K-12 Education Grants for First-generation Americans
As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 20 K-12 Education Grants for First-generation Americans — 6 open right now, across 12 funding agencies. Award amounts range $50K to $142.87M. The next application deadline is January 7, 2027. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The over-arching goal of this NCI R25 program is…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.398⏰ Jan 7, 2027💰
up to $300,000
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of this R25 program is to…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.350⏰ May 28, 2027
The purpose of this Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) for Undergraduate-Focused Institutionsis to support small scale research grants at institutions that do not receive substantial funding…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.855⏰ Jan 7, 2028💰
up to $375,000
The goal of the Institutional Biomedical Undergraduate Research Training (BURT) program is to strengthen research training environments and develop a pool of well-trained students who:Complete their…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ Sep 25, 2028
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Education Program supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of the Research Education…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ May 5, 2029
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of this NIH Science Education Partnership…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.279⏰ May 25, 2029
How many k-12 education grants for first-generation americans are available?
Grantoria currently lists 20 k-12 education grants for first-generation americans, of which 6 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is January 7, 2027 — about 174 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $50K to $142.87M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse k-12 education grants for first-generation americans, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About K-12 Education Grants for First-generation Americans
A notable feature of K-12 education grants for first-generation Americans is their relatively low cost-sharing requirement: only 23% demand institutional contributions, making them more accessible to under-resourced schools. 6,385 active grants in this category are available, with the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education leading the funding landscape alongside the National Institutes of Health and Health Resources and Services Administration.
Awards typically range from $189K to $462K, with the majority awarded through competitive applications. Program and capacity-building support dominate the funding mix. To refine your search effectively, filter by support type—isolating "Training" grants will surface professional development opportunities specifically designed for educators serving first-generation student populations.
