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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2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2026-2027 NEXT Technical Assistance Grant aims to enhance educational outcomes for low-performing elementary schools by providing tailored support in implementing high-quality curriculum and instructional strategies.	Not published	Varies
Tools for School United Way of Bucks County · Foundation Not published · Varies Tools for School is a United Way of Bucks County initiative under the Youth Opportunity portfolio. The program appears to support student access to necessary school supplies and educational tools.	Not published	Varies
Homeless Student Stability Program (HSSP) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched in 2016, the Homeless Student Stability Program provides housing support for homeless students and families, including unaccompanied youth.	Not published	Varies
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama, Inc. (TMMAL) Grants Toyota · Foundation Not published · Varies Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama, Inc. (TMMAL) Grants aim to enhance community well-being by supporting nonprofit organizations focused on STEM education and workforce readiness.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Great Ideas New Caney ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program to support innovative projects and ideas within the New Caney ISD school district.	Not published	Varies
Foundation Grant (General) Braden Aboud Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MTEF Annual Grants Program Mequon-Thiensville Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $122K – $253K The Mequon-Thiensville Education Foundation awards annual grants to support the Mequon-Thiensville School District (MTSD) educational mission.	Not published	$122K – $253K
Mental Health & Belonging Ignite Grants Poudre School District Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Each school year the PSD Foundation provides funding for vital access to educational and developmental opportunities to students across Poudre School District.	Not published	Up to $2K
Narrative 4 National Schools Network (N4NSN) Narrative 4 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Fund (RRF) Arts for Oakland Kids · Foundation Not published · Varies Fill last-minute gaps in arts education by connecting well-established arts education providers to schools where students are receiving no arts education	Not published	Varies
Agriculture Education Grant Compeer Financial, ACA · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Agriculture Education Grant, funded by Compeer Financial, aims to enhance high school agriculture programs by providing up to $4,000 for classroom equipment and educational initiatives.	Not published	Up to $4K
PLTW Launch - New Program (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $15K PLTW Launch's 43 interdisciplinary modules bring learning to life.	Not published	$15K
ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant aims to enhance chemistry education by providing funding for innovative teaching ideas. Since its inception in 2008, over 700 teachers have benefited from grants of up to $1,800.	Not published	Up to $2K
Art in Action Scholarship Fund Art in Action · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide free Art in Action programs and supplies to K-8 schools that lack resources for art education.	Not published	Varies
DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants, supported by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, aim to enhance tree planting efforts across public lands within DTE Energy's service area.	Not published	Up to $4K
School Safety Personnel and Programming Grant ( New School Safety Personnel Positions ) Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The School Safety Personnel and Programming Grant, offered by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, provides funding for school safety personnel and necessary equipment.	Not published	$25K – $100K
SchoolPower Endowment Teacher Grants Laguna Beach Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K Awards inspired teachers grant money to fund innovative teaching methods, tools, and classroom/campus improvement projects that might not otherwise be possible. Teacher grants have funded diverse initiatives including:	Not published	$1K – $25K
Seed, Program Innovation and School/District-Wide Grants Croton-Harmon Education Foundation (CHEF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Croton Harmon Education Foundation (CHEF) provides grants to foster innovative educational initiatives within the Croton Harmon School District.	Not published	Varies
CFNV: Healthy Kids Grants The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The CFNV: Healthy Kids Grants, funded by the Chin Family Charitable Fund and the J.O.Y. Charitable Fund, support public schools in Northern Virginia in enhancing student nutrition and activity levels.	Not published	Up to $2K
Small Science & Environmental Grants Foundation of the Monroe County Community Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
San Diego Unified School District Career Technical Education Grant California Masonic Foundation · Foundation Not published · $390K A three-year grant to support the expansion of high school Career Technical Education (CTE) programs across San Diego Unified School District, enabling the district to serve an additional 3,000 students through transformative CTE programs.	Not published	$390K
Carol & Joseph Tafelski Memorial Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol & Joseph Tafelski Memorial Scholarship, awarded by the Erie Community Foundation, supports Erie High School students pursuing degrees in healthcare or medical research.	Not published	Varies
Energizing Student Potential (ESP) Program National Energy Education Development Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Upper elementary and middle schools participating in the ESP program receive multiple professional development opportunities throughout the school year, hands-on curriculum, classroom materials grants, educational energy audits, and field…	Not published	Varies
Chris Kochem Artist in Residence Fund Belmont Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K $5,000 is dedicated annually to fund visiting artists to the Belmont Public Schools.	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 2,937 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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