8,371 foundations$92B total annual giving$10K median grant56 states with funders
Discover 8,371 grantmaking foundations funding k-12 education programs, with combined annual giving of $92B. The median grant size for k-12 education is $10K.
K-12 Education Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
8,371
Total Annual Giving
$92B
Total Assets Under Management
$154.6B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
56
Total Grants on Record
271,078
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Early Childhood EducationK-12 EducationChildren & Youth+2 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) public charity located or operating in the 13-county metro Atlanta area; have paid full-time staff and an annual budget over $500,000; align with one of the Foundation's interest areas. The Foundation does not fund individuals, churches, conferences, debt relief, fundraising events, professional associations, sponsorships or startups.
Who can apply: Applicant must be a charitable organization under IRC 501(c)(3) and California Revenue Taxation Code Section 23701d. The organization must support or operate a formal classroom K through 12th grade program whose primary purpose, curriculum, or object emphasizes mathematics/sciences and/or art, performing arts, and music. The organization must have been established and operated within San Diego County for more than one year and must not have been funded by the Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation within the last 24 months.
Early Childhood Education & ChildcareFamily & Domestic Violence ResourcesHousing Assistance and Homelessness Resources+7 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization or fiscally sponsored; spend no more than 5% of budget on legislative involvement; serve women and/or children in Spokane County; WHWF does not fund individuals, political action organizations, capital projects, or endowment funds.
Literacy instructionAfterschool and summer programsCollege and career readiness+1 more
Who can apply: Nonprofits working in metro Atlanta focused on K-12 education (literacy, out-of-school time programs, college/career readiness). Foundation does not fund special events, booster organizations, churches/religious entities, independent schools, individuals, or organizations focused exclusively on environment/healthcare/arts. University funding and certain legacy projects are by invitation only.
Who can apply: Organizations applying for grants should submit a proposal. For other projects, applicants must first submit a letter of intent stating the mission, project, budget, and amount requested, and wait for a response before submitting a full application.
The typical K-12 Education foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 37% of K-12 Education foundations actively fund new organizations, and 70% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About K-12 Education Grants
How many foundations fund k-12 education?
There are 8,371 grantmaking foundations that fund k-12 education programs across 56 states.
What is the median grant size for k-12 education?
The median grant from foundations funding k-12 education is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest k-12 education foundations?
The largest foundations funding k-12 education by annual giving include TRUSTEES OF THE ESTATE OF BERNICE PAUAHI BISHOP, Maine Technology Institute, WAKE COUNTY SMART START INC, with combined giving of $77.4M.
Which states have the most k-12 education funders?
The states with the most k-12 education foundations are California (857), New York (770), Florida (647). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find k-12 education grants for my nonprofit?
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