayton/Miami Valley region pursuing a degree in architecture at a NAAB-accredited institution.	Not published	$500
Kay, Alana E. Memorial Fund Orange Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fine Arts Grants School City of Mishawaka Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Specifically for Fine Arts projects and initiatives	Not published	Varies
United Way + Tyson Foods Summer Internship - Resource Development Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Summer internship position focused on resource development to promote community awareness regarding student achievement gaps and the need for additional resources to support teacher-initiated grants that uplift vulnerable students.	Not published	$3K
Caroline Leonetti Ahmanson Memorial Endowment Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support arts education at LACHSA and offset operational costs of the LACHSA Foundation	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch - New Program (Lam Research) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Launch - New Program initiative, sponsored by Burns & McDonnell, aims to enhance STEM education by providing grants to eligible schools within specific U.S. counties.	Not published	$10K
MCACA Arts Equipment & Supplies Grants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Support Michigan K-12 schools with grants to pay for arts equipment (including repairs) or supplies used within classroom/school settings.	Not published	Up to $2K
Michigan Achievement Scholarship Glen Oaks Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $6K	Not published	$2K – $6K
Rooted in Faith Grant - Expanding the Educational Landscape with Innovation Catholic Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rooted in Faith Grant, offered by the Catholic Community Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities in Northeast Ohio through innovative programs.	Not published	Varies
Chatham County Partnership for Children Physical Activity Grants Chatham County Partnership for Children · Foundation Not published · $10K Chatham County Partnership for Children, funded by its annual Reindeer Run 5K, offers Physical Activity Grants to promote physical activity in Chatham County, NC for children and/or adults.	Not published	$10K
Pratt County Achievement Place - Youth Development Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Pratt County Achievement Place - Youth Development Grant, funded by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of children and youth in Pratt County.	Not published	$2K
Strategic Initiative Grants Zionsville Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Strategic Initiative Grants provide resources for the district's transformational ideas for students. These grants support district-wide strategic priorities and innovation initiatives.	Not published	Varies
General Field Trip New Jersey Fund Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 The Pi Chubb Field Trip New Jersey Funds offer grants to support educational trips for underserved students, connecting classroom learning with real-world experiences.	Not published	Up to $700
WPN Large Grant Community Foundation of North Louisiana · Foundation Not published · $50K – $75K The Community Foundation of North Louisiana is dedicated to enhancing local community life through philanthropy.	Not published	$50K – $75K
Program Grant (New Programs) Foundation for Learning in Tredyffrin Easttown · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jim Hoops Scholarship Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program administered by the Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation to support outstanding high school students.	Not published	Varies
Designated School Program Support for Catholic Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · From $500 A program allowing donors with company matching gift programs to designate donations directly to any school in the Catholic Diocese of Wichita.	Not published	From $500
TEF General Grant Program Templeton Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Templeton Education Foundation's all-volunteer board works throughout each year holding fundraisers to engage the community and raise money for classroom grants.	Not published	Varies
Christian Leadership in a Multifaith World Grants Interfaith America · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants support development and adoption of the Christian Leadership in a Multifaith World curriculum, which: Grants support programs and coursework development that encourage widespread adoption of the curriculum to foster interfaith…	Not published	Varies
Establish a Scholarship Fund (Donor Program - Legacy, Annual Renewable, or Sponsor Options) Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $13K The Hood River County Education Foundation offers three scholarship fund establishment options for donors who wish to support Hood River Valley High School graduating seniors and/or continuing college students, or honor a family member.	Not published	$1K – $13K
Education Grant Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support projects within Catholic schools to build a culture of conversion and discipleship	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 2,937 grants for k-12 schools Grantable lists as of October 22, 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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