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. 418 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,619 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,434; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.4M; across 3,619 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 631 with a published date

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HESI Propose a Project Grant Health and Environmental Sciences Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The HESI Emerging Issues Proposals invite suggestions for critical scientific topics affecting human or environmental health.	Not published	Varies
Faculty- Beta Sigma Kappa Research Fellowship Grant American Academy of Optometry Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K The Faculty- Beta Sigma Kappa Research Fellowship, awarded annually by the American Academy of Optometry Foundation, supports early-career optometric and vision science faculty and residents.	Not published	$4K
2026 Hope APFED/AAAAI Grant The American Academy of Allergy Asthma · Foundation Not published · $140K	Not published	$140K
MinSouth Student Sponsorship Grant Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining · Foundation Not published · Up to £1,000 The MinSouth Student Sponsorship offers up to £1,000 to final year undergraduate students pursuing degrees in geology, mining engineering, engineering geology, or mineral processing.	Not published	Up to £1,000
Enhancing the Flavor of Plant-based & Fermentation-derived Proteins RFA Grant The Good Food Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $400K – $500K Enhancing the Flavor of Plant-based & Fermentation-derived Proteins As global demand for protein continues to rise, this funding opportunity can help diversify protein sources, strengthen the sustainability of food and agriculture supply…	Not published	$400K – $500K
Graduate Education Fund: Specialty Field Scholarships - United States Studies Centre Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · $40K The Graduate Education Fund offers the United States Studies Centre Postdoctoral Fellowship for American citizens or permanent residents pursuing research in humanities and social sciences at the University of Sydney.	Not published	$40K
Three-year NOMIS–STRI Postdoctoral Fellowships in Sociality in the Tropics Grant Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $225K The Three-year NOMIS–STRI Postdoctoral Fellowships in Sociality in the Tropics offer a unique opportunity for outstanding behavioral biologists to conduct research on sociality in Panama's diverse ecosystems.	Not published	Up to $225K
Shackleton Academic Scholarship Programme Grant Shackleton Scholarship Fund · Foundation Not published · Approximately £1,600 The Shackleton Academic Scholarship Programme honors Sir Ernest Shackleton's legacy by supporting graduates conducting research in the natural, physical, or social sciences in the Falkland Islands or South Georgia.	Not published	Approximately £1,600
Collaborative Research Development Grant The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $900K The Collaborative Research Development Grant from the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance aims to support innovative research projects focused on ovarian and related gynecologic cancers.	Not published	Up to $900K
AFSP Standard Research Innovation Grants American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K AFSP Standard Research Innovation Grants fund individual investigators at any level for suicide or suicide-prevention research. Up to $125,000 over 2 years.	Not published	Up to $125K
Elva Knight Research Grant International Literacy Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Elva Knight Research Grant, offered by the International Literacy Association, provides funding up to $5,000 for innovative research in literacy and reading practices.	Not published	Up to $5K
Scholarship Program Florida Foundation for Responsible Angling Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships support aquatic science students working to improve our understanding of Florida's waters. These scholarships promote quality research that benefits Florida's aquatic resource protection and restoration.	Not published	Varies
Peter R. Stettenheim Service Award Grant American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peter R. Stettenheim Service Award, established by the American Ornithological Society in 2018, honors individuals who have made significant contributions to ornithology and the society.	Not published	Varies
Funding Opportunity to Collect Additional Observations that Address Identified Environmental Concerns Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association (SECOORA) invites proposals for research projects that address identified environmental concerns within the Southeast US region through collection of additional observations.	Not published	$5K – $30K
National Endowment for Plastic Surgery Grant Plastic Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The National Endowment for Plastic Surgery Grant, provided by the Plastic Surgery Foundation, offers funding up to $50,000 for research projects that aim to translate scientific findings into practical advancements in patient care.	Not published	Up to $50K
NBI Small Research Grants Program Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The NBI Small Research Grants Program aims to enhance understanding of biodiversity on Nantucket and surrounding islands.	Not published	Up to $4K
DIPG: Game Changer Grant Chadtough Defeat Dipg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The ChadTough Defeat DIPG Game Changer Grant aims to support innovative research projects focused on DIPG/DMG, providing up to $600,000 over three years.	Not published	Up to $600K
Rehoboth Lakes Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 Foundation began in 1986 when community leaders realized the need for a permanent source of funding to provide for Delaware’s current and future needs.	Not published	$250 – $500
AABCF Research Grants Aabc Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The AABCF Research Grants, offered by the American Association of Birth Centers Foundation, provide funding up to $5,000 for research projects focused on the birth center model of care.	Not published	Up to $5K
Drug Screening Program Chordoma Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Drug Screening Program enables researchers and pharmaceutical companies to test promising drugs in chordoma cell and mouse models at a fraction of the time and cost of conducting such studies independently.	Rolling	Varies
P&G Pet Care Wildlife Conservation Scholarship Zoological Society of Cincinnati · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship program provides hands-on scientific training to veterinary students interested in wildlife conservation research.	Not published	Varies
BES: Connecting Ecologists with Other Disciplines Grant British Ecological Society (BES) · Foundation Not published · Up to £20,000 The BES: Connecting Ecologists with Other Disciplines Grant offers up to £20,000 for PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and early career ecologists to gain interdisciplinary experience.	Not published	Up to £20,000
ASTR Po-Hsien Chu International Scholar Award Fund Grant American Society for Theatre Research · Foundation Not published · $1K The ASTR Po-Hsien Chu International Scholar Award Fund aims to support international scholars facing unique challenges in the U.S. due to their visa status.	Not published	$1K
Will Mitchell Dissertation Research Grant (WMDRG) Program Strategic Management Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports dissertation research by doctoral candidates in strategic management.	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 6,434 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 3,619 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 (103), U.S. National Science Foundation (89), 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 6,434 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 631 have a published upcoming deadline, 919 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,824 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 43% 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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