Best School Health Grants

The Brutten Family Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing access to the outdoors, quality education, and mental health services. Established in 1996, the foundation supports organizations that align with its core pillars: environment, education, and mental health. By nurturing local and global initiatives, the foundation aims to inspire the next generation of stewards for a healthier planet. They welcome applications from 501(c)(3) organizations worldwide committed to making a positive impact.

Community-based organizations worldwide supporting children’s and youth wellbeing, education, safety, and gender justice can apply to be considered for partnership funding from Global Fund for Children. U.S. nonprofits running school health or related youth programs may be eligible if they align with GFC’s mission and focus areas and submit an organizational profile.

U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions offering arts and science programming, especially for youth, can apply for more than US $100,000 to support impactful programs, capital projects, or limited general support. With a mission to help people build healthy, productive lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides large nonprofits with culture funding that may benefit school health and wellness efforts through arts or STEAM education in schools.

The Hearst Foundation: Education Grant aims to support outstanding nonprofits that promote education across various levels, focusing primarily on higher education. With a minimum grant size of $100,000, the foundation prioritizes organizations demonstrating significant impact and sustainability. They support innovative educational models, professional development, and scholarships, specifically targeting underserved populations. Since the 1940s, the foundation has evolved while maintaining its commitment to fostering healthy and productive lives for all individuals in the United States.

U.S. nonprofit hospitals, medical centers, and health organizations can access funding through William Randolph Hearst Foundation to expand healthcare access and strengthen health programs. Grants over US $100,000 support care for high-need populations, rural health services, behavioral and mental health, specialized elder care, and health workforce development, which may include school-based or school-partnered health initiatives.

Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. providing direct social services that address chronic poverty and strengthen families can apply for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or general operations. With a mission to help underserved people build productive lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable, proven efforts, which may include school-based health and youth development initiatives.

Nonprofit organizations providing arts-integrated instruction or youth-focused services can access funding that supports arts in education, youth homelessness prevention, climate resilience, and watershed stewardship in the U.S. Laird Norton Family Foundation backs programs in public Pre-K–12 schools, youth and young adult human services, West Coast climate work, and priority watersheds in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Western states.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations focused on literacy, education, or student well-being can seek up to US $25,000 for programs that strengthen character, integrity, and personal development, including school-based initiatives. Focused on education and humanitarian efforts, the Richard Davoud Donchian Foundation prioritizes northeastern U.S. projects with strong leadership, measurable impact, and collaborative, innovative models.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving health, education, housing, and economic opportunity for disadvantaged communities in the U.S. and abroad may be eligible for program-related investments and grants supporting self-sustaining initiatives. Erich & Hannah Sachs Foundation supports efforts that can include school-based health, youth services, after-school programs, and related community development work.

Nonprofit organizations improving school health and nutrition in the U.S. can access funding through Takeda’s corporate giving program to support food access, healthy eating, and STEM education initiatives. Grants from Takeda help expand programs like nutritious school meals, food access in underserved communities, and K–12 STEM enrichment that address health disparities for students.

Nonprofits, schools, and agencies serving low-income, at-risk children in the U.S. can receive free tickets to arts, cultural, and enrichment events to enhance school health and wellbeing. Tickets For Kids Foundation supports programs like after-school activities, summer camps, and counseling, which may complement school-based health, wellness, and academic success initiatives.

U.S. school-focused nonprofits improving student health, nutrition, and youth wellbeing can access funding through Wegmans Family Foundation for programs that expand wholesome food access, wellness education, and after-school or youth activities. Support may also cover broader community efforts around hunger relief, education, stable housing, and job training that benefit children and families.

U.S. nonprofits and public entities focused on children’s health, education, and family economic security can access funding through WK Kellogg Foundation for programs like early childhood development, maternal and perinatal health, nutrition, and community development. School health initiatives that improve nutrition, dental health, or overall wellbeing for students may be eligible.

