Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,434 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. 3,617 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,434; from 2,029 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.5M; across 3,617 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 646 with a published date

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SBIR/STTR Funding Programs Central Maine Growth Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Central Maine Growth Council provides information and support for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) federal funding programs.	Not published	Varies
APSA Foundation Education Grant American Pediatric Surgical Association Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The APSA Foundation Education Grant funds pediatric-surgery education initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Peridot Foundation Grant Peridot Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peridot Foundation Grant aims to enhance the welfare of the Hebron, Connecticut community by supporting local charitable organizations. This includes funding for children's programs, public safety initiatives, and community services.	Not published	Varies
David M. Rubenstein Fellowship Program The Brookings Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rubenstein Fellowship program, originally announced in 2017, is supported by a generous gift from Brookings Trustee David M. Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chief executive officer of the Carlyle Group.	Not published	Varies
Summer Internships - Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Friends of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge · Foundation Not published · Varies When funding is available, the Friends of Malheur sponsors student interns who assist Refuge staff in conducting field research and visitor services projects.	Not published	Varies
Audubon Society- Small Grants For Field Study Projects Santa Monica Bay Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · $550 The Audubon Society offers small grants for field study projects, aimed at reimbursing undergraduate and graduate students for project-related expenses.	Not published	$550
ASMBS Research Grants (funded by TREO Foundation) American Society for Metabolic · Foundation Not published · Varies TREO Foundation, in partnership with ASMBS, sponsors scientific research grants on bariatric/metabolic surgical procedures and improvement of post-surgical outcomes (active grantees each year, e.g. 2025 Caitlin Smith, Nicholas Sketch; open…	Not published	Varies
Health Policy Research Scholars Grant The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K – $120K The Health Policy Research Scholars program, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, aims to develop leadership among doctoral students from diverse, nonclinical disciplines.	Not published	$30K – $120K
Arizona Discovery Boost Grants American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $297K The Arizona Discovery Boost Grants, in partnership with the American Cancer Society, aim to enhance cancer research in Arizona by funding innovative, high-risk projects.	Not published	Up to $297K
RTFCCR-MRA Team Science Awards on Improving the Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Risk of Melanoma Stratification Grant Melanoma Research Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $900K The RTFCCR-MRA Team Science Awards aim to enhance early detection and diagnosis of melanoma through patient-engaged clinical validation studies or pilot trials.	Not published	Up to $900K
Alternative Protein Research Grants The Good Food Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Good Food Institute offers Alternative Protein Research Grants aimed at supporting innovative projects in the plant-based, fermentation-derived, and cultivated meat industries.	Not published	Up to $300K
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows Grant The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $175K The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows program offers a unique opportunity for exceptional midcareer professionals to engage in health policy and science in Washington, D.C. This comprehensive fellowship emphasizes a…	Not published	Up to $175K
Marcia and Otto Koehler Foundation Grant Marcia & Otto Koehler Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Marcia and Otto Koehler Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) public charities focused on medical research, arts promotion, and youth development in San Antonio. Eligible organizations must skip one grant cycle before reapplying.	Not published	$5K – $20K
The John P. McGovern Science and Society Award Grant Sigma Xi · Foundation Not published · $15K The John P. McGovern Science and Society Award, established in 1984, honors scientists and engineers whose work extends beyond research to impact society positively.	Not published	$15K
A-T Children's Project Research Grant Program Ataxia Telangiectasia Children's Project Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $75K The A-T Children's Project awards translational and clinical research grants related to ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T), one or two years in length, at a maximum total direct cost of $75,000 per year; funds must be used 100% for direct project…	Rolling	Up to $75K
SDB Meeting Grant Society for Developmental Biology · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to help defray costs of meetings organized by SDB members.	Not published	Varies
Research Grants (Interim and Directed) Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
EXPAND Exploratory Studies Grant Program Translational Research Institute for Space Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The EXPAND Exploratory Studies Grant Program, part of TRISH, aims to fund scientific studies for commercial spaceflight applications.	Not published	Up to $300K
Pauchon Foundation Grant The Alphonse J Pauchon Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Project applications are welcome throughout the year. There are two application cycle per Year.	Not published	Varies
AIM Funded Research AIM Youth Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies AIM Youth Mental Health funds groundbreaking clinical research focused on youth mental health disorders and early intervention. As of the content date, AIM has invested nearly $4 million in groundbreaking research since 2014.	Not published	Varies
Marjorie Peace Lenn Research Award American International Recruitment · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Marjorie Peace Lenn Research Award (AIRC) encourages scholarly research on international education, student mobility, and recruitment.	Not published	Up to $1K
Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers Grant Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers, offered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, supports post-doctoral researchers from around the globe with above-average qualifications.	Not published	Varies
Mathilde Krim Fellowships in Biomedical Research Grant The Foundation for AIDS Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $180K The Mathilde Krim Fellowships in Biomedical Research, offered by amfAR, aim to support innovative postdoctoral researchers transitioning to independent careers in HIV/AIDS research.	Not published	Up to $180K
Wildlife Health (Reptile and Amphibian) - Established Investigator Grant Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Morris Animal Foundation invites Established Investigators to submit pre-proposals for research focused on reptile and amphibian health.	Not published	$100K

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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 6,434 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 3,617 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, 2,029 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,434 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 646 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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