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 state and 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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US-Japan Program Postdoctoral Fellowships Grant Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University · Foundation Not published · $66K The US-Japan Program Postdoctoral Fellowships offer a unique opportunity for scholars focusing on US-Japan relations and Japanese domestic issues.	Not published	$66K
Edward B. and Phyllis E. Reed Research Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Edward B. and Phyllis E. Reed Research Fellowship supports research on North American freshwater copepods, funded by a donation from Dr. Edward Reed.	Not published	Up to $12K
INS SLC Student Research Awards International Neuropsychological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies In conjunction with the INS Program Committee, the INS Student Liaison Committee (SLC) recognizes five outstanding students at each meeting of the Society for their meritorious abstract submissions.	Not published	Varies
PKD Research Grants PKD Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $160K The PKD Foundation seeks applications for research grants aimed at improving outcomes for patients with autosomal dominant and recessive polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD and ARPKD).	Not published	Up to $160K
Marlène F. Johnson Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian Science Grant Marlene F Johnson Memorial Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Marlène F. Johnson Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian Science offers grants up to $20,000 for scholarly projects focusing on Christian Science history, teaching, and practice.	Not published	Up to $20K
NASPGHAN Foundation/APGNN Susan Moyer Research Grant North American Society for Pediatric Gas Troenterology Hepatology & Nutrition Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The NASPGHAN Foundation/APGNN Susan Moyer Research Grant supports impactful research and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing nursing care for children with gastrointestinal and nutritional disorders.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Uplifting Athletes - Researcher Travel Program National Niemann-Pick Disease · Foundation Not published · Varies Assist with travel expenses for rare disease researchers and professional students with an interest in the rare disease field	Not published	Varies
AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship Grant American Meteorological Society (AMS) · Foundation Not published · $5K The AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship, offered by the American Meteorological Society, supports high school students aiming to study atmospheric and related sciences.	Not published	$5K
Upper Extremity Exoskeleton Research Grant - NJIT & Talem Technologies The Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy Research Inc · Foundation Not published · $600K This grant represents the next phase of PPMD's Robotics Initiative, funding a partnership between the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and Talem Technologies.	Not published	$600K
Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Grant Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Grant supports U.S. public charities dedicated to advancing aviation science and technology through research and development of improved aircraft.	Not published	Varies
George A. Bartholomew Award Grant Society for Integrative & Comparative · Foundation Not published · Varies The George A. Bartholomew Award recognizes a young investigator for outstanding contributions to comparative physiology and biochemistry.	Not published	Varies
Short-Term Resident Research Fellowships Grant American Philosophical Society · Foundation Not published · $3K – $9K The American Philosophical Society offers Short-Term Resident Research Fellowships, providing 1 to 3 months of support for researchers needing access to its extensive collections.	Not published	$3K – $9K
One Mind Rising Star Basic Research Award One Mind · Foundation Not published · Varies This award recognizes promising early-career scientists conducting basic research that contributes to understanding brain health and disease.	Not published	Varies
Randi J. Hagerman Summer Scholars Research Awards Grant The National Fragile X Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Randi J. Hagerman Summer Scholars Research Awards provide funding of up to $5,000 for summer research focused on Fragile X syndrome and related conditions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Civic Engagement Microgrant Program Researchamerica · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K	Not published	$1K – $4K
Randle Travel Bursary Grant Royal Forestry Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £1,200 The Randle Travel Bursary, generously provided by the Donald Randle Trust, offers financial support for members of the Royal Forestry Society to travel internationally and enhance their forestry knowledge.	Not published	Up to £1,200
Frank Morgan Jones Fund Foulkeways at Gwynedd · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Frank Morgan Jones Fund supports gerontological research at Penn Nursing. Foulkeways has been a staunch supporter since August 1989.	Not published	Up to $10K
Cannabis Research and Innovation Funding Opportunity (RIFO) Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that facilitate environmental sustainability of legal cannabis cultivation and addresses environmental impacts related to cannabis cultivation.	Not published	Varies
PCRF: Donor Designated Grant Programs Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF) offers Donor Designated Grant Programs aimed at funding innovative projects addressing childhood cancer.	Not published	Varies
Scleroderma Research Grant Program - Established Investigator Award Scleroderma Foundation Tri-State Inc Chapter · Foundation Not published · $200K The Foundation's peer-reviewed research grants program prioritizes scientific merit and provides funding for established investigators conducting scleroderma research.	Not published	$200K
Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Early Career Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $7K The Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Early Career Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, supports innovative psychological research focused on trauma and the experiences of marginalized individuals.	Not published	$7K
F.O.E. Charity Foundation Grants Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 416 · Foundation Not published · From $100	Not published	From $100
P. E. MacAllister Fieldwork Participation Scholarships Grant American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · $2K The P. E. MacAllister Scholarships for Fieldwork Participation, offered by the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR), provide $2,000 scholarships to support ASOR members and students in archaeological fieldwork.	Not published	$2K
Lawrence C. Fuller, Jr. Memorial Diabetic Fund Grant Fuller Lawernce C Jr Mem Diab FD · Foundation Not published · $10K – $15K The Lawrence C. Fuller, Jr. Memorial Diabetic Fund Grant aims to support organizations conducting research and educational programs on diabetes and hypoglycemia.	Not published	$10K – $15K

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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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