Grants for Science Teachers

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 109 active grants for science teachers in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 66 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 109; from 78 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $1,575–$10K
Total listed funding: $2.7M; across 66 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 1; 11 with a published date

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Career Achievement in Green Chemistry Education Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Career Achievement in Green Chemistry Education award recognizes educators who have significantly influenced the integration of green chemistry and sustainability into curriculum over their careers.	Not published	Up to $8K
Ride to the Wild Fund Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ride to the Wild Fund Grant, established by Bill and Melissa Zielinski, supports Humboldt County K-12 teachers by covering transportation costs for educational field trips to local natural areas.	Not published	Varies
Denari Science Education Scholarship Westfield Washington Edu Dev Founda · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship available to support students pursuing science education.	Not published	Varies
The Shell Science Teaching Award Grant National Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · $10K The Shell Science Teaching Award, a collaboration between Shell USA, Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), honors an exceptional K-12 classroom teacher who significantly influences students, their school, and the…	Not published	$10K
George C. Pimentel Award in Chemical Education Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The George C. Pimentel Award in Chemical Education honors exceptional contributions to the field of chemical education, promoting the training of professional chemists and public enlightenment.	Not published	Up to $8K
2027 Iowa STEM Teacher Award Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Robert A. Platt Scholarship for the Sciences United Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Biochemical Society: Scientific Outreach Grants Biochemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £5,000 The Biochemical Society offers Scientific Outreach Grants to enhance public engagement in molecular biosciences.	Not published	Up to £5,000
Science Teacher Award Grant Native Plant Society of New Mexico · Foundation Not published · $500 The Science Teacher Award, provided by the Native Plant Society of New Mexico, honors dedicated grade 6-12 science teachers who effectively teach about plants and plant science.	Not published	$500
Science Fair Clear Creek Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies CCEF supports science fair initiatives within CCISD as part of its Affinity Programs. Limited information available in provided materials.	Not published	Varies
STEM Teacher and Researcher (STAR) Program Seti Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies A summer research program for aspiring and early career science teachers. Participants conduct authentic research while learning to translate research experience into classroom practice.	Not published	Varies
Draelos Science Scholars Program High Point Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program for science students administered by the High Point Community Foundation. Program has been operating for at least ten years as of 2024.	Not published	Varies
Teacher of the Year Award Rocky Mountain Section American Assoc of Petroleum Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition for a teacher in the Rocky Mountain Section area that exhibits excellence in teaching earth science and the understanding of earth's resources.	Not published	Varies
Neurocrine Biosciences SD2 STEM Educators Award San Diego Squared · Foundation Not published · $5K The award is motivated by SD2's desire to invest in educators as a catalyst to illuminating a path into STEM for students with untapped potential.	Not published	$5K
CGC scholarship: Brooklyn Botanic Garden Grant The City Garden Clubs of New York · Foundation Not published · $375 The CGC scholarship provides Pre-K to grade 12 teachers with an opportunity to explore the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and gain insights into the role of plants in our ecosystem.	Not published	$375
Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program Grant The Camille and Henry Dreyfus · Foundation Not published · $75K The Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program supports early-career faculty in the chemical sciences at undergraduate institutions.	Not published	$75K
BioLEAP Classroom Grant National Anti-Vivisection Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The BioLEAP Classroom Grant, funded by the National Anti Vivisection Society, provides educators with up to $1,000 to purchase humane anatomy models, replacing traditional animal dissection methods.	Not published	Up to $1K
Partners in Science Grant Program M J Murdock Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $15K The Partners in Science Grant Program, funded by the M J Murdock Charitable Trust, connects secondary school science teachers with research mentors to enhance their teaching and research skills.	Not published	$15K
IOWA STEM TEACHER EXTERNSHIP Grant Iowa STEM Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Iowa STEM Teacher Externship program connects secondary STEM educators with local workplaces to enhance their teaching practices.	Not published	Up to $5K
MG Eugene C. Renzi, USA (Ret.) STEM Teachers Scholarship Grant Afcea · Foundation Not published · $3K The MG Eugene C. Renzi, USA (Ret.) STEM Teachers Scholarship, funded by AFCEA and ManTech International, offers $2,500 annually to support U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing graduate-level education in STEM teaching for grades…	Not published	$3K
The Muskingum Area Teachers of Mathematics Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Muskingum Area Teachers of Mathematics Scholarship, funded by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, supports aspiring mathematics educators in Muskingum and surrounding counties.	Not published	Varies
ACS Award for Encouraging Underrepresented and Economically Disadvantaged Students into Careers in the Chemical Sciences Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $17K The ACS Award for Encouraging Underrepresented and Economically Disadvantaged Students into Careers in the Chemical Sciences recognizes individuals who inspire students from diverse backgrounds to pursue careers in chemical sciences and…	Not published	Up to $17K
STEM Teachers Scholarship Afcea International · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for students pursuing a graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) subjects at a U.S. school in grades K-12.	Not published	Varies
Darrell Bowman Science Education Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Darrell Bowman Science Education Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Secondary Education with a focus on General Science Broadfield Teaching.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for science teachers

Grants for science teachers fund classroom projects, equipment, materials, and professional development that bring hands-on science learning to students. Many funders award grants directly to individual teachers, including the Toshiba America Foundation, which funds K-12 STEM classroom projects, and the crowdfunding platform DonorsChoose, which lets the public fund teacher-submitted requests. Science and education associations, corporate STEM programs, and local foundations round out the available funding.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for science teachers award?

Of the 109 grants for science teachers Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 66 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,575 and $10K. The largest is $600K. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for science teachers?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are American Chemical Society (14), National Science Teachers Association (5), Computer Science Teachers Association (4), American Physical Society (3), and Education (3). In all, 78 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science teachers due?

Of 109 grants listed, 1 accept applications on a rolling basis, 11 have a published upcoming deadline, 19 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 78 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for science teachers?

Science teachers can apply for grants that fund classroom equipment, lab supplies, project materials, and conference attendance or professional development. The Toshiba America Foundation funds innovative K-12 STEM classroom projects designed by teachers, and platforms like DonorsChoose let supporters fund specific classroom requests. Science education associations and corporate STEM programs offer additional teacher grants.

Who funds science teachers?

Funders include the Toshiba America Foundation, science and education associations, corporate STEM philanthropy from technology and engineering companies, and crowdfunding platforms such as DonorsChoose. Local community foundations and education foundations also fund science classrooms. These programs are generally separate from large federal formula grants, which flow to districts rather than to individual teachers.

Can individual science teachers apply directly?

Yes. Unlike most federal funding, many of these grants are designed for individual teachers or small teams to fund projects in their own classrooms. The Toshiba America Foundation, for example, funds projects created by one teacher or a small group, and DonorsChoose is built entirely around teacher-submitted requests. Confirm whether the funder requires school or principal sign-off before applying.

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