Grants for Science Research

Grants for Science Research 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.

6,362 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
University of Kansas Center for Research Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Research Fund Type: Internal competitive award program Purpose: The General Research Fund (GRF) is a competitive award program that provides funding for the advancement of the university's…

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

General Research Funding Program Funder: Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States Inc Status: Active, ongoing grant program Overview: The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation is the largest…

ASSOCIATION FOR DIAGNOSTICS & LABORATORY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Research Grant Funder: Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) Purpose: A small start-up grant targeted to young investigators who need limited research funds to explore new…

$20,000 - $40,000
American Hearing Research Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Research Grant Funder: American Hearing Research Foundation (AHRF) Overview: AHRF's primary research grant program that funds 5-10 research projects per year focusing on hearing and balance…

PITTSBURGH EMERGENCY MEDICINE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

General Research Grants Funder: Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation (PEMF) Geographic Scope: Primary focus on Western Pennsylvania, though all researchers in emergency medicine are encouraged to…

CHOROIDEREMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC · December 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

General Research Grants Funder: Choroideremia Research Foundation Inc (MA, US) Overview: CRF supports all other grant applications that do not fall under specific named awards. The foundation's…

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF COLON AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Surgery Resident Research Initiation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The American Society Of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The General…

AMERICAN ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:NOTE: IMPORTANT: Please see the visa page on the U.S. Department of State website to learn more about U.S. visa requirements and to help determine whether or not you need a visa to…

CONQUER CANCER FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Genitourinary Cancers Symposium Merit Awards Funder: Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation Award Type: Merit awards (amount not specified) Eligibility: - Oncology fellows and trainees - First authors…

ST BALDRICK'S FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Genius Award Funder: St. Baldrick's Foundation Inc Focus: Childhood cancer research funding Geographic Scope: International (worldwide funding available) Contact: Grants@StBaldricks.org Selection…

The Geological Society of London · Rolling / Open Foundation

Geochemistry Group Student Travel Bursary Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Geological Society of London Amount: Up to £500 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Geochemistry Group Student Travel…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Geoffrey Michael Chan Wing Au Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Geoffrey Michael Chan Wing Au Scholarship Fund,…

Royal Geographical Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

Geographical Fieldwork Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royal Geographical Society Amount: £500 - £5,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Geographical Fieldwork Grants, provided by the Royal…

Geologists' Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Geologists' Association: Curry Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Geologists' Association Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Geologists' Association's Curry Fund Grant supports various…

$8,800,000 total
U.S. National Science Foundation · November 3, 2026 Federal

Geometric Analysis The program in Geometric Analysis supports research on differential geometry and its relation to partial differential equations and variational principles; geometric methods in…

SOCIETY FOR INTEGRATIVE & COMPARATIVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

George A. Bartholomew Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The George A. Bartholomew Award recognizes a young…

WILSON ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

George A. Hall / Harold F. Mayfield Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wilson Ornithological Society Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The George A. Hall / Harold F. Mayfield…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of grants for science research are available?
Grants for Science Research 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.
Who is eligible for grants for science research?
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.
How do I apply for grants for science research?
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.

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