Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 174 active earth science grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Polk County Engineering/Geological Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Polk County…
Overview The National Air and Space Museum has established the Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship to support scientific research in this area. The Center for Earth and Planetary…
René M. Vandervelde Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The René M. Vandervelde Research Grant,…
RESESS Program Overview: An undergraduate research internship program primarily focused on increasing diversity in the geosciences. Program Details: - Provides paid summer student internships for…
Rex Monahan Geological Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Institute of Professional Geologists - Colorado Section Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The…
Richard Hay Student Paper/Poster Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Geological Society of America (GSA) Amount: Up to US $650 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Richard Hay Student Paper/Poster…
Richard I. Gibson TRGS Travel Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tobacco Root Geological Society Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Richard I. Gibson TRGS Travel Fund,…
RMS Legacies Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royal Meteorological Society Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The RMS Legacies Fund, offered by the Royal Meteorological Society, provides small…
RMS-SEPM Scholarships: Edwin D. McKee Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The RMS-SEPM Scholarships,…
Robert M. Cluff Memorial Scholarship Funder: Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists (RMAG) Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Primary Focus: Petrophysics and reservoir…
ROSES 2025: A.4 Rapid Response and Novel Research in Earth Science This program element does not have a proposal due date. Proposals may be submitted at any time, pending certain eligibility timing…
ROSES 2025: B.3 Living with a Star Science The close date above is NOT the date for the Step-2 proposal due date as the Step-2 due date for this program will be announced at least 60 days before the…
ROSES25: A.11 Early Career Investigator Program in Earth Science PLEASE NOTE: this program has MANDATORY Notices of Intent, which are due via NSPIRES by May 18, 2026 . See the full posting on NSPIRES…
Overview Sacramento Valley Chapter CNPS scholarship award The Sacramento Chapter of the California Native Plant Society funds an additional scholarship for plant-related research. This chapters…
Sanders Student Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Sanders Student Research Grant, named…
Scholarships Funder: Geological Society of Nevada (GSNV) Geographic Scope: Nevada, US Overview: Scholarship opportunities available through the Geological Society of Nevada. Limited details available…
Science for Solutions Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGU- Advancing Earth and Space Science Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary The Science for Solutions Award honors…
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) Fellowship Programme Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Scientific Committee of Antarctic Research Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: April 02,…
SIPES Foundation: Earth Science Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The SIPES Foundation's Earth…
Overview Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowships: Advancing Life on a Sustainable Planet Climate change is dramatically and profoundly altering our planet, and for decades, Smithsonian researchers…
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.
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.
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.