Grants for Robotics

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 55 active grants for robotics in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 19 list an award amount, with a median of $6,000.

Grants tracked: 55; from 41 funders
Median award: $6,000; middle half $2,250–$28K
Total listed funding: $4.1M; across 19 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 2; 3 with a published date

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Hacker Initiative Grant Program Hacker Initiative · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The purpose of the HI Grant Program is to strengthen and enrich the hacker community through small monetary grants designed to: HI encourages applications supporting projects including (but not limited to):	Not published	$5K – $25K
Stephanie and Bruce Fehringer Memorial STEM Scholarship Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Stephanie and Bruce Fehringer Memorial STEM Scholarship offers renewable scholarships for students pursuing careers in STEM fields.	Not published	Up to $6K
Project Valqari Governors State University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A collaborative partnership between Governors State University and Valqari, a private drone company.	Not published	Varies
JDF: FIRST LEGO League Discover Grant John Deere Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Deere FIRST LEGO League Discover program aims to support equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM fields by providing grants to teams that meet specific eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Gene HAAS FIRST LEGO League Grant Colorado Robotics Excelling at Science and Technology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Grant Solicitation for Massachusetts Robotic Digital Twin Initiative Massachusetts Technology Education Engineering Collaborative · Foundation Not published · $25K – $300K The Massachusetts Robotics Digital Twin Initiative aims to enhance access to robotics technology and foster the robotics entrepreneurial ecosystem across the Commonwealth.	Not published	$25K – $300K
FIN Community Showcase Pitch Competition Indianafirst Inc First Indiana Robotics · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K	Not published	$500 – $2K
Off-Cycle Grants Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Foundation Grants Birmingham Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Long-term support grants offered by Birmingham Education Foundation for initiatives that impact large numbers of students across multiple schools or are part of BEF's core mission commitments.	Not published	Varies
Robotics Education Development Grants Request for Applications 2025-2027 NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies The New Hampshire Department of Education will issue competitive grants for a two year grant cycle for NH public and public charter schools that meet eligibility requirements for financing the establishment of a robotics team and its…	Not published	Varies
Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant for ARM Endorsement Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute · Foundation Not published · $200K Funds the application and endorsement process for robotics education programs in Western Pennsylvania that effectively prepare students for careers in manufacturing with robotics technology.	Not published	$200K
Twin Cities Fund: Teens and Tech Program Grant Best Buy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Twin Cities Fund: Teens and Tech Program Grant, offered by the Best Buy Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Minnesota's Twin Cities area.	Not published	Varies
NIST CARES Act Pandemic Response Funding Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute · Foundation Not published · $3.4M Funded high-impact projects for COVID-19 pandemic response through development of robotics solutions to address manufacturing and healthcare challenges.	Not published	$3.4M
Grants for Great Ideas Awards Angleton ISD Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program that funds innovative educational projects within Angleton ISD.	Not published	Varies
H.U.G.S. Program (Helping Us Give to Society) Pioneer Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Rolling · $2K – $9K Pioneer Electric's community grant program funded through the recycling of materials like steel, aluminum, and copper taken out of service due to repair or rebuild.	Rolling	$2K – $9K
Raytheon Technologies' FIRST Grant Program NAF · Foundation Not published · Varies FIRST was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology.	Not published	Varies
Robotics and LEGO Summer Camp Scholarships U-Turn · Foundation Not published · Varies U-TURN offers need-based scholarships for youth to attend summer camps focused on STEM education and robotics. U-TURN is a faith-based 501(c)(3) organization focused on youth development through sports, education, and community programming.	Not published	Varies
RTX's FIRST Grant Program NAF · Foundation Not published · Varies FIRST was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology.	Not published	Varies
AEIO Grant Program Abington Heights Educational Improvement Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AEIO accepts grant applications for new programs and initiatives. Applicants are encouraged to submit ideas that align with the organization's mission of supporting educational improvement in the Abington Heights School District.	Not published	Varies
Massachusetts 4-H Pilot Grant Program Massachusetts 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $30K A competitive grant program launched to support 4-H organizations, clubs, advisories, and fairs throughout Massachusetts with funding for operational needs, programs, and activities.	Not published	$1K – $30K
FIRST x AISES Scholarship American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships for Native Students in STEM fields AISES recognizes education as a means of empowerment, personal growth, and fosters the diversity Indigenous students will bring to STEM landscapes.	Not published	Varies
Western Digital Boulder County Grant Colorado Robotics Excelling at Science and Technology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
STEM Activity Grant Views on Learning Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Available within 35-mile radius of VOL service areas: Anchorage, AK; Casper, WY; Columbus, OH; Des Moines, IA; Fairbanks, AK; Fort Myers, FL; Islamorada, FL; Lansing, MI; Lewiston, ID; Madison, GA; Merced, CA; Monterey, CA; Pocatello, ID…	Not published	Varies
Maryland Robotics Grant FY 2026 Maryland State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Maryland Robotics Grant FY 2026, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, aims to enhance robotics education in K-12 schools by funding Local Education Agencies and nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$5K – $20K

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About grants for robotics

Grants for robotics support competition teams, STEM education, and fundamental research for schools, nonprofits, and universities. Competition teams can tap sponsorship grants from NASA's Robotics Alliance Project, the Gene Haas Foundation, and FIRST's own team grant programs, while research funding flows through the National Science Foundation's robotics programs. These awards help cover registration, equipment, and the cost of running robotics programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for robotics award?

Of the 55 grants for robotics Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 19 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $6,000, and the middle half fall between $2,250 and $28K. The largest is $3.4M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for robotics?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Indianafirst Inc First Indiana Robotics (4), Colorado Robotics Excelling at Science and Technology Inc (3), John Deere Foundation (3), Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute (2), and American Indian Science and Engineering Society (2). In all, 41 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for robotics due?

Of 55 grants listed, 2 accept applications on a rolling basis, 3 have a published upcoming deadline, 26 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 24 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for robotics?

Robotics grants range from competition-team sponsorships to fundamental research awards. FIRST Robotics and FIRST Tech Challenge teams can apply for sponsorship grants from NASA's Robotics Alliance Project and the Gene Haas Foundation, and FIRST offers its own team grant opportunities. For research, NSF funds programs like Foundational Research in Robotics and the National Robotics Initiative.

Who funds robotics teams and research?

Competition teams are supported by NASA's Robotics Alliance Project, the Gene Haas Foundation, and FIRST team-grant programs, often covering registration or build costs. Fundamental research is funded by the National Science Foundation, sometimes alongside partner agencies like USDA, NASA, NIH, and the Department of Transportation through initiatives such as the National Robotics Initiative. Corporate STEM sponsors and local foundations also back youth robotics.

How can a school or team get funding to start a robotics program?

New teams should look at FIRST team-grant opportunities, NASA Robotics Alliance Project sponsorship (which can cover event registration), and the Gene Haas Foundation, which funds teams in competitions involving CNC machining and design. Many of these grants open on annual cycles, so plan around deadlines. Local employers and community foundations are also common first sponsors for startup teams.

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