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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Grant Proposals (General Educational Grants) The Nantucket Education Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NET supports a variety of grant programs throughout the Nantucket Public School system, including:	Not published	Varies
BASIC Fund Scholarship Grant BASIC Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The BASIC Fund Scholarship provides essential financial assistance to families in California, covering 25-75% of private school tuition costs, up to $2,750 per student annually.	Not published	Up to $3K
IMH: Early Childhood Grants Institute of Mental Hygiene · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Guidelines will be available to those applicants who are invited to submit full proposals._ IMH seeks to strengthen and sustain policies, programs, and providers focusing on early childhood and families with children ages birth to…	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-10-3704 Early Childhood Block Grant: Early Childhood-PFA/PFAE Training and Technical Assistance Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies To fund a qualified applicant to provide comprehensive professional learning opportunities that support best practices in Preschool for All and Preschool for All Expansion grant-funded programs, to include trainings, webinars, program…	Not published	Varies
Increasing Enrollment in High-Quality Early Childhood Education Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation is offering funding to enhance enrollment in high-quality early childhood education (ECE) programs.	Not published	Varies
Sanford Jones Fund for the Arts Association Montessori International · Foundation Not published · $100 – $400 Provides AMI/USA members with the opportunity to expand arts-related activities in their Montessori environments.	Not published	$100 – $400
Hot Springs Area Community Foundation: Early Literacy Grants Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Hot Springs Area Community Foundation offers Early Literacy Grants to enhance early childhood language and literacy skills.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Cabarrus County, North Carolina US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Administration for Children & Families · Foundation Not published · $1.3M The Administration for Children and Families invites applications for Head Start and/or Early Head Start services in Cabarrus County, NC.	Not published	$1.3M
Bowsher-Booher Foundation Grant Bowsher the Booher Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Bowsher-Booher Foundation, established as a memorial by Eleanor Booher Warner, aims to support charitable, scientific, literary, and educational initiatives in St. Joseph County, Indiana, particularly focusing on early childhood…	Not published	$5K – $10K
John and Sally Mielke Early Years Fund for the Fox Valley Region Grant Program Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The John and Sally Mielke Early Years Fund supports innovative programs for children from birth to age five in the Fox Valley Region.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Jack L. Hoaglin Family Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $450 The Jack Hoaglin Family Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation, supports math and science education specifically for girls in the Albion area, alongside early childhood education initiatives.	Not published	Up to $450
Early Care and Education Grants Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting early care and education initiatives as part of SMIF's Early Childhood Development focus area.	Not published	Varies
Robins Foundation Early Childhood Education Grants Robins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We recognize that investments in early childhood care and education (ECCE) have the power to change the trajectory of individual lives and entire families, as well as deliver significant returns for the community.	Not published	Varies
FY27 Appropriation 811.Shared Visions Technical Assistance Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PNC Foundation: Grow Up Great Grant PNC Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PNC Foundation's Grow Up Great Grant is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for children from birth to age 5.	Not published	Varies
Kindergarten Readiness Grant Idaho Commission for Libraries · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Kindergarten Readiness Grant by the Idaho Commission for Libraries aims to enhance the readiness of preschool children for school by partnering local libraries with school districts and communities.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Alice Huffard Richards Fund: Early Child Development Grants Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alice Huffard Richards Fund offers Early Childhood Development Grants aimed at enhancing life in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard Counties, Georgia.	Not published	Varies
Nevada Ready! Pre-K Common Application Dept of Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Pre-K program with common application launched July 1, 2026. Supports early childhood education access.	Not published	Varies
Head Start Program (Competitive Grant Award) Spanish Speaking Unity Council of Alameda County Inc · Foundation Not published · $4.2M Competitive grant to expand high-quality early education and care services for low-income children, infants, toddlers, and their families.	Not published	$4.2M
Early Learning Curriculum Grant Parke County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant program is designed to strengthen early childhood education in Parke County by providing support for local early education providers to access high-quality, state-approved curriculum resources.	Not published	Varies
NC Pre-K Program (Enrollment) Caswell County Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caswell County NC Pre-K Program provides social emotional and educational opportunities to promote kindergarten readiness for eligible 4-year-old children. The program is FREE and transportation may be available.	Not published	Varies
GPOA Foundation Grant The Gpoa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GPOA Foundation is a grant-making, independent foundation which supports programs that serve children in Orleans Parish, Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Powell Foundation Grant Program The Powell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Powell Foundation Grant Program aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas, focusing on education, arts, conservation, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Preschool Scholarship Program United Way of Mower County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Mower County has provided the Preschool Scholarship Program since 2007 to lessen financial barriers for students receiving early education.	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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