U.S. school health and education nonprofits can access funding through Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation to tell powerful stories about their impact; awards are typically more than US $50,000. Eligible 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits working in education, wellness, or preservation may use this grant to develop storytelling around school wellness and related programs.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, tribal governments, educational institutions, and school districts can seek more than US $5,000 for discrete projects in education, healthy communities, or environmental stewardship. Grants from HDR Foundation help U.S. school health programs fund wellness education, active lifestyles, and preventative healthcare initiatives with measurable, sustainable impact over a 12-month period.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety programs near TJX locations in the U.S. can seek funding that supports vulnerable children and families. With a mission to help build better futures, The Tjx Foundation invites eligible nonprofits to begin with an online eligibility questionnaire and letter of inquiry.

The 100X Impact Accelerator Grant, based at the London School of Economics, seeks to empower social ventures aiming for transformative change. With a focus on innovation in crucial areas like climate, democracy, and well-being, this program supports visionary entrepreneurs with catalytic funding and mentorship. The 12-week hybrid accelerator fosters collaboration among like-minded social entrepreneurs, providing essential resources to scale impactful solutions. Eligible ventures must demonstrate a mission-driven approach and tangible impact, aiming to create scalable, sustainable solutions for global challenges.

U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations, municipalities, and public schools working on school-based health, arts education, or youth-focused community programs can apply for Sorenson Legacy Foundation support. Grants may fund initiatives that improve student well-being, expand arts in schools, promote medical or health innovations, or provide positive, healthy alternatives and services for children and youth, with preference for efforts in Utah.

U.S. nonprofits, school districts, and colleges providing professional development to early childhood educators can seek funding to strengthen early learning quality and workforce supports. School health organizations working in early childhood settings can access funding through the Stranahan Foundation, with awards up to US $500,000 over three years for scalable coaching, leadership development, substitute pools, or reinvestment projects.

The Tomberg Family Philanthropies supports impactful programs in education, health, environment, and poverty alleviation, focusing on projects that empower communities for sustainable change. They exclusively fund 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and seek innovative initiatives that maximize limited resources. Note that grants typically do not cover ongoing operational costs or projects run by religious organizations. Applications for the current funding cycle are open until September 8, 2025.

U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, government agencies, and qualifying civic or veterans groups can apply for J.B. Hunt Transport Services’ Company Giving to support health care, education, veterans’ services, and crisis management projects. School-based health and wellness or nutrition initiatives that benefit the broader community may be eligible under this program.

The John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Grant supports educational programs and initiatives that assist individuals demonstrating financial need. Founded in 1975, it prioritizes funding for organizations that enhance educational opportunities, arts, culture, and community initiatives, particularly for youth and disadvantaged populations. The Trust encourages proposals from 501(c)(3) organizations, with grants typically ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. It also considers limited proposals in disabilities, environmental protection, and historic preservation, focusing on educational impact.

Nonprofit public charities providing K–12 STEM and mathematics programs for pre-college students ages 5–19 can apply for US $15,000 - US $40,000 to expand early learner STEM education and digital inclusion efforts. With a mission to promote math excellence, Akamai Foundation supports initiatives that improve technology access and equity, especially for underserved student populations, which may benefit school health and wellness outcomes.

Nonprofit organizations running K-12 school health and social-emotional learning programs in the U.S. can apply for Imagine Learning Foundation’s Signature Grant Program, with awards of US $25,000 - US $100,000. Funding supports youth, family, and educator well-being, including basic needs, wraparound services, and research on how well-being affects student achievement.

Newman’s Own Foundation is offering the Food Justice for Kids Prize, providing up to $100,000 in grant funding over two years for organizations promoting food justice for children in the U.S. This initiative focuses on Indigenous Food Justice and Nutrition Education, addressing the high rates of food insecurity among children, particularly in marginalized communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, public schools, and tribes that serve children under 18. The foundation aims to ensure all kids have access to nutritious food and education on sustainable food systems.

U.S. 501(c)(3) libraries, schools, hospitals, and clinics can apply for Gladys Brooks Foundation grants of US $50,000 - US $150,000 to fund endowments, capital projects, and major equipment. Educational institutions with school-based health, wellness, or nutrition initiatives may be eligible when projects are innovative and largely supported by the grant.

Nonprofits, SMEs, and similar organizations with proven sustainability solutions in health, food, energy, water, or climate action can apply for the Zayed Sustainability Prize, which awards US $600,000. Grants from Zayed Sustainability Prize help school health and related initiatives expand access to care, improve nutrition, and strengthen environmental health worldwide.