Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,431 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 424 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,615 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,431; from 2,027 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.8M; across 3,615 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 647 with a published date

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Fight CRC & CGA-IGC Early Career Award Fight Colorectal Cancer Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A collaborative research grant awarded jointly by Fight Colorectal Cancer and the Collaborative Group of the Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Cancer (CGA-IGC) to advance patient care and support for individuals and families affected…	Not published	Varies
Strategic Research Grant: Sleep Health Disparities Research American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Strategic Research Grant for Sleep Health Disparities Research, offered by the AASM Foundation, aims to address significant gaps in knowledge related to sleep disorders among disadvantaged populations in the U.S. This initiative…	Not published	$50K – $250K
Children's Heart Foundation / Mend a Heart Foundation Research Award Children's Heart Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Children's Heart Foundation, partnering with the Mend a Heart Foundation, issues an RFA for the Mend a Heart Foundation Award — $100,000 per year for two years — supporting research focused on adult congenital heart disease and the…	Not published	Up to $100K
Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant Oregon Trail Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant supports projects improving education, wildlife preservation, historical landmarks, the arts, healthcare, and research in western Nebraska and eastern Wyoming.	Not published	Varies
Environmental & Engineering Geology Division (EEGD): Roy J. Shlemon Scholarship Award Grant Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Roy J. Shlemon Scholarship Award, offered by the Geological Society of America, supports graduate students pursuing research in environmental and engineering geology.	Not published	Varies
The Grand Challenges Initiative Applied Research Fellowship Grant Society of Fire Protection Engineers Inc (SFPE) · Foundation Not published · $30K The Grand Challenges Initiative Applied Research Fellowship, established by the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), supports advanced doctoral students or post-docs conducting vital research in fire engineering.	Not published	$30K
RFA: ACS-ASTRO CSDG ( Clinician Scientist Development Grant ) American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $405K – $675K The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) co-fund the Clinician Scientist Development Grant (CSDG), aimed at advancing the research careers of clinician scientists in radiation oncology.	Not published	$405K – $675K
HNF Research Funding Program Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K HNF advances preclinical research as quickly as possible and considers its application process interactive, encouraging collaboration and discussion prior to formal submission.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Ben Covino Memorial Award International Anesthesia Research Society · Foundation Not published · $150K	Not published	$150K
Autism Centers of Excellence P50 National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $10,000,000 total The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute for Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), with the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders ( NIDCD ), National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences ( NIEHS…	Forecast	$10,000,000 total
WVU HSC Funding Programs - Pilot Grants Program West Virginia University Research Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies This program provides a mechanism for soliciting and awarding clinical, translational, and community engagement projects, from concept to competitiveness for external funding.	Not published	Varies
Hoffman ALS Clinical Trial Awards Program Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Assn · Foundation Not published · Varies Clinical trials are the most reliable—and ultimately the fastest—way to translate promising laboratory science into new and better ways to treat and care for people living with ALS.	Not published	Varies
Besancon Scholarship Grant University of Montana · Foundation Not published · Up to $24K The Besancon Scholarship at the University of Montana supports graduate students in eligible disciplines such as biological sciences, chemistry, geology, mathematical sciences, and physics.	Not published	Up to $24K
Litwin IBD Pioneers Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Litwin IBD Pioneers initiative, formerly known as the Broad Medical Research Program at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, supports innovative clinical and translational research projects with the potential to impact the treatment of…	Not published	Varies
Virginia and George Bozarth Fund Grant American Musicological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Virginia and George Bozarth Fund, established by the American Musicological Society, supports doctoral students and recent Ph.D. graduates from North American universities conducting research in Austria.	Not published	$500 – $5K
LCRF Leading Edge Research Grant Program Lung Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual research grant program supporting innovative research projects related to lung cancer. Recipients are selected from hundreds of applicants and represent leading minds committed to improving outcomes for lung cancer patients.	Not published	Varies
Paul C. Silva Student Grants International Phycological Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Paul C. Silva Student Grants, awarded by the International Phycological Society, support graduate students in the field of phycology. Each grant, valued at $500, is available twice a year to up to 8 students.	Not published	$1K
Award of Excellence Grant American Fisheries Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Includes 8,000+ members from around the world, including fisheries managers, biologists, professors, ecologists, aquaculturists, economists, engineers, geneticists, and social scientists Promotes scientific research and sustainable…	Not published	Varies
Conservation Practitioner Award Grant American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Conservation Practitioner Award, presented by the American Ornithological Society, recognizes dedicated professionals at any career stage who address avian conservation issues at local or regional levels.	Not published	$1K
Student Scholars Program Bat Conservation International · Foundation Not published · Varies The Student Scholars program provides global bat research opportunities to graduate students looking to expand their knowledge and experience in bat conservation. 500 N Capital of TX Hwy Bldg 8, Suite 225	Not published	Varies
Lupus Innovation Award Grant Lupus Research Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $300K The Lupus Innovation Award, offering $300,000 over two years, aims to support innovative and high-risk research addressing key challenges in lupus.	Not published	$300K
Fund4Trees Research Grants Fund4Trees · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Fund4Trees Research Grants provide funding to support research aimed at promoting sustainable treescapes.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Myrna P. Steinkamp Research Grant Colorado Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Student Scholarships in Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The American Heart Association offers $2,000 scholarships for students researching cerebrovascular disease and stroke. These funds are paid directly to the recipient's institution.	Not published	$2K – $3K

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About grants for science research

Grants for science research fund basic and applied research, fellowships, and education across the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are the largest federal funders, while private funders include the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement. These awards support universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and individual scientists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for science research award?

Of the 6,431 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,615 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $3,500 and $125K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for science research?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (518), Society of Toxicology (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (89), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,027 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,431 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 647 have a published upcoming deadline, 923 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,801 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 44% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for science research?

Science research grants fund basic and applied research, graduate fellowships, instrumentation, and STEM education. NSF offers hundreds of opportunities — including grants, cooperative agreements, and fellowships — across science and engineering, and NIH funds biomedical and health research. Private funders like the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation support targeted research programs and early-career fellowships.

Who funds scientific research in the U.S.?

The largest funders are federal agencies — the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health — which together provide a major share of academic research support. Private foundations such as the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement fund additional research and fellowships, and many fields have discipline-specific societies and corporate sponsors. The right source depends on your field and whether you need research, equipment, or fellowship funding.

Are there grants for early-career scientists and students?

Yes. NSF runs the Graduate Research Fellowship Program for students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees, and the Sloan Research Fellowships support early-career scientists. Many agencies and societies reserve funding tracks for postdocs, new investigators, and underrepresented researchers. Eligibility usually depends on career stage and institutional affiliation, so check each program's requirements before applying.

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