Bill Bishop Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quaternary Research Association (QRA) Amount: Up to £950 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Bill Bishop Award, provided by the Quaternary…
Earth Science Grants
Earth Science Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Overview Department of Botany Travel Awards are presented annually to support the study of collections in the United States National Herbarium. Typically, about four awards are made, each with an…
C. Elmo and Kathleen W. Brown Field Camp Scholarship Funder: Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists (RMAG) Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Field-based geological research…
Cecilia Payne Gaposchkin Doctoral Dissertation Award in Astrophysics Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Physical Society (APS) Amount: More than US $1,500 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The…
CFP- Exploratory Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The CFP- Exploratory Research Grant offered by the Environmental…
Charles S. Falkenberg Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGU- Advancing Earth and Space Science Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary The Charles S. Falkenberg Award, established in 2002, honors…
Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology The Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology (CESEV) program aims to advance fundamental knowledge about the origin and evolution of…
Clay Minerals Society Marilyn and Sturges W. Bailey Distinguished Member Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clay Minerals Society Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Clay…
Cole Awards (Post-Doctoral Research) Overview: Research awards for post-doctoral scientists, also known as the Cole Awards. Eligibility: Post-doctoral researchers Contact Information: - Geological…
Colorado School of Mines Memorial Scholarship Funder: Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists (RMAG) Foundation Geographic Scope: United States, with specific affiliation to Colorado School of Mines…
Computers & Geosciences Research Scholarships (C&G) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Association for Mathematical Geosciences (IAMG) Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 23,…
Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America (CINGA) The NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) invites applications for the establishment of the Cooperative Institute in the…
Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions The Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR) program supports research to increase our understanding of the behavior…
Crommelin-Armiger Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Crommelin-Armiger Scholarship Fund…
Dallas Geological Society Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Dallas Geological Society…
David E. Lumley Young Scientist Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGU- Advancing Earth and Space Science Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: July 12, 2025 Summary The David E. Lumley Young…
David F. Ludwig Memorial Student Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association for Environmental Health and Sciences (AEHS) Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025…
David M. Dolan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Association for Great Lakes Research Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: April 11, 2025 Summary The David M. Dolan Scholarship,…
David S. Miller Young Scientist Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGU- Advancing Earth and Space Science Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The David S. Miller Young…
Deana and Paul Strunk Military Veterans Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association Of Petroleum Geologists Foundation ( AAPG ) Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated:…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of earth science grants are available?
- Earth Science Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for earth science grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for earth science grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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