Grants for Preschools

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 180 active grants for preschools in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 65 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 180; from 141 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$70K
Total listed funding: $20.9M; across 65 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 12 with a published date

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RFP: Improving Arts Education for Public and Private Preschools with an Emphasis on Low to Modest Income Families Grant Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn · Foundation Not published · $20K – $25K The Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation aims to enhance arts education for public and private preschools, focusing on low to modest income families.	Not published	$20K – $25K
Public School Districts and Tribal Compact Schools Funding Round Grant Washington State Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington State Department of Commerce’s mission is to strengthen communities in Washington. We are the lead state agency charged with enhancing and promoting sustainable community and economic vitality in Washington.	Not published	Varies
Kindergarten Transition Grant Program The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kindergarten Transition Grant Program, managed by United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, aims to ensure a smooth transition for children entering kindergarten.	Not published	Varies
Special Education - Preschool Grants State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Program ensures that special education and related services are available to children, ages 3-5, with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Baby Brody Pendill Scholarship Community Foundation of Morgan County · Foundation Not published · Varies To honor the memory of Baby Brody Pendill and help families send their children to preschool Baby Brody Pendill died from a chromosome abnormality called Nonsyndromic Holoprosencephaly.	Not published	Varies
School Readiness Models Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $11.7M The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees Texas public education, aiding over 5 million students. It administers grants to local educational agencies, including school districts and nonprofits, to enhance educational outcomes.	Not published	$11.7M
SWVPP - FY27 Community-Based Provider Application Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-10-3702 Early Childhood Block Grant - Early Childhood - Prevention Initiative Training and Technical Assistance: Birth to 3 Years Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies According to Administrative Rules 235.100 a), this grant is intended to 1) provide training, technical assistance, and high-quality supports to recipients of funding under the Early Childhood Block Grant (ECBG) (see Subpart A) and offer…	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-10-3700 Early Childhood Block Grant: Prevention Initiative 0-3 Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies To provide funds for intensive, research-based, and comprehensive child development and family support services for expectant parents and families with children from birth to age 3 to help them build a strong foundation for learning and to…	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Texas Reading Initiative: Birth to Kinder Continuation, Year 5 Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $630K The 2025-2026 Texas Reading Initiative: Birth to Kinder Continuation, Year 5 aims to enhance kindergarten readiness by providing high-quality texts, resources, and support for families of young learners.	Not published	$630K
Best in Class Grant Program North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · $60K – $120K The Best in Class Grant Program in North Dakota aims to enhance early childhood education through targeted investments in high-quality programs.	Not published	$60K – $120K
Routt County United Way Grant Cycle United Way of the Yampa Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Schedule a pre-qualification meeting with Routt County United Way._ We envision a county where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through access to education, opportunities to improve financial stability, and…	Not published	Varies
Education Grants (Pre-K Through College Programs) Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Overseen by the Executive Director, Education & Scholarships at the Arizona Community Foundation	Not published	Varies
Equitable Early Education Grant Social Venture Partners Portland · Foundation Not published · Varies About Black United Fund of Oregon (Partner):	Not published	Varies
PreK & K-12 Tuition Assistance Community Foundation of Fayette County PA · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Building Early Childhood Partnerships: A Preschool Itinerant Team Initiative Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education provides leadership, oversight, funding, support, and accountability for the Commonwealth's approximately 400…	Not published	Up to $20K
Community Fund: Education Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $16K The Akron Community Foundation's Community Fund for Education Grants focuses on investing in the future of Summit County students.	Not published	$16K
Shared Visions Preschool Program Grant Iowa Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies In 1988, the Iowa Legislature established Iowa Code 256A creating the Child Development Coordinating Council (CDCC) and funding the Shared Visions Preschool Programs.	Not published	Varies
Mixed Delivery Program Virginia Early Childhood Foundation · Foundation Not published · $37.6M The Mixed Delivery Program is a bipartisan initiative that provides publicly funded early childhood care and education (ECCE) services in licensed, non-faith-based private ECCE settings for eligible children across Virginia.	Not published	$37.6M
FACF: Community Grants - Education Grants Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fremont Area Community Foundation offers Education Grants aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for all learners in Newaygo County.	Not published	Varies
Early Childhood Education Facilities Expansion Grants State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · $150K 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	$150K
On My Way to Kindergarten Program Grant The Molina Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The On My Way to Kindergarten Program offers essential resources to prepare children aged 3-5 for kindergarten.	Not published	Varies
Early Learning Grants Grays Harbor Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $10K Grants to support early learning programs and initiatives that establish quality education and learning opportunities for young children in Grays Harbor County.	Rolling	$5K – $10K
Austin Community Foundation Hispanic Impact Fund Grant Charitable Holdings II · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hispanic Impact Fund at Austin Community Foundation is a collective-giving network that makes annual grants to nonprofits focused on the economic mobility and advancement of Hispanic Central Texans (early childhood education, health &…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for preschools

Grants for preschools fund early childhood education, classroom resources, and expanded access to quality care for young children. Major federal sources include Head Start and Early Head Start, the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), and Preschool Development Grants Birth through Five, administered primarily through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families. Private foundations and corporate funders support early-learning programs and materials.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for preschools award?

Of the 180 grants for preschools Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 65 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $70K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for preschools?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn (7), Early Childhood (6), Texas Education Agency (5), State Department of Education (4), and State of Nevada Department of Education (4). In all, 141 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for preschools due?

Of 180 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 12 have a published upcoming deadline, 39 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 125 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for preschools?

Federal funding supports comprehensive early childhood programs such as Head Start and Early Head Start, subsidized child care through the Child Care and Development Fund, and state early-learning system-building through Preschool Development Grants Birth through Five. Private and corporate grants fund classroom supplies, curriculum, and program enhancements. Many opportunities prioritize programs serving low-income families.

Who funds preschools and early childhood programs?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families is the primary federal funder of Head Start and child-care programs, with the U.S. Department of Education involved in some early-learning initiatives. States distribute much of this funding, and private foundations and corporate philanthropy fund early-learning programs and supplies. Local community foundations and United Way chapters also support preschools.

How do preschools qualify for grants?

Eligibility depends on the program. Head Start and child-care funding typically require serving income-eligible families and meeting program performance standards, while foundation grants may require nonprofit status or a fiscal sponsor. For-profit and faith-based providers may qualify for some funding streams but not others. Review each funder's requirements for licensing, accreditation, and the populations served.

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