How much funding does Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge provide?

Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge provides $1,000 - $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge?

Eligible applicants: K-12 student teams from across the United States; Teams can be from public or private schools.

How often is Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge offered?

Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge runs on an annual cycle.

Space Medal of Honor Design Challenge

Charles H Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for K-12 Schools STEM Education Grants Grants for Science Research

Funding Amount

$1,000 - $10,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

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Eligible organizations

K-12 student teams from across the United States
Teams can be from public or private schools

Overview

Funder: Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center (supported by Dr. June Scobee Rodgers and sponsors including NASA, Lockheed Martin, and Nissan North America)

Geographic Scope: United States (K-12 student teams from across the nation)

Overview:
Inaugural design competition inviting K-12 student teams to design an exhibit for the Heritage Center's forthcoming Space Medal of Honor Gallery. The challenge combines STEM learning with Medal of Honor values and space exploration.

Program Details

Student teams take on the role of Museum Exhibit Designer
Create an exhibit concept for the Space Medal of Honor Gallery
First year received over 100 submissions
Multiple rounds of judging with final presentations at the Heritage Center
Judges include NASA officials, aerospace industry leaders, and Medal of Honor Recipients

Eligibility

K-12 student teams from across the United States
Teams can be from public or private schools

Focus Areas

STEM learning
Space sciences
Medal of Honor values: Patriotism, Citizenship, Courage, Integrity, Sacrifice, Commitment
Museum exhibit design
Space Medal of Honor Recipients (including Space Shuttle Commander Richard "Dick" Scobee)

Award Categories

Four winning teams selected with school awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000:

Elementary School Division: $1,000
Middle School Division: $5,000
High School Division: $10,000

Contact Information

Phone: (423) 877-2525
Email: Info@mohhc.org
Address: PO Box 11467, Chattanooga, TN 37401; 2 W Aquarium Way, Suite 104, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Website: www.MOHHC.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Step 1: Team Formation

Assemble K-12 student teams
Teams work collaboratively on exhibit design

Step 2: Design Development

Students apply design engineering process
Create exhibit design concept for Space Medal of Honor Gallery
Develop presentation materials

Step 3: Submission

Submit design materials (specific format not detailed in available information)
Multiple rounds of judging

Step 4: Final Round

Top 14 teams selected for final judging
In-person presentations at the Heritage Center
Judges evaluate based on creativity, design quality, and understanding of values

Judging Panel:

NASA officials (e.g., NASA Deputy Administrator)
Aerospace industry representatives (e.g., Lockheed Martin, Nissan North America)
Medal of Honor Recipients
Museum professionals

For more information and to apply:
Visit www.MOHHC.org or call (423) 877-2525

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