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 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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Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740) California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charter School Facility Grant Program (SB740) aims to provide financial assistance for charter school facilities, specifically targeting schools that enroll a significant percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.	Not published	Varies
Future Urban STEM Educator Scholarship (FUSE Scholars Program) Davenport University · Foundation Not published · Varies Davenport University's College of Urban Education is offering a scholarship opportunity for students pursuing a degree in any science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field whose goals are teaching in STEM programs within…	Not published	Varies
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $2K The Appleton Education Foundation provides accessible, flexible funding for creative and innovative education programs not covered by school budgets. The foundation has awarded more than $3 million in grants since its founding in 1997.	Rolling	$250 – $2K
Feeder School Grants Program Roosevelt High School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K Annual grants distributed to Roosevelt High School's elementary and middle school feeder schools to strengthen community bonds and set future Rough Riders up for success.	Not published	$10K
McLaughlin, Delbert & Mary Teaching Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $750 Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Inc. was established in 2009 as a 501(c)3 public charity to help donors support their favorite charities while receiving maximum tax advantage.	Not published	$500 – $750
Kathy Beth Kantor Memorial Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support student photographers in honor of photographer Kathy Beth Kantor	Not published	Varies
Indigo Oak Fund: Education Grant Program The Vance R and Colleen H Andrus Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indigo Oak Fund's Education Grant Program supports educational initiatives in Colorado and the Bay Area, focusing on both traditional schools and alternative learning experiences.	Not published	Varies
Idaho Humanities Council: K-12 Grants Idaho Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Idaho Humanities Council offers K-12 Grants to support Idaho K-12 teachers with awards up to $1,000. Applications are accepted three times a year, with deadlines on April 1st, August 1st, and December 1st.	Not published	Up to $500
Raymond, Norbert, and Eleanor Rueter Fund (Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri) Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Rolling · Varies The fund makes grants to 'public and parochial schools or their foundations in Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties in Illinois'. 'Grants will assist with the cost of tutoring or specialized education primarily to improve reading and/or…	Rolling	Varies
Arts in Schools Impact Grants Lexarts Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Arts in Schools Impact Grants, launched by LexArts, aim to enhance arts education in Fayette County Public Schools by subsidizing costs associated with engaging arts organizations.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Game On Grants (GoGo squeeZ Partnership) Action for Healthy Kids · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Law-Related Education Grants Oklahoma Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The OBF provides grants to support law-related education programs that teach young people and citizens the fundamental principles and skills needed to become responsible and informed participants in the democratic system and rule of law.	Not published	$100K
Fr. Al Memorial St. Mary's School Scholarship St Marys of Alexandria Catholic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship for St. Mary's School students	Not published	Varies
Atkinson Foundation Grant Program Atkinson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Atkinson Foundation Grant Program aims to empower individuals in San Mateo County by enhancing educational, social, and economic opportunities.	Not published	Up to $20K
Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity - Pathway for Secondary Students Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity aims to diversify the teacher workforce in Minnesota by providing funding for innovative programs encouraging secondary students, particularly students of color and American Indian students…	Not published	Up to $500K
REACH Georgia Scholarship Cartersville Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Pairs rising 8th graders (Scholars) with a mentor and provides financial support.	Not published	Up to $10K
Bullying Prevention Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Up to $15K The Nevada Department of Education (NDE or Department) leads and collaborates with Nevada's 17 school districts and the State Public Charter School Authority to advance educational equity Statewide.	Not published	Up to $15K
New Teacher Grant Program Lafourche Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The Lafourche Education Foundation New Teacher Grant Program supports first-year teachers in Lafourche Parish by providing funds to stock and replenish essential classroom supplies.	Not published	Up to $250
Hines Trust Nursing Grants - High School Student Cohort Program Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K A structured annual cohort program for individuals pursuing a nursing degree.	Not published	Up to $10K
Frederick W. Detar Scholarship Community Foundation of South Lake County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship honoring the teaching philosophy of Frederick W. Detar that supports students pursuing hands-on technical education and apprenticeships.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering -New Program or Program Expansion (Lockheed Martin) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Lockheed Martin is funding PLTW grants to schools for adding or expanding PLTW Engineering programs.	Not published	$10K
Ready for Kindergarten (R4K): Maryland's Comprehensive Early Childhood Education Assessment System State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Program establishes the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) and the Early Learning Assessment (ELA), a formative assessment program for children, 36-72 months. Provides grants to LSS to administer the assessments.	Not published	Varies
Academic Athletic Coach Grant Athlife Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The AthLife Foundation provides grant funding to High Schools and Middle Schools to create and develop a professional student-athlete development staff position known as an Academic Athletic Coach.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Pikeland Public Schools Foundation Classroom Grants Pikeland Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for classroom materials, equipment, and educational resources	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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