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. 3,619 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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Research Grants Program The Andrew McDonough B Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funded Research Topics (examples from current portfolio): The B+ Foundation supports innovative research aimed at improving outcomes for children with cancer.	Not published	Varies
AFSP Pilot Innovation Grants American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K AFSP Pilot Innovation Grants provide seed funding to investigators at any level for new feasibility-stage projects (e.g. manual development, new biomarker development) with potential to lead to larger investigations.	Not published	Up to $50K
North Central Soybean Research Grant Program (NCSRP) North Central Soybean Research Program (NCSRP) · Foundation Not published · $70K – $450K The North Central Soybean Research Grant Program (NCSRP) aims to enhance soybean production through collaborative research and outreach.	Not published	$70K – $450K
Comcast Innovation Fund: Targeted Research Grants The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Comcast Innovation Fund was created to support technology and public policy research that contributes to the betterment of the Internet, and the continued evolution of connectivity products and services.	Not published	Varies
Rita Allen Foundation: Scholars Award in Pain Grant Rita Allen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K The Rita Allen Foundation: Scholars Award in Pain supports early-career researchers in basic pain science.	Not published	$150K
Support for Specific Services Portland Va Research Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $5K Provides funds for eligible unfunded or underfunded VA investigators to purchase specific services that would likely lead to new funding.	Rolling	$5K
Pediatric Cardiology Research Fellowship Award Children's Heart Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A research fellowship award program supporting pediatric cardiology research.	Not published	Varies
Betty Mayne Scientific Research Fund for Earth Sciences Grant The Linnean Society of New South Wales · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Betty Mayne Scientific Research Fund for Earth Sciences supports original research projects in earth sciences, particularly those with an Australian context.	Not published	Up to $3K
Wallace H. Coulter Award for Lifetime Achievement in Hematology Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wallace H. Coulter Award for Lifetime Achievement in Hematology is the American Society of Hematology's highest honor, recognizing individuals for their significant contributions to education, research, and practice in hematology.	Not published	Varies
Skutch Research Grants Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Skutch Research Grants provide funding for researchers based in Latin America, replacing the previous Bergstrom Grant. This initiative, supported by Dr. Alexander Skutch's bequest, aims to promote research on Neotropical ornithology.	Not published	Up to $2K
Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) Grants: ANS/AAO-HNSF Herbert Silverstein Otology/Neurotology Research Award American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) Grants, supported by the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation and the American Neurotology Society, aim to promote research in otolaryngology.	Not published	Up to $25K
Lizanell and Colbert Coldwell Foundation Grant Lizanell and Colbert Coldwell Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lizanell and Colbert Coldwell Foundation Grant provides funding to support institutions or associations focused on advancing medical research in Texas.	Not published	Varies
BCRFA Innovation Awards Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Ala · Foundation Not published · $50K Seed grants designed to support new investigators to explore innovative ideas in breast cancer research.	Not published	$50K
Julie Herzig Desnick Endowment for Archaeological Field Surveys Grant Archaeological Institute of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Julie Herzig Desnick Endowment for Archaeological Field Surveys, managed by the Archaeological Institute of America, supports archaeologists in initiating innovative survey projects worldwide.	Not published	Up to $5K
ASPB Travel Awards (Plant Biology annual meeting) American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Varies ASPB Travel Awards competitively fund early-career scientists (undergrads, grad students, postdocs, pre-tenure faculty, professionals starting in plant science) in financial need to attend the ASPB Plant Biology annual meeting; broadening…	Not published	Varies
Breakthrough T1D- Innovative Awards Grant Breakthrough T1D · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Breakthrough T1D Innovative Awards provide seed funding for groundbreaking research aimed at transforming the understanding and treatment of type 1 diabetes.	Not published	Up to $200K
David S. Lee Fund for the Conservation of Caribbean Birds Birdscaribbean · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2016 in honor of David S. Lee (1943–2014), a naturalist and conservation biologist and early member of BirdsCaribbean (then the Society of Caribbean Ornithology).	Not published	Varies
Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation Grant Robert & Toni Bader Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation, established in 2010, supports projects that align with Jewish ideals in education, science, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Jim Smith Endowment Fund Grant Ohio Cichlid Association · Foundation Not published · $3K The Jim Smith Endowment Fund Grant, established by the Ohio Cichlid Association in 2003, aims to promote cichlid and catfish research, education, and conservation. It honors Jim Smith, a dedicated board member.	Not published	$3K
FiO + LS Incubic Milton Chang Travel Grant OSA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The FiO + LS Incubic Milton Chang Travel Grant, funded by the Optica Foundation, offers seven $1,000 grants to support students presenting papers at the Frontiers in Optics + Laser Science conference.	Not published	$1K
CP Clinical Research Grant American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Membership reviews take 2-3 weeks once a completed application is received (including all required documents and payment).	Not published	Varies
Claude Duthuit Archaeology Grant Institute of Nautical Archaeology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Claude Duthuit Archaeology Grant supports nautical archaeology research and fieldwork projects. The grant has been awarded annually to support worthy archaeological projects.	Not published	Varies
Oligonucleotide Therapeutic Society: Travel Grants Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society provides Travel Grants aimed at exceptional doctorate graduate students and post-doctoral researchers.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Wahba Visiting Scholar in Economics The Everglades Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Everglades Foundation has established its first named visiting scholar position in economics, made possible by an endowment gift from Board Member Dr. Sadek Wahba, a globally recognized leader in infrastructure investment and economic…	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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