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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Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grants Vernier Science Education · Foundation Not published · $1K The Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grants support innovative K-12 and college educators in the U.S. who creatively use Vernier technology to engage students in hands-on STEM education.	Not published	$1K
Eugene P. Odum Award for Excellence in Ecology Education Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 – $1K Celebrates sustained, outstanding work in ecology education.	Not published	$700 – $1K
ACS Award for Achievement in Research for the Teaching and Learning of Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The ACS Award for Achievement in Research for the Teaching and Learning of Chemistry honors outstanding research that enhances our understanding of chemical pedagogy.	Not published	Up to $8K
Earthwatch Institute: Teach Earth- United States Fellowship Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Earthwatch Institute's Teach Earth Fellowship connects K-12 teachers with scientists through immersive research expeditions.	Not published	Varies
Helen M. Free Award for Public Outreach Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Helen M. Free Award for Public Outreach, established by the American Chemical Society, recognizes outstanding volunteer achievements in public outreach that enhance public appreciation for chemistry.	Not published	Up to $4K
Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation: Kit Grants The American Ceramic Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation offers Kit Grants for teachers and community members to enhance materials science education through outreach projects.	Not published	Varies
Student Outreach Awards Grant Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Student Outreach Awards, provided by the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium, aim to support K-12 educators and organizations in Arkansas by funding projects related to aerospace and STEM fields.	Not published	Up to $5K
Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grant The Pittsburg Conference (Pittcon) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grant (PCMNCG) supports small college science departments by providing grants for scientific equipment, teaching aids, and library materials.	Not published	Up to $10K
CCS High School Chemical Safety Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The CCS High School Chemical Safety Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society, aims to enhance chemical safety in secondary education.	Not published	Up to $3K
RSC Teacher Training Scholarship Grant Friends of the Royal Society of Chemistry Inc · Foundation Not published · £31,000 The RSC Teacher Training Scholarship offers a tax-free funding of £30,000 to aspiring chemistry teachers in England for the 2024/25 academic year.	Not published	£31,000
2026 STEM Teacher Externships Educator Application Education · State Not published · $540K	Not published	$540K
ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant provides up to $2,500 to support high school chemistry teachers in the U.S. as they pursue professional development opportunities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Lindsey Fields Allied Health Education Award Grant National Association of Biology Teachers · Foundation Not published · $500 Since its establishment in 1938, the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) has been the recognized "leader in life science education." Thousands of educators have joined NABT to share experiences and expertise with colleagues…	Not published	$500
Nuvance Health Taconic IPA Science Education Grants Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Nuvance Health Taconic IPA Science Education Grants aim to enhance science education for secondary teachers in Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Dan and Hope Rigel Educational Grant Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Dan and Hope Rigel Educational Grant supports high school educators in promoting geology and paleontology education.	Not published	Up to $1K
Jonathan F. Reichert & Barbara Wolff-Reichert Award for Excellence in Advanced Laboratory Instruction Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K Easily learn more about the Jonathan F. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Jun 2026.	Not published	$5K
James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching, awarded by the American Chemical Society, recognizes exceptional high school chemistry teachers in the U.S. This prestigious award includes a $5,000 grant and a certificate…	Not published	$5K
Lynn W. Williams Natural Science Education Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Lynn W. Williams Natural Science Education Fund for Girls Grant aims to support underprivileged girls through experiential STEM education.	Not published	$250 – $500
Margaret Thorne-Dilley Scholarship for Science Teachers Scholarship Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Beckley Area Foundation exists to inspire and facilitate generous charitable giving that advances our community. The Beckley Area Foundation is committed to enriching lives and strengthening communities across Southern West Virginia.	Not published	Varies
ACS Award for Encouraging Women Into Careers in the Chemical Sciences Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $17K The ACS Award for Encouraging Women Into Careers in the Chemical Sciences recognizes individuals who promote women's interests in chemistry, fostering their professional development.	Not published	Up to $17K
Greening STEM Grants National Environmental Education and Training Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies In Spring 2025, the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) will collaborate with PPG Foundation (PPG) to select a cohort of Greening STEM projects from the PPG communities of Cleveland, OH, Greensboro, NC, and Huntsville, AL.	Not published	Varies
AAPT Barbara Lotze Scholarships for Future Teachers Grant American Association of Physics Teachers · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The AAPT Barbara Lotze Scholarships support future high school physics teachers in the U.S. Eligible applicants are undergraduate students or high school seniors preparing for a career in physics education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award for New Teachers Grant National Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award for New Teachers supports K-12 educators in their first five years of teaching by providing up to $1,000 for attending the National Conference on Science Education.	Not published	Up to $1K
PHF TEAMS (Paul Hsu Foundation Teaching Excellence Awards in Math and Science) Hsu Family Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Paul Hsu Foundation Teaching Excellence Awards in Math and Science (PHF TEAMS) is a program designed to recognize excellence in the teaching of STEM education at the high school level.	Not published	$5K

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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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