Grants for Preschools

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 180 active grants for preschools in its free grants database, drawn from 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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West Bend Community Foundation - Early Childhood Education Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is Wisconsin’s largest community foundation and was among the first established in the world.	Not published	Up to $5K
HJF College Scholarship Program Houston Junior Forum Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Multi-year college scholarships for students who originally attended HJF Community House Preschool, with recent expansion to include applicants from the Nehemiah Center and Spring Spirit.	Not published	Varies
Guttman Foundation Grant Stella and Charles Guttman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stella and Charles Guttman Foundation Grant supports programs for low-income infants, toddlers, and preschoolers transitioning to kindergarten, emphasizing quality improvement and service expansion in high-need neighborhoods.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2025-2026 ESC IDEA-B Preschool program, administered by the Texas Education Agency, allocates funds to 20 regional education service centers.	Not published	Varies
Professional Development Partnerships for Early Childhood Education Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $500K The Professional Development Partnerships for Early Childhood Education program, managed by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance the skills of early childhood trainers and instructional coaches.	Not published	$500K
Preschool Scholarship Program United Way of Cowlitz County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Charlene Tressler Memorial Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Charlene Tressler Memorial Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, supports students in San Diego County pursuing careers in Early Childhood Education or Child Development for ages 0-5.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Samuel N. & Mary Castle Foundation - Early Learning Program Grant Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $50K Committed to improving the lives of Hawaii's children and families by improving early education. To strengthen and enhance early learning programs to ensure continued academic growth and development for young children (keiki).	Not published	$50K
Winter Grant Cycle- Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund Grant Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia · Foundation Not published · $3K – $6K The Winter Grant Cycle of the Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund supports nonprofit organizations serving children from prenatal care to age five in the Roanoke and Salem areas.	Not published	$3K – $6K
Gary Community Ventures Grant Gary Philanthropy · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Once a year we issue a Request for Grant Proposals that reflect specific strategies for impact within our outcome areas. We also welcome the opportunity to connect with organizations engaged in aligned work at any time.	Not published	Varies
Best Beginnings Scholarship Bitterroot Early Learning Network · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship opportunity for families interested in enrolling children in Evergreen Kids Corner Preschool. Related Tuition Costs (Evergreen Kids Corner Preschool):	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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