Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,433 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 423 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,616 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,433; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.9M; across 3,616 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 645 with a published date

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Hertz Graduate Fellowship Grant Fannie and John Hertz Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Hertz Graduate Fellowship is a prestigious program that supports exceptional doctoral students in applied sciences, engineering, and mathematics.	Not published	Up to $250K
OTSS Best Poster Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · $500 Any poster accepted for presentation during the SOT Annual Meeting in the field of ocular toxicology are eligible for the Best Poster Award.	Not published	$500
Director's Fellowship Award Versiti Illinois Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K Established in 2011 by J. Scott and Genevieve Harkness to support excellence in science and continue Versiti Blood Research Institute's legacy of recruiting and retaining the best and brightest individuals to the research program.	Not published	$8K
2026 MCCRF Scientific Research on CRC Grant Minnesota Colorectal Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Eminent Ecologist Award Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 Given to a senior ecologist in recognition of an outstanding body of ecological work or of sustained ecological contributions of extraordinary merit.	Not published	$700
Prader-Willi Syndrome Research Grant - 12 Month Larger Grant Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Prader-Willi Syndrome Research Grant, offered by PWSA \| USA, aims to support impactful research projects that enhance knowledge and treatment for individuals affected by PWS.	Not published	Up to $100K
Bioprocessing Research Infrastructure Program (IL) Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $5M – $10M Bioprocessing Research Infrastructure Program (IL) The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (the “Department” or “DCEO”) is issuing this Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”) to seek to promote bioprocessing in…	Not published	$5M – $10M
BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants The British Academy · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants, a prestigious program by The British Academy, offer up to £10,000 for postdoctoral scholars in the UK to support defined research projects over a maximum of 24 months.	Not published	Up to £10,000
GF Research Grants: Pediatric Research - Environmental Hazards (Nutrient Competitors) The Gerber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $350K The Gerber Foundation offers grants for pediatric research focusing on environmental hazards that affect infants and young children.	Not published	Up to $350K
Translational Bridge Award Grant Lupus Research Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $450K The Translational Bridge Award, offered by the Lupus Research Alliance, provides up to $450,000 over two years to support projects that bridge the gap between post-discovery and pre-commercial development.	Not published	Up to $450K
The Cave Science and Technology Research Fund (CSTRF) Grant The British Cave Research Association · Foundation Not published · Up to £5,000 The Cave Science and Technology Research Fund (CSTRF) Grant, managed by the British Cave Research Association, supports innovative research in cave science, including themes such as speleogenesis, archaeology, biology, and technology.	Not published	Up to £5,000
Overseas Training Program (Georgetown, Guyana) Asa Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Overseas Teaching Program in Georgetown, Guyana is a collaborative initiative between the ASA Charitable Foundation/Committee on Global Health and CASIEF to advance anesthesia education and clinical care in Guyana.	Not published	Varies
State Science Policy Fellowship Grant Maryland Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $56K Maryland Sea Grant (MDSG) is excited to announce a new, year-long State Science Policy Fellowship program partnering with state agencies and University System of Maryland (USM) leadership.	Not published	$56K
Travel Stipend for Funded VA Investigators Portland Va Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Provides support for eligible VA investigators to attend up to two scientific meetings per calendar year where they have an accepted abstract for presentation (talk or poster).	Not published	Up to $2K
OHF: Research Grant The Oxalosis & Hyperoxaluria Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Oxalosis & Hyperoxaluria Foundation (OHF) offers research grants up to $200,000 for studies aimed at diagnosing and treating primary hyperoxaluria.	Not published	Up to $200K
Leukemia Exploration and Prevention Grant Program (LEAP) - Team Award American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.7M The Leukemia Exploration and Prevention Grant Program (LEAP) aims to advance cancer interception and prevention for patients with RUNX1 familial platelet disorder (RUNX1-FPD).	Not published	Up to $1.7M
BMSS Best Trainee Abstract Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · $500 The BMSS Best Trainee Abstract Award, presented by the Society of Toxicology, recognizes the best biologically-based computational modeling abstract at the SOT Annual Meeting.	Not published	$500
Learning Engineering Tools Competition Grant Tools Competition · Foundation Not published · Varies The Learning Engineering Tools Competition is a significant funding opportunity aimed at fostering educational technology innovations. It seeks to leverage digital tools, big data, and learning science to improve learner outcomes globally.	Not published	Varies
Nursing Research Competition Delaware Health Sciences Alliance LLC · Foundation Not published · Varies A specialized research competition focused on nursing research conducted through the Delaware Health Sciences Alliance.	Not published	Varies
Integrative Research Joint Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) Program Gateway for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers Grant Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers, sponsored by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, supports international scholars in advancing their research in Germany.	Not published	Varies
Wayne F. Placek Grants American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Wayne F. Placek Grants, established by the American Psychological Foundation, aim to enhance the public's understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues and alleviate associated stresses.	Not published	Up to $15K
ZF Grants Zcash Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K	Rolling	Up to $500K
Heiser Program for Research in Leprosy The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York Community Trust’s (The Trust) Heiser Program for Research in Leprosy (Heiser Program) was established by the will of Dr. Victor G. Heiser, an American physician and researcher who spent his professional life studying and…	Not published	Varies

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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 6,433 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,616 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 (90), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,433 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 645 have a published upcoming deadline, 922 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,806 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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