Literacy Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Jerry Johns Outstanding Teacher Educator in Reading Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Literacy Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The Jerry Johns…
JLSA Community Grants Program Funder: Junior League of San Antonio Inc (San Antonio, TX, US) Purpose: Each spring, the Junior League of San Antonio awards cash grants to organizations to help fund…
John Ben Snow Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Ben Snow Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The John Ben Snow Foundation provides funding…
John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The John Edward Fowler…
Julia E. Berry Research Award to Study Careers of English Majors Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council of Teachers of English Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Julia…
Juneau Hope Endowment / CBJ Social Service Grant Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Juneau, Alaska (City & Borough of Juneau) Background: The Juneau Hope Endowment was established in September…
Overview Junior League of Lexington Purpose * Promoting voluntarism and improving the community through action and leadership. Position Statements * The Junior League of Lexington, Inc.…
Just My Wish Foundation - Elementary Media Center Grant Purpose: Help integrate hard-bound books into the elementary media centers. Background: The Just My Wish Foundation recognizes the importance…
Justamere Foundation: Grants That Make a Real Impact Status: ACTIVE Funder: Justamere Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Justamere Foundation focuses on removing barriers to…
K-3 STEM and ELA Integration Pilot Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary…
Kara Barnard Youth Literacy Grants Purpose: Provide gently used books to organizations and schools that wish to instill a love of reading among Delaware County's youth. Geographic Scope: Delaware…
Kay, Alana E. Memorial Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: Orange City School District (Ohio) Focus Area: Memorializes Alana's love of children and books; supports literacy and book-related…
Kentucky Comprehensive Literacy (KyCL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Department of Education Last Updated: February 28, 2025 Summary The Kentucky Comprehensive Literacy (KyCL) Grant, funded…
Key Funding Initiative (KFI) Grants Status: Active responsive grant program Geographic Scope: Weld County, Colorado Funding Model: Responsive grants awarded in multiple cycles throughout the year Six…
Kids Count Grant Description: A competitive grant program for organizations and schools in the Beaverton School District. Based on the review committee materials, the foundation had $105,000…
Kindergarten Readiness Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Commission for Libraries Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Kindergarten Readiness Grant by the Idaho…
Kiwanis Club of Lincoln Community Grants Program Purpose: Award grants as part of the annual budget process to support projects and programs that align with Kiwanis objectives and improve the lives…
Las Vegas Rotary Club Community Grants Funder: Las Vegas Rotary Foundation Inc (LVRF) EIN: 88-0403571 501(c)(3) Status: Yes, registered with Nevada Secretary of State and IRS Established: 1998…
Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries' Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The George W Bush Foundation Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries…
Laura Joyner Award Status: Active; given annually Geographic Scope: International Focus Areas: Education, literacy, work with gifted students, and prevention of loss of intelligence Criteria:…