Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 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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Clinician Scientist Development Award in Myasthenia Gravis Grant Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $240K The Clinician Scientist Development Award in Myasthenia Gravis is a prestigious grant aimed at supporting early-career researchers focused on clinical and translational studies in myasthenia gravis.	Not published	Up to $240K
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Matter-to-Life Grant Alfred P Sloan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation's Matter-to-Life Grant aims to advance research that explores the physical principles distinguishing living systems from inanimate matter.	Not published	Varies
Climate & Biodiversity Initiative Grant BNP Paribas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €800,000 As a major player and expert in corporate philanthropy since 1984, the BNP Paribas Foundation focuses its philanthropic activities on two key priorities: innovation and youth.	Not published	Up to €800,000
Equine Behavior Grants- Pilot Study Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Request For Proposals: Equine Behavior- Behavior and welfare of wild or domesticated horses This grant is being funded by Dr. Wendy Koch, who has supported Morris Animal Foundation for 30 years, making her first gift to support animal…	Not published	Varies
Louisville Institute: Dissertation Fellowship Grant Louisville Institute · Foundation Not published · $35K The Louisville Institute's Dissertation Fellowship provides $35,000 to Ph.D. and Th.D. students in the final year of dissertation writing, focusing on Christian faith and related disciplines.	Not published	$35K
Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society: Academic Research Scholarship Grant Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society offers an Academic Research Scholarship aimed at supporting students pursuing wildlife biology.	Not published	Up to $2K
AFBS Nemaline Myopathy Research Grants (RFA) A Foundation Building Strength Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K A Foundation Building Strength invests in high-impact, strategically aligned research to accelerate therapeutic development for Nemaline Myopathy (NM).	Not published	Up to $100K
HHF: Emerging Research Grant (ERG) Hearing Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Hearing Health Foundation's Emerging Research Grants (ERG) program supports innovative research in hearing and balance, providing up to $50,000 per year for promising projects.	Not published	Up to $100K
AGA: Research Scholar Award Grant American Gastroenterological Association · Foundation Not published · $300K The AGA Research Scholar Award offers $100,000 per year for three years to early-career faculty in digestive disease research. Applicants must hold an MD or PhD and be in a full-time faculty position in North America.	Not published	$300K
MDx Impact Grants Springer Nature Limited · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The MDx Impact Grants, sponsored by Springer Nature Limited, aim to enhance access to PCR-based diagnostic tests that can significantly improve patient outcomes.	Not published	Up to $600K
Fletcher Scholars Program Cancer Research Foundation - Chicago Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies Limited information available from the provided website content.	Not published	Varies
Rawley Foundation Grant The Rawley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rawley Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Texas, focusing on diverse program areas such as arts and culture, education, health and medical research, and community development.	Not published	Varies
National Speleological Society: Research Grant National Speleological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The National Speleological Society (NSS) offers Research Grants to its members for cave-related studies in natural and social sciences, as well as the humanities.	Not published	Up to $2K
AASP Community Outreach Grant Association for Applied Sport · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The AASP Community Outreach Grant funds projects that incorporate evidence-based practice and support local community initiatives congruent with AASP's mission; budgets between $250 and a maximum of $5,000 (total $5,000/year).	Not published	$250 – $5K
Dr. A. Jean Ayres Occupational Therapy Doctoral Candidate Research Scholarship The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Support an outstanding emerging OT scientist conducting research pursuant to their dissertation plan. Builds evidence in sensory integration and sensory processing, and helps increase the visibility of occupational therapy in these fields.	Not published	$5K
ESA Research Fellowship in Space Science Grant European Space Agency (ESA) · Foundation Not published · Approximately €60,000 The ESA Research Fellowship in Space Science offers early-career scientists and engineers a unique opportunity to conduct independent research across various fields such as heliophysics and astrophysics.	Not published	Approximately €60,000
NCA Research Cultivation Grants National Communication Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program listed among NCA's professional development opportunities. Specific details about award amounts, focus areas, and eligibility criteria were not provided in the available website content.	Not published	Varies
LCFA/IASLC Translational Research Grants in Thoracic Oncology International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The LCFA/IASLC Translational Research Grants in Thoracic Oncology support early-career researchers aiming to enhance lung cancer treatment and care.	Not published	Up to $200K
R. Harold Burton Foundation Grants Robert Harold Burton Private Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The R. Harold Burton Foundation offers grants to tax-exempt organizations in the greater Salt Lake area, focusing on education, science, literacy, and health services.	Not published	Varies
Freda Maytag Grace Crawford Trust Grant Freda Maytag Grace Crawford Tr · Foundation Not published · Varies The Freda Maytag Grace Crawford Trust Grant provides funding for charitable purposes aimed at improving health and education related to tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases in Colorado Springs, Colorado.	Not published	Varies
ACS-ASTRO Felix Feng, MD Clinician Scientist Development Award Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · $729K The ACS-ASTRO Felix Feng, MD Clinician Scientist Development Award supports practicing radiation oncologists engaged in research that enhances health across the cancer continuum.	Not published	$729K
Children's Heart Foundation / Izak Szymczak Research Fund Award Children's Heart Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Children's Heart Foundation, partnering with the Izak Szymczak Research Fund, issues an RFA for the Izak Szymczak Research Fund Award — $100,000 per year for two years — supporting research on durable mechanical support in patients…	Not published	Up to $100K
Cottrell SEED: Exceptional Opportunities Grant Research Corporation dba Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Cottrell SEED: Exceptional Opportunities grant supports high-impact research activities for Cottrell Scholars and Holland Award recipients.	Not published	Up to $60K
Avina Stiftung Grant Avina Stiftung · Foundation Not published · Varies The Avina Stiftung Grant supports sustainable change in the food system by focusing on healthy nutrition through research, public knowledge transfer, and innovative products.	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 9, 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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