Earth Science Grants

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 163 active earth science grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 83 list an award amount, with a median of $3,000.

Grants tracked: 163; from 77 funders
Median award: $3,000; middle half $1,200–$10K
Total listed funding: $9.4M; across 83 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 0; 6 with a published date

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Abilene Geological Society Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Abilene · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Abilene Geological Society Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Abilene, aims to support students from the Big Country pursuing degrees in geology, earth science, hydrology, or environmental science.	Not published	$500 – $5K
James Lee Wilson Award Grant Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) · Foundation Not published · Varies The James Lee Wilson Award, presented by the Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM), recognizes outstanding contributions to sedimentary geology by young scientists.	Not published	Varies
Asahiko Taira International Scientific Ocean Drilling Research Prize Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $18K The Asahiko Taira International Scientific Ocean Drilling Research Prize honors exceptional transdisciplinary research in ocean drilling, awarded annually to an early-career scientist within 15 years of their Ph.D. Funded by the Integrated…	Not published	$18K
South-Central Section: Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The South-Central Section of the Geological Society of America provides competitive research grants for undergraduate students from institutions in Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, and parts of Mexico.	Not published	Varies
Lewis Penny Medal Grant Quaternary Research Association (QRA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lewis Penny Medal, awarded by the Quaternary Research Association, recognizes a promising young researcher under 35 who has significantly contributed to Quaternary stratigraphy in the British Isles.	Not published	Varies
Colorado School of Mines Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Robert Christman Distinguished Service Award Grant National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert Christman Distinguished Service Award, established in 2008 by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers, honors individuals for their exceptional and long-term contributions to geoscience education.	Not published	Varies
Outstanding Earth Science Teacher (OEST) Award Grant National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Outstanding Earth Science Teacher (OEST) Award recognizes exceptional K-12 educators for their contributions to Earth Science education.	Not published	Varies
Earth Science Education Grant Geological Society of Nevada · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant to support earth science education initiatives. Limited details available from the website.	Not published	Varies
Paul G. Silver Young Scholar Research Enhancement Award Grant Cecil H & Ida M Green Foundation for Earth Sciences · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Paul G. Silver Young Scholar Research Enhancement Award honors the legacy of Paul G. Silver by providing funding between $2000-$5000 to young scholars, including undergraduates and graduate students, pursuing innovative geophysical…	Not published	$2K – $5K
John W. Miles Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Cecil H & Ida M Green Foundation for Earth Sciences · Foundation Not published · $73K The John W. Miles Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography supports a researcher specializing in computational and theoretical geophysics.	Not published	$73K
Dr. Leonard Weis Earth & Environmental Sciences Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Dr. Leonard Weis Earth & Environmental Sciences Scholarship, established by Captain Greg Neuschafer, honors Professor Leonard Weis for his impactful teaching at the University of Wisconsin Fox Valley.	Not published	$500
J. David Lowell Field Camp Scholarship Program Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies An umbrella program under which GSA's existing field camp scholarship programs reside, with structure for new named field camp scholarships.	Not published	Varies
GSC Student Research Grant Geological Society of Connecticut · Foundation Not published · $500 The Geological Society of Connecticut offers the GSC Student Research Grant to support undergraduate and master’s students conducting geology-related fieldwork in Connecticut.	Not published	$500
Native Science Fellows Hopa Mountain Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An innovative cooperative program offering Native American undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to participate in community-based science organizations to increase their engagement in higher education and geosciences careers.	Not published	Varies
David E. Lumley Young Scientist Scholarship Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $2K The David E. Lumley Young Scientist Scholarship, offered by the American Geophysical Union, supports high school and undergraduate students pursuing energy and environmental science.	Not published	$2K
Richard I. Gibson TRGS Travel Fund Grant Tobacco Root Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Richard I. Gibson TRGS Travel Fund, provided by the Tobacco Root Geological Society, supports travel expenses for students and young professionals to attend the TRGS summer field conference.	Not published	Up to $500
Student Field Trip Fund Geological Society of Nevada · Foundation Not published · Varies A funding opportunity to support student field trips. Limited details available from the website.	Not published	Varies
The Rolex Explorers Club Grants Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rolex Explorers Club Grants aim to empower young explorers under 35 by funding their innovative field research.	Not published	$10K
The Leakey Foundation: Research Grants The Leakey Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Leakey Foundation offers research grants aimed at advancing the understanding of human origins.	Not published	Up to $30K
Science for Solutions Award Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $1K The Science for Solutions Award honors students and postdoctoral scientists for their significant contributions using Earth and space science to tackle societal challenges.	Not published	$1K
Spackman Award Grant Society for Organic Petrology · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Spackman Award, established by the Society for Organic Petrology, supports graduate students conducting research in organic petrology.	Not published	Up to $1K
Philip J. McKenna Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The JGE Outstanding Reviewer Award Grant National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) · Foundation Not published · $500 The JGE Outstanding Reviewer Award, presented by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers, recognizes exceptional reviewers for their quality and quantity of contributions to the Journal of Geoscience Education.	Not published	$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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do earth science grants award?

Of the 163 earth science grants Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 83 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $3,000, and the middle half fall between $1,200 and $10K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most earth science grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Geological Society of America Foundation (15), American Geophysical Union (14), Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation (10), Geological Society of America Inc (8), and National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) (7). In all, 77 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are earth science grants due?

Of 163 grants listed, 6 have a published upcoming deadline, 23 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 134 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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