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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IAMLA School Bus Grant Fondazione Italia · Foundation Not published · Varies K-12 school bus grant program to help cover the cost for field trip transportation to the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles.	Not published	Varies
Solar for Schools Program Solar United Neighbors Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to help school districts install solar energy systems to reduce energy costs and support student education about renewable energy. Each participating school district receives:	Not published	Varies
Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Resource Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $600K The Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Resource Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance educational outcomes for homeless students in Texas.	Not published	$600K
Oregon Advanced Placement Programs (AP/IB) Test Fee Program Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Program helping students in low-income situations participate in rigorous academic coursework through Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs. Increases college opportunities and helps close Oregon's achievement gap.	Not published	Varies
2026-2028 Interactive Online Learning Grant, Cycle 3 Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $195K The Texas Education Agency is the state agency that oversees primary and secondary public education. It is headed by the commissioner of education.	Not published	Up to $195K
FY26 CTE Innovation and Support RFA Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Kentucky Department of Education is offering the FY26 CTE Innovation and Support RFA to enhance public education through innovative projects in Career and Technical Education (CTE).	Not published	Up to $100K
Maudella Taylor Fund Foundation for the Tri-State Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We meet community needs by facilitating community projects and administering endowments that support the charitable organizations serving the Tri-State area.	Not published	Varies
St Joseph School District Foundation Knepper, Betty Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouriinc · Foundation Not published · $200 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	$200
Title IV, Part B - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Program- Iowa Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Title IV, Part B - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Program in Iowa aims to provide funding to schools and community organizations for establishing community learning centers.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Meffie Awards Madison Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Created by MEF and co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Madison, the Meffie Awards celebrate innovation in teaching in Madison Public Schools.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Launch- Program Expansion- In Partnership With: Arrow Electronics Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Launch program, in partnership with Arrow Electronics, offers grants of up to $10,000 for schools to expand their STEM and CTE programs.	Not published	$10K
Literacy Initiative for Families and Thriving Communities (LIFT) - Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $20K – $60K The Literacy Initiative for Families and Thriving Communities (LIFT) Grant aims to enhance literacy among young children by fostering family engagement and collaboration with community organizations.	Not published	$20K – $60K
Hamilton Family Charitable Trust Grant - Aquidneck Island, RI Hamilton Family Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies A community where strong and accessible education can expand worlds and change lives. The Hamilton Family Charitable Trust comprises two generations of the Hamilton family with a long history of philanthropy in the Philadelphia region.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $10K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$10K
Mary E. and Walter C. Rybolt College Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Easily learn more about the Mary E. and Walter C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$500
Higgins Family Fund - Performing Arts in the Schools Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Higgins Family Fund, established by the Beckley Area Foundation in 2005, aims to enhance performing arts education in local schools.	Not published	Up to $2K
Advanced and Specialized Course Access Patterson Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Registration is required before applying. This is represented by the pre-proposal deadline above.	Not published	Varies
School-Based Dental Program Grant North Carolina Dental Society Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The School-Based Dental Program, initiated by the NC Dental Society Foundation, provides essential dental services to children in Title 1 schools across North Carolina.	Not published	$5K
Mustang Athletic Fund Eastmont Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Avon Micro-Grants for K-12 Outreach Programs National Center for Women and Information Technology · Foundation Not published · $200 Support the creation and startup of new K-12 computing outreach programs, especially those designed to broaden participation in computing at minority-serving institutions.	Not published	$200
FY27 (CTSOs) Career and Technical Student Organizations - Support Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CNS Pantex Community Investment Grant Program Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies On behalf of Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC, responsible for the management and operations of the Pantex Plant, the Amarillo Area Foundation (AAF) announces a Request for Applications (RFA).	Not published	Varies
AGRI Farm to School and Early Care: Equipment Grant Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The AGRI Farm to School and Early Care Equipment Grant provides funding for school districts and early childhood education centers seeking to enhance their Farm to School initiatives.	Not published	Up to $25K
EOS Matching Grant Opportunities for School Districts Equal Opportunity Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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