Literacy Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 435 active literacy grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 12 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 204 list an award amount, with a median of $13K.

Grants tracked: 435; from 315 funders
Median award: $13K; middle half $2,500–$63K
Total listed funding: $48.8M; across 204 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 8; 29 with a published date

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Education Plus! Grant Program Solano Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Education Plus! Grant Program aims to enhance educational outcomes and employment opportunities for families by supporting community nonprofit organizations and K-12 public school teachers in Solano County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Innovation Grants Austin Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K Austin Ed Fund believes that transformational educational ideas often come from teachers, students, and administrators within the district.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Bridging the Gap in the 603: Pathways to Literacy Proficiency Request for Applications NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies To advance literacy outcomes for all students, NH public and public chartered schools are invited to apply to participate in Cohort 3 of Bridging the Gap in the 603: Pathways to Literacy Proficiency.	Not published	Varies
Read Conmigo Grant Program- School Impact Grants The Kemper Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Read Conmigo School Impact Grants, offered by The Kemper Foundation, provide $10,000 grants annually to Title I elementary schools in select locations.	Not published	$10K
FY27 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE) Illinois Community College Board · State Not published · Varies This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is intended to solicit a Request for Proposal from eligible programs (CFR 463.23) that work to achieve the purpose of Section 243, Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education, of Title II of…	Not published	Varies
Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT) Junior League of Dallas Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
Youth Literacy Book Grants Eves Fund for Native American Health Initiatives · Foundation Not published · Varies Eve's Fund provides Magic Tree House book sets to elementary schools on the Navajo Reservation to increase literacy and ignite passion for reading.	Not published	Varies
MEA Read Across America Incentive Grants Maine Education Association · Foundation Not published · $50 The Maine Education Association is committed to advocating for quality education and supporting professional educators.	Not published	$50
Mebane Foundation Grant Mebane Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mebane Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing educational opportunities for children by ensuring access to top-tier education for all, regardless of background.	Not published	Varies
Charlotte CF Education Fund Grant Charlotte Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlotte CF Education Fund Grant aims to enrich the lives of school-age children in Charlotte County, Florida, by providing additional educational opportunities and workforce development.	Not published	Varies
Elementary Library Grants Foundation of the Monroe County Community Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
DGLF Summer Reading Grants Dollar General Literacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $3,000 The Dollar General Literacy Foundation offers the DGLF Summer Reading Grants, which support the development and expansion of summer reading programs aimed at Pre-K to 12th grade students, particularly new and below-grade-level readers…	Not published	Up to US $3,000
Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $500 LEEF's Grant Patrol is a semi-annual grant program that awards funding to Leander ISD teachers and staff for innovative classroom projects, professional development, and student-centered initiatives.	Not published	$300 – $500
LIFT Program Earlham College Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Earlham College's automatic enrollment program for first-generation students, providing comprehensive academic support and transformative experiences.	Not published	Varies
Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Oregon Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $250K – $2.4M The Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant supports 21st Century Community Learning Centers, aiming to enrich academic and developmental opportunities for students in high-poverty schools.	Not published	$250K – $2.4M
Senator Montigny's Children's Fund Grant Southcoast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Senator Montigny's Children's Fund aims to empower underserved youth in Greater New Bedford by providing grants between $15,000 and $50,000 for nonprofit organizations focused on youth literacy, arts, culture, and recreational…	Not published	$15K – $50K
Adult Education Professional Development Grant California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $4.4M The California Department of Education offers funding for a statewide professional development initiative aimed at enhancing adult education programs.	Not published	Up to $4.4M
Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program (ECILP) Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Varies The Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program (ECILP) offers a competitive grant aimed at enhancing early childhood education through innovative literacy initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Summer Library Program Grant (OH) State Library of Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The State Library of Ohio is a state agency that serves Ohio’s state government, public and academic libraries, and residents statewide.	Not published	Up to $2K
Summer Reading Challenge Friends of the Library Virginia Beach Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K A community grant program supporting summer reading initiatives in the Virginia Beach area.	Not published	$100K
Read to Achieve (RTA) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State grant program supporting literacy and reading achievement initiatives. Includes mini-grant opportunities for reading improvement programs.	Not published	Varies
Marilyn Fischbach Reading & Writing Grant Benton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Each fall, certified elementary teachers in Benton County, IN are invited to apply to the Marilyn Fischbach Reading & Writing Grant to enhance their classroom (past awards funded professional development, literacy tools, technology; 2025…	Not published	Varies
FY26 Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD), Kindergarten through Grade Twelve (K-12) Grant District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $39.8M The FY26 Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) Grant aims to enhance literacy among K-12 students in the District of Columbia.	Not published	Up to $39.8M
Dowd Innovation Grants Come to Believe Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Dowd Innovation Grants are designed to promote innovative programs and initiatives at CTB model colleges.	Not published	$50K

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About literacy grants

Literacy grants fund reading, writing, and language programs for learners of all ages, from early childhood and family literacy to adult basic education and English-language instruction. Federal support flows through U.S. Department of Education programs and grants administered via Grants.gov, while major private funders include the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and national nonprofits like ProLiteracy. Awards typically support schools, public libraries, and community-based organizations delivering direct literacy services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do literacy grants award?

Of the 435 literacy grants Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 204 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $13K, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $63K. The largest is $7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most literacy grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are International Literacy Association (15), Dollar General Literacy Foundation (8), Illinois Community College Board (8), Texas Education Agency (6), and Angleton ISD Education Foundation (5). In all, 315 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are literacy grants due?

Of 435 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 29 have a published upcoming deadline, 126 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 272 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 52% fall in October–December.

What literacy grants are available?

Available literacy grants span youth, family, adult, and summer reading programs, as well as English-language and digital literacy initiatives. Federal funding is largely channeled through state education agencies under U.S. Department of Education programs, while private foundations and corporate funders offer competitive grants directly to schools, libraries, and nonprofits. Many programs target early reading proficiency, while others focus on adult basic education and workforce literacy.

Which organizations fund literacy programs?

Literacy programs are funded by a mix of federal agencies, private foundations, and corporate philanthropy. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation is one of the largest dedicated funders, supporting adult, family, summer, and youth literacy programs, and ProLiteracy administers grants for adult education providers. The U.S. Department of Education funds literacy through formula and competitive programs, and regional community foundations frequently support local reading initiatives.

Are there literacy grants for schools and libraries?

Yes. Many literacy funders specifically prioritize public schools, school districts, and public libraries delivering direct literacy services. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation, for example, accepts applications from nonprofits, public libraries, schools, and colleges, and federal Title programs can support school-based reading interventions. Libraries can also pursue funding tied to summer reading and family literacy.

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