STEM Education Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,735 active stem education grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and 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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Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Diversity Nicor Gas · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants focused on Diversity, aiming to enhance organizational and supplier diversity programs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Green Labs Grant Exelon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Apply for the Exelon Foundation Green Lab Grant The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is proud to partner with the Exelon Foundation in championing science learning for high school students and in encouraging new thinking about our…	Not published	Varies
Russell W. Ligon Memorial Engineering Scholarship Grant Four County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Russell W. Ligon Memorial Engineering Scholarship, offered by the Four County Community Foundation, supports high school seniors and recent graduates from seven school districts pursuing degrees in engineering or computer science.	Not published	$1K
PLTW Launch- New Program ( Indiana) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The PLTW Launch program in Indiana offers grants of $20,000 to support the implementation of new PLTW programs in schools for the 2026-2027 academic year.	Not published	Up to $20K
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Research Projects Grant Alfred P Sloan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation provides grants to support innovative research and education in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and economics.	Not published	Varies
Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation STEM Education Grant New England Science & Sailing Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Grant supports strengthening partner programs in New London that bring engaging STEM learning in marine and environmental science to students.	Not published	$3K
Puget Sound Energy Scholarship Grant Renton Regional Community Fndn · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship for graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in engineering. Applicants must live in Island, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Pierce, Skagit, Thurston or Whatcom counties.	Not published	Varies
Society of Women Engineers (SWE): Program Development Grants Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) offers Program Development Grants to support the initiatives of SWE Organizations. These micro-grants range from a minimum of $250 to a maximum of $5,000 and are available in three application cycles.	Not published	$250 – $5K
Economics for Leaders (EFL) Programs The Fund for American Studies · Foundation Not published · Varies Week-long intensive programs designed to:	Not published	Varies
ASCB COMPASS Outreach Grant The American Society for Cell Biology · Foundation Not published · $280 – $1K The COMPASS (Committee for Postdocs and Students) Outreach Grant program provides funding opportunities for ASCB members to conduct science outreach and education initiatives in their communities.	Not published	$280 – $1K
Los Angeles Math Engagement Initiative Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons · Foundation Not published · $968K The Masons of California, in partnership with Center for Family Math, Raising a Reader, PowerMyLearning, and Partnership for Los Angeles Schools, announced a three-year, $968,000 investment to improve math outcomes for young students.	Not published	$968K
INL STEM Impact/Gov. C.L. “Butch” and First Lady Lori Otter Grant Idaho National Laboratory (INL) · Foundation Not published · $15K The INL STEM Impact Grant, honoring former Governor C.L. “Butch” and First Lady Lori Otter, offers $15,000 to support innovative STEM projects in Idaho.	Not published	$15K
STEAM Fellowship Arlington Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide fellowship funding to students pursuing STEAM fields.	Not published	Varies
June Bacon-Bercey Scholarship In Atmospheric Sciences For Women Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The June Bacon-Bercey Scholarship in Atmospheric Sciences for Women supports women pursuing careers in atmospheric sciences and meteorology.	Not published	Up to $1K
BIE Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · $100 – $30K The BIE Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund offers financial assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing full-time degrees in STEM fields at accredited institutions.	Not published	$100 – $30K
FY26 Computer Science Incentive Fund ENDORSEMENTS Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Optica Women Scholars OSA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2002, the Optica Foundation carries out charitable activities in support of the society’s student and early career communities.	Not published	Varies
Civil Engineering Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Civil Engineering Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees in civil engineering.	Not published	Varies
Green Our Planet - HydroConnect Grant Green Our Planet · Foundation Not published · Varies The Green Our Planet - HydroConnect Grant supports K-12 schools in implementing hydroponics programs, enhancing student engagement in STEM education.	Not published	Varies
Dual and Concurrent Enrollment STEM/CTE Scholarship New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to 2 free dual credit or early college courses New Hampshire offers a scholarship that allows students to take up to two dual credit or early college courses for free.	Not published	Up to 2 free dual credit or early college courses
PLTW Launch - New Program (ExxonMobil) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K ExxonMobil collaborates with PLTW to enhance K-12 STEM education, focusing on inspiring students and training teachers.	Not published	$10K
Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP) Mini-Monies Program - Round 1 Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $65K	Not published	$3K – $65K
Gilhousen Chair in Telecommunications Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gilhousen Chair in Telecommunications Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering.	Not published	Varies
U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh – PAS Annual Program Statement U.S. Mission to Cambodia · Federal Forecast · $20,000 total Priority Program Areas for Embassy Phnom Penh: Protecting the environment and strengthening resolve regional issues including but not limited to Lower Mekong issues, food security, water, and energy challenges.	Forecast	$20,000 total

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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 27, 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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