STEM Education Grants

STEM Education Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

1,801 grants
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily
The Pride Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Friends of Alan Turing Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pride Foundation Amount: Approximately US $4,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Friends of Alan Turing Fund…

ACEC Colorado Scholarship & Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fu Hua Chen Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ACEC Colorado Scholarship & Education Foundation Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Fu Hua Chen Memorial Scholarship, offered by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Excellence in Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Fund for Excellence in…

Up to $860,000 annually
FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for Women & Girls Grants Funder: Fairfield County's Community Foundation's Fund for Women & Girls Status: Active, ongoing grant program Geographic Scope: Fairfield County, Connecticut and…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund II UNCF STEM Scholars Program Overview: The Fund II Foundation's UNCF STEM Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound African American STEM scholars. The program welcomed its second…

Full-ride scholarship for bachelor's degree; stipend support available for graduate certificate
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Future Urban STEM Educator Scholarship Overview: An NSF Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Grant opportunity offered through Davenport University's College of Urban Education. This scholarship enables…

Full-ride scholarship for junior and senior years; stipend support for graduate certificate
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Future Urban STEM Educator Scholarship (FUSE Scholars Program) Overview: Davenport University's College of Urban Education is offering a scholarship opportunity for students pursuing a degree in any…

Varies by award; examples range from $875 to $5,000+
COMMUNITY KNIGHTS INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

G.I.F.T. Program (Grant Initiative Fundraising Team) Funder: Community Knights Inc (Newport News, VA) Overview: Community Knights has awarded over $1/2 million in grant funds to the Virginia…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gail & Hilda Oster Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview Kalamazoo Community…

$2,500 per award (two students)
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF THE LEHIGH · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Gaines Family Foundation Prize in Engineering Award Amount: $2,500 scholarship awarded to two students Geographic Scope: Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania Focus Area: Engineering education Eligibility -…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gary Williams Family Science Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Gary Williams Family Science Scholarship at Montana State…

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GEA Scholars Program Award Amount: $10,000 ($5,000 per semester) Overview: A scholarship program developed in partnership between the J.B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville…

GEICO PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview GEICO Philanthropic Foundation Through our community funding, the GEICO Philanthropic Foundation strives to support organizations that provide programs and resources to help strengthen our…

Master's: Minimum $8,000 stipend/year for up to 2 years, full tuition and fees, two paid summer internships; Ph.D.: Minimum $16,000 stipend for 5 years, full tuition and fees, one paid summer internship
NATIONAL CONSORTIUM FOR GRADUATE DEGREES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GEM Fellowship Program Overview: The National Consortium for Graduate Degrees (GEM) Fellowship is a major fellowship program supporting high-performing graduate students pursuing master's and…

NEW SCHOOLS FUND · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

GenAI K-12 Math Tutoring Solutions Funder: NewSchools Venture Fund (with support from Gates Foundation) Status: Closed - Application deadline was April 18, 2025 Announced: February 26, 2025 Overview…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of stem education grants are available?
STEM Education Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for stem education grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for stem education grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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