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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Head Start Program Mahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Head Start provides comprehensive early learning and development services for low-income children and families.	Not published	Varies
Kamehameha Schools - Grant Award Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $1.1M Fulfill Pauahi's desire to create educational opportunities for Native Hawaiians.	Not published	$1.1M
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant Schumann Fund for New Jersey Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on affordable housing, early childhood education, and child welfare.	Not published	Varies
ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) Young Womens Christian Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Free early childhood education program provided by YWCA Spokane for children ages 3 and 4 years old and their families.	Not published	Varies
Farm to School and Early Childhood Grant (VT) Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Farm to School and Early Childhood Grant in Vermont aims to enhance farm to school initiatives by supporting early childhood providers and schools.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Early Learning Scholarships Mahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships available to support early learning opportunities for children. Applications are available in multiple languages.	Not published	Varies
EITC for Pre-K Scholarship Donations United Way of Chester County Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $200K Provides a PA state tax credit to businesses that donate to pre-kindergarten (Pre-K) scholarships through Chester County United Way.	Not published	$10K – $200K
Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Early Childhood Education Scholarship Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward Yoshiharu Sakuma & Kay Kubo Sakuma Early Childhood Education Scholarship, established in 2018 by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, aims to enhance the number of qualified public school teachers on Oahu's Leeward coast.	Not published	Varies
St. Louis Pre-K Cooperative The Opportunity Trust D/B/a Zest Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Opportunity Trust supports the St. Louis Pre-K Cooperative as part of its mission to increase access to quality public schools and education for children in St. Louis. This program focuses on early literacy and foundational learning.	Not published	Varies
Tuition Aid Program Grant McInerny Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tuition Aid Program offers grants to educational institutions in Hawaii serving children from preschool to 12th grade, excluding church schools.	Not published	Varies
AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant (MN) Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, aims to assist school districts and early childhood education centers in developing local procurement practices.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Flex Focus Awards (Extended School Services, Preschool, Safe Schools, Professional Development, and Textbook) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Competitive grant program providing flexible funding for Extended School Services, Preschool, Safe Schools, Professional Development, and Textbook programs in Kentucky school districts.	Not published	Varies
The Fund to Seed Wildflower Schools The Wildflower Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Fund to Seed Wildflower Schools helps remove early financial barriers by providing grants to new Wildflower-affiliated schools as they take critical first steps toward opening.	Rolling	Varies
Daniel Foundation of Alabama: Education & Youth Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To view the other grant priority areas for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama, please follow these links:_ The Daniel Foundation believes that a quality education provides the basis for individual opportunity and economic vitality.	Not published	Varies
RFP: Teacher Training Projects for Accredited or Nearly Accredited Preschools in Hawaii Grant Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation invites proposals for teacher training projects aimed at accredited or nearly accredited preschools in Hawaii.	Not published	Up to $25K
Early Care and Education Grant Program Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Early Care and Education Grant Program, initiated by the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, aims to provide funding for early care and education services for children from birth to age five in southern Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $20K
Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund Grant, managed by the Maine Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations addressing the needs of vulnerable communities in Maine.	Not published	Up to $10K
Family Engagement Prize Early Learning Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Award recognizing early learning programs for innovative methods of involving parents in their programs. This prize acknowledges excellence in family engagement practices.	Not published	$25K
SMIF Early Literacy Grant Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The SMIF Early Literacy Grant, offered by the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, aims to enhance school readiness for children from birth to eight years old by providing books.	Not published	Varies
Carol Martin Fund Spring Lake Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To optimally benefit and contribute to the education of elementary age children in the Spring Lake Public School system.	Not published	Varies
GSCF: Fund for Early Childhood Care, Education & Development Grants Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GSCF Fund for Early Childhood Care, Education & Development Grants aims to prepare children in Ottawa and Saline Counties for kindergarten.	Not published	Varies
General Grant Program Ohio Childrens Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $600 – $20K	Rolling	$600 – $20K
FY27 480-10-3703 Early Childhood Block Grant - Early Childhood - Preschool for All Expansion STATE Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies To implement and sustain high-quality preschool programs that reach and serve 3 to 5-year-old children in high-need communities and include a full school day of instruction and comprehensive services in the areas of medical, dental and…	Not published	Varies
KinderCamp United Way California Capital Region · Foundation Not published · Varies KinderCamp is a free school readiness program designed to prepare children for kindergarten success through engaging activities and skill-building.	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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