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 RFP The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
K-3 STEM and ELA Integration Pilot Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Up to $2M 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 $2M
Opportunity Fund Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County School District who face financial, linguistic, geographical, or…	Not published	Varies
Tristarr Lifelong Learning Grants Coral Gables Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K The Tristarr Lifelong Learning Fund, initiated by the Coral Gables Community Foundation, aims to enhance access to adult education in Miami-Dade.	Not published	$75K
Thrive Schools Program Armstead Academic Project · Foundation Not published · $15K – $100K AAP has served more than 7,000 children and teens through literacy supports, career exposure, wellness programming, and opportunities to explore their full potential.	Not published	$15K – $100K
Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation Grant Harry Bass Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation Grant supports qualified non-profit organizations in Youth and Education, emphasizing early childhood literacy.	Not published	Varies
Believe in Reading Grant The Steve and Loree Potash Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Believe in Reading Grant, offered by The Steve and Loree Potash Family Foundation, targets established literacy programs with a proven track record.	Not published	Up to $10K
VAH Foundation Grant The Virginia and Alfred Harrell · Foundation Not published · Varies The VAH Foundation Grant focuses on funding projects in Animal Welfare, Education, Literacy, the Environment, and Cultural Beautification for 2025.	Not published	Varies
Mini-Grants Provo City School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Provo City School District Foundation awards mini-grants to recognize and support teacher and specialist efforts to innovate and improve schools.	Not published	Varies
United for Literacy Initiative - Service Funding Stream United Way of Rock River Valley · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
Reading is Fundamental Matching Grant - Books for Ownership Reading Is Fundamental Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reading is Fundamental Matching Grant - Books for Ownership program supports local literacy initiatives by providing funding for diverse books and literacy resources.	Not published	Varies
Giving Tree – Early Literacy Grants Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Giving Tree – Early Literacy Grants, offered by the Arkansas Community Foundation, aim to enhance early literacy among children.	Not published	Varies
Key Funding Initiative (KFI) Grants The Weld Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Recent Funding Examples (2025-2026 cycle - $3,636,644 awarded in 29 grants):	Not published	Varies
CCCC Emergent Researcher Awards Grant Conference on College Composition and Communication · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CCCC Emergent Researcher Awards support innovative research in language, literacy, communication, and writing at the postsecondary level.	Not published	Up to $5K
Raymond, Norbert, and Eleanor Rueter Fund Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Rolling · Varies To support tutoring and specialized education for reading and/or comprehension skills improvement.	Rolling	Varies
Celebrating Ohio Book Awards and Authors Grant (OH) State Library of Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Celebrating Ohio Book Awards and Authors Grant provides Ohio libraries with up to $2,000 to enhance collections featuring Ohio authors and award-winning titles.	Not published	Up to $2K
Altrusa Club of Dayton Kay Webster Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Altrusa Club of Dayton Kay Webster Scholarship honors the late Kay Webster, a passionate advocate for children's literacy and former president of the Altrusa Club.	Not published	$2K
FY26 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Grants - Federal and State Community College Board · State Not published · Varies This Notice of Funding Opportunity is offered to solicit Renewal Applications from currently ICCB Title ll funded programs that work to achieve the purpose of Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, which…	Not published	Varies
Teacher Innovation Fund (Michigan City Area Schools) Unity Foundation of La Porte County · Foundation Not published · $350 – $439 Grants to support innovative teaching projects and classroom initiatives for teachers and professionals at Michigan City High School and La Porte County Career and Technical Education – A.K. Smith Center.	Not published	$350 – $439
Innovation Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Innovation Grant Program, offered by the South Carolina Department of Education, aims to support innovative initiatives in public schools to enhance student achievement.	Not published	Varies
The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund: Competitive Grants The Indianapolis Foundation (a CICF affiliate) · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund supports literacy and information access projects for Marion County residents through competitive grants, media center enhancements, and professional development funds.	Not published	Up to $150K
Quality Schools Grant Program Alaska Department of Education & Early Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quality Schools Grant Program, funded by the Alaska Department of Education, aims to enhance student achievement by aligning educational practices with Alaska Standards.	Not published	Varies
Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $450K The Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program, administered by the California Department of Education, aims to enhance literacy outcomes for students from kindergarten to grade 3.	Not published	$450K
International Dyslexia Association-Georgia Grant Program Georgia Branch Of The International Dyslexia Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The International Dyslexia Association-Georgia Grant Program aims to enhance educational training in structured literacy for teacher trainers.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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