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SPE Thermoforming Division Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

August 1, 2026

115 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SPE Thermoforming Division Grants

Funder: SPE Foundation

Overview: Provides matching funds for thermoforming equipment and related technology.

Geographic Scope: Not specified; appears to be international given SPE's global reach

Focus Areas: Matching funds for:

  • Forming equipment

  • Auxiliary equipment

  • Retrofitted controls or ovens for existing machines

  • Trimming equipment

  • Software

    • Eligible Institutions: Educational institutions and organizations that benefit from thermoforming equipment

    Award Type: Matching funds (requires institutional match)

    Award Frequency: Three deadlines per year

  • Deadlines: January 1, April 1, August 1

  • Awards granted: April 1, October 1, January 1 (presumed based on other grant cycles)

    • What They Do NOT Fund:

  • Advertising for benefit or courtesy purposes

  • Capital or building campaigns

  • Debt reduction

  • Endowments or endowment campaigns

  • For-profit entities

  • Fundraising drives or events

  • General operating expenses including salaries, instructional costs and/or activities

  • Individuals

  • Loans

  • Memorials

  • Organizations that limit membership or services based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, age or national origin

  • Organizations that might conflict with SPE

  • Organizations whose chief purpose is to influence legislation or participate in political campaigns

  • Religious or sectarian programs for religious purposes

  • Scholarships other than SPE's own programs

  • Meals, snacks or refreshments

    • Contact: foundation@4spe.org

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