Earth Science Grants

Last updated August 20, 2026

There are currently 171 active earth science grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	The Ted H. Foss Scholarship Grant	American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG)	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	AEESP Outstanding Publication Award Grant	Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation)	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Computers & Geosciences Research Scholarships (C&G) Grant	International Association for Mathematical Geosciences (IAMG)	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	Excellence in JEDI Award Grant	National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT)	Rolling	Varies
Federal	Geospace Cluster	U.S. National Science Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI) Mine Waste Cooperative Agreements FY2026 Grant	Geological Survey	Rolling	$3K – $356K
Foundation	Jerome M. Paros Scholarships in Geophysical Instrumentation Grant	American Geophysical Union	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) Fellowship Programme Grant	The Scientific Committee of Antarctic Research	Rolling	Up to $15K
Foundation	AAPG Foundation: Grants-In-Aid Grant Program	American Association of Petroleum	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Archaeological Geology Division: Claude C. Albritton, Jr. Award Grant	Geological Society of America	Rolling	Up to $650
Foundation	GSA Scientific Division Grants	The Geological Society of America	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	AEG Foundation: Robert F. Legget Publication Fund	Aeg Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Faculty Travel Grant for AGU Annual Meeting	American Geophysical Union	Rolling	$2K
Foundation	Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship	Smithsonian Institution	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowships: Advancing Life on a Sustainable Planet	Smithsonian Institution	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Michael S. Johnson Scholarship	Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Harrison Scholarship(s) Grant	Tobacco Root Geological Society	Rolling	Up to $1K
Foundation	The Eppley Foundation for Research Grant	Eppley Foundation for Research Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Botany Travel Awards: Cuatrecasas / Smith/ Robinson/ Funk	Smithsonian Institution	Rolling	Varies
Federal	Facility and Instrumentation Request Process	U.S. National Science Foundation	Rolling	$20M
Foundation	SIPES Foundation: Earth Science Scholarship Program Grant	Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	American Geophysical Union Jerome M. Paros Scholarship Award	American Geophysical Union	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Crommelin-Armiger Scholarship Fund Grant	Columbus Foundation	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	The JGE Outstanding Paper Award Grant	National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT)	Rolling	$500

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About earth science grants

Earth science grants fund research and education in geology, atmospheric and ocean science, hydrology, and Earth surface processes. The U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Geosciences is the primary funder, supporting core research, instrumentation, and workforce programs, often in coordination with sister agencies NASA and NOAA. These awards support universities, research institutions, and education programs studying the Earth system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for earth science?

Earth science grants fund research on the solid Earth, atmosphere, oceans, and freshwater systems, along with instrumentation and education programs. NSF's Directorate for Geosciences supports core research through divisions like Earth Sciences (EAR), and offers instrumentation and facilities funding plus workforce-development supplements. NASA and NOAA also fund Earth-system and environmental research and education.

Who funds earth science research and education?

The U.S. National Science Foundation is the leading funder through its Directorate for Geosciences, frequently collaborating with NASA and NOAA on research and education programs. NSF emphasizes integrating education and broadening participation into most research proposals. Professional societies and private foundations also offer smaller grants and scholarships for geoscience students and educators.

Are there grants for geoscience education and workforce programs?

Yes. NSF funds geoscience education and workforce development — including research experiences for post-baccalaureate students and supplements for veterans — and supports collaborations like NASA's GLOBE program. These programs aim to broaden participation and build the future geoscience workforce. Many research grants also expect education or outreach components, so build those into your proposal where relevant.

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