2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool program, administered by the Texas Education…
Grants for Preschools
Grants for Preschools 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.
2025-2026 Texas Reading Initiative: Birth to Kinder Continuation, Year 5 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $630,000 Last Updated: July 06, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026…
AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant (MN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The…
Alice Huffard Richards Fund: Early Child Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc Last Updated: April 04, 2025 Summary The Alice Huffard Richards Fund offers…
Annabel Rondeau Preschool Scholarship Purpose: Ensures that families of modest means have access to a public Montessori Children's House program, particularly if they receive child care assistance…
Arts Council of Anne Arundel County: Arts in Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Council Of Anne Arundel County Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Arts…
Baby Brody Pendill Scholarship Funder: BJ and Kristina Pendill, administered by Community Foundation of Morgan County Established: 2014 (five years prior to March 2019 article) Purpose: To honor the…
Back to Work: Early Childhood Education Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) Overview: The Colorado Recovery Plan expands the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) grant to…
BASIC Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BASIC Fund Amount: Up to US $2,750 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The BASIC Fund Scholarship provides essential financial assistance to…
BCF Stronger Schools Grants: Kindergarten Readiness Proposals Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The BCF Stronger…
Best Beginnings Scholarship Program: Associated with Evergreen Kids Corner Preschool (ages 3-6) Geographic Scope: Bitterroot Valley, Montana Overview: A scholarship opportunity for families…
Best in Class Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services Amount: US $60,000 - US $120,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Best in Class Grant…
Bigger Smiles Grants Funder: Delta Dental of Tennessee and Governor's Books from Birth Foundation (GBBF) Geographic Scope: Tennessee counties with Imagination Library programs Program Focus: Support…
Bigger Smiles Grants Funder: Delta Dental of Tennessee in partnership with Governor's Books from Birth Foundation (GBBF) Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Tennessee (selected counties with…
Bowsher-Booher Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Bowsher Booher Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Bowsher-Booher Foundation, established as…
Bright Green Future School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Of Austin Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The Bright Green Future School Grants, offered by the City of…
Building Early Childhood Partnerships: A Preschool Itinerant Team Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last…
Capacity Building Grant Funder: Gateway Children's Charity (St. Louis, MO) Website: gatewaychildrenscharity.org Overview: Gateway Children's Charity offers one-year grants for early childhood…
Capacity Building Grants Funder: Early Learning Indiana Inc Geographic Scope: Indiana (statewide) Funding Source: Lilly Endowment ($20 million investment) Program Overview Capacity building grants…
Capacity Building Grants Funder: Bright Futures (CO, US) Geographic Scope: San Miguel County, Colorado Program Description: Strong Start provides grants to allow child care and preschools to build…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for preschools are available?
- Grants for Preschools come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for preschools?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for preschools?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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