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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OpenAI Cybersecurity Grant Program OpenAI Foundation fka OpenAI Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M The OpenAI Cybersecurity Grant Program aims to enhance defensive cybersecurity through AI, distributing $1M in grants. It seeks to empower defenders, measure AI capabilities, and elevate discourse in cybersecurity.	Not published	$10K – $1M
AWS Wildlife Ecology Research Scholarship Grant Australian Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The AWS Wildlife Ecology Research Scholarship, offered by the Australian Wildlife Society, supports Higher Degree by Research students focused on conserving Australia's native wildlife.	Not published	$5K
Early Career Research Development Grant Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The Early Career Research Development Grant from the Emergency Medicine Foundation supports early career faculty in developing comprehensive career plans and leading impactful research projects.	Not published	$150K
IWMF Pilot Clinical Trial Grants The International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The International Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia Foundation (IWMF) is a patient-founded and patient-driven, nonprofit organization that is dedicated to a simple but compelling vision and mission.	Not published	Up to $1M
PADI Grants Padi Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $12K The PADI Foundation supports research and education related to aquatic environments, funding projects that enhance understanding of ecosystems, diving physics, and responses to climate change impacts.	Not published	$5K – $12K
Michael Lundquist Grant to Advance MSA-C Research National Ataxia Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Michael Lundquist Grant to Advance MSA-C Research, funded by the National Ataxia Foundation, offers $50,000 for innovative research on Multiple System Atrophy-Cerebellar Type.	Not published	Up to $50K
SFP: Changemakers in Family Planning Grant Program Society of Family Planning Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Changemakers in Family Planning Grant Program aims to address institutionalized racism in the field of family planning by providing essential support to scholars of color.	Not published	Varies
APGA Tree Collecting Grants (Tree Gene Conservation Partnership) American Public Gardens Association · Foundation Not published · Varies APGA Tree Collecting Grants, awarded through the Plant Collections Network's Tree Gene Conservation Partnership with the US Forest Service, fund collaborative scouting/collecting projects targeting threatened tree species in the wild.	Not published	Varies
CIBA/YCC Young Scientist Travel Award Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The CIBA/YCC Young Scientist Travel Award supports young chemists under 40 years of age to attend ACS meetings.	Not published	Up to $1K
SAEMF/Global Emergency Medicine Academy (GEMA) Research Pilot Grant Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The SAEMF/GEMA Research Pilot Grant provides $10,000 to support junior researchers in international emergency medicine. The funding covers travel and minor research costs for participation in mentored projects with international partners.	Not published	$10K
Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant Dorothy a Ashcraft Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant offers financial support to nonprofit organizations in Janesville, WI. This grant focuses on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, education, and health research.	Not published	Varies
Carolyn L. Kuckein Student Research Fellowship Grant Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society · Foundation Not published · $7K The Carolyn L. Kuckein Student Research Fellowship, awarded by Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, supports first and second-year medical students conducting research over 2 to 12 months.	Not published	$7K
American Skin Association Research Scholar Award TSC Alliance Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K Bridge support funding for early-career dermatology investigators, relevant to researchers studying skin manifestations of TSC.	Not published	$60K
Repurposing Research for Chicago- Track 1- Investigator Groups Grant Partnership for Cures · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The 'Repurposing Research for Chicago - Track 1 – Health Equity' grant, offered by Cures Within Reach, aims to fund clinical repurposing trials addressing health disparities among underrepresented populations.	Not published	Up to $125K
Catalyst and DICES RFP Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Catalyst and DICES programs, managed by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), provide grants of up to $75,000 for early-stage climate technology projects.	Not published	Up to $75K
AASM Foundation Strategic Research Award American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Foundation Strategic Research Award program fosters health-services and patient-oriented research in sleep medicine to improve outcomes for patients with sleep disorders and demonstrate the…	Not published	Up to $250K
Wildlife Disease Association Student Poster Award Grant Wildlife Disease Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $350 The Wildlife Disease Association Student Poster Award recognizes outstanding student research in wildlife health, fostering the next generation of professionals.	Not published	$250 – $350
RMS-SEPM Scholarships: Edwin D. McKee Grant Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) · Foundation Not published · $2K The RMS-SEPM Scholarships, specifically the Edwin D. McKee Grant, provides $2,000 for undergraduate and graduate students conducting sedimentological research in the Rocky Mountain region.	Not published	$2K
DCMP Graduate Student Travel Awards American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Physical Society (APS) is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics through its outstanding research journals, scientific meetings, and education, outreach, advocacy, and…	Not published	Varies
Mozilla Open Source Support (MOSS) Mozilla Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $150K MOSS is an awards program that recognizes, celebrates, and supports open source projects that contribute to Mozilla's work and to the health of the Internet.	Not published	$5K – $150K
Olami JHealth Research Program Morasha Olami Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Research opportunities for aspiring Jewish healthcare professionals to participate in health-related research projects.	Not published	Varies
SAVC Research Seed Grant Society for Vascular Surgery · Foundation Not published · $10K The SAVC Research Seed Grant, offered by the Society for Vascular Surgery, aims to support innovative research in vascular health.	Not published	$10K
Documenting the Impact of US Policy and Legal Stressors on Contraceptive Care Grant Society of Family Planning · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Society of Family Planning invites research proposals to document the impact of US policy and legal stressors on contraceptive care, particularly for marginalized communities.	Not published	Up to $150K
Rare Epilepsy Partnership Award Grant Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Rare Epilepsy Partnership Award aims to advance research on rare epilepsies by funding the development of essential research tools, techniques, model systems, and data collection platforms.	Not published	Up to $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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