STEM Education Grants

Last updated October 26, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,735 active stem education grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 39 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 982 list an award amount, with a median of $8,350.

Grants tracked: 1,735; from 894 funders
Median award: $8,350; middle half $3,000–$24K
Total listed funding: $167.0M; across 982 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 23; 122 with a published date

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Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) STEM Grant, provided by the Minnesota Department of Education, aims to enhance student engagement in AP and IB programs focused on science, technology, engineering, and math…	Not published	Up to $75K
MBC STEM-H Community College Scholarship Mid-Atlantic Broadband Communities Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K Mid-Atlantic Broadband Communities Corporation	Not published	$5K – $20K
YES (Youth Engaged in Service) Fund Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada To strengthen our community through philanthropy and leadership by connecting people who care with causes that matter.	Not published	Varies
Central Ohio STEM Grant Battelle Memorial Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies We believe that quality STEM education is the best way for children to develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.	Not published	Varies
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Program Grants - Education The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - New Program (John Deere) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Computer Science program, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance STEM opportunities for underserved students in John Deere communities.	Not published	$10K
Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program aims to foster student involvement in creating and maintaining wildlife habitats. Projects can include establishing pollinator gardens or enhancing schoolyard habitats with native plants.	Not published	Up to $2K
Pentair Foundation Grants Pentair Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pentair Foundation, a corporate philanthropy initiative, focuses on creating sustainable communities through water solutions and STEM education.	Not published	Varies
Nathaniel Ellis Cannady, Jr. Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Nathaniel Ellis Cannady, Jr. Scholarship offers financial assistance to deserving students from Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison, McDowell, Rutherford, and Yancey counties pursuing careers in engineering or construction.	Not published	$5K
Betty and Glenn Tribe Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and…	Not published	$2K – $3K
Encantado Foundation Community-Based Grant The Encantado Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Encantado Foundation Community-Based Grant aims to empower underrepresented communities in STEM fields by providing funding opportunities of up to $5,000 for nonprofit organizations in Central and Northern New Mexico.	Not published	Up to $5K
Forge the Future Summer Camp Grant Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants awarded to organizations that wish to host a two-to-five-day Forge the Future Summer Camp.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering- New Program ( Georgia) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The PLTW Engineering program in Georgia aims to support public and charter schools lacking PLTW Engineering implementation. Eligible schools in specific counties can apply for a total grant of $35,000, disbursed over two years.	Not published	Up to $35K
Ho’omana Foundation Scholarship Fund Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hawai‘i Community Foundation is honored to provide a wealth of financial support to qualified students and nonprofit organizations throughout Hawai‘i.	Not published	Varies
Women in Engineering Grant Engineering Information Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Women in Engineering Grant aims to address gender disparity in the engineering workforce, where only 14% are women.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Student Freedom Loan Agreement (SFLA) Student Freedom Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $40K A private education loan designed as an income-contingent funding option for STEM majors at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs).	Not published	$20K – $40K
North Carolina Science Museums Grant North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The North Carolina Science Museums Grant provides over $2.4 million annually to support science museums across the state.	Not published	Up to $75K
JDF: FIRST Tech Challenge Grant John Deere Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Deere FIRST Tech Challenge grant supports teams engaging in STEM through robotics. It serves schools and non-profits, prioritizing those in John Deere's Inspire communities and with volunteer mentors.	Not published	Varies
LEAH Knox Scholars Program - NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.3M Expand LEAH STEM education program to provide opportunities for high school students to pursue careers as leaders in biomedical research.	Not published	$1.3M
PLTW Biomedical Science- New Program- In Partnership With: Regeneron Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Biomedical Science grant aims to enhance the existing program by funding the addition of new courses or extra class periods, along with teacher training for the 2025-2026 academic year.	Not published	$10K
WTS Orange County Scholarships Orange County Womens Transportation Seminar · Foundation Not published · $50K – $75K WTS Orange County offers multiple scholarships at various education levels to support young women pursuing careers in transportation.	Not published	$50K – $75K
Rise for Education Grant Program Rise Gardens · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rise for Education Grant Program offers funding for hydroponic classroom gardens that enhance STEM education and nutrition. This initiative encourages hands-on learning, integrating STEM and arts through practical gardening projects.	Not published	Varies
Student Grants Program Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NVTC Foundation Kilberg Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The NVTC Foundation Kilberg Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supports women pursuing higher education in STEM fields. This scholarship honors Bobbie Kilberg's dedication to community service.	Not published	Up to $5K

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About stem education grants

STEM education grants support science, technology, engineering, and math programs in schools and community organizations, funding curriculum, equipment, teacher training, and out-of-school programs. The largest public funders are the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Department of Education, with additional STEM funding from the Department of Defense. Corporate and foundation funders such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Toshiba America Foundation, and major technology companies also invest heavily in STEM.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do stem education grants award?

Of the 1,735 stem education grants Grantable lists as of October 26, 2026, 982 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $8,350, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $24K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most stem education grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Project Lead The Way Inc (97), Montana State University (65), Project Lead the Way inc. (48), American Chemical Society (19), and U.S. National Science Foundation (19). In all, 894 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are stem education grants due?

Of 1,735 grants listed, 23 accept applications on a rolling basis, 122 have a published upcoming deadline, 436 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,154 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

What STEM education grants are available?

Grants fund STEM curriculum, lab and classroom equipment, robotics and coding programs, teacher professional development, and out-of-school STEM programs. The NSF funds K-12 STEM education through dedicated programs, often in partnership with universities, while corporate and foundation grants support school- and community-level projects. Award sizes range from small classroom grants to large multi-year program awards.

Who funds STEM education programs?

Public funders include the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education, plus the Department of Defense for some programs. Private and corporate funders include the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the Toshiba America Foundation, and technology companies such as those running corporate STEM giving programs. Community foundations also support local STEM initiatives.

Can individual teachers apply, or only schools?

Both. Many federal and foundation STEM grants are awarded to schools, districts, universities, or nonprofits, but a number of corporate and foundation programs, such as the Toshiba America Foundation, accept applications directly from individual teachers or small teams for classroom projects. Review each opportunity to see whether teachers, schools, or organizations are the intended applicants.

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