STEM Education Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,735 active stem education grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal 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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STEM Equity Community Innovation Grants For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K FIRST's STEM Equity Community Innovation Grants program provides funding to address inequities in access to science and technology for children around the world.	Not published	$5K – $50K
AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship supports women scholars in their final year of dissertation writing, providing a stipend of $25,000 to help offset expenses.	Not published	$25K
Lisa Schaefer Stover Scholarship Grant Crown Point Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lisa Schaefer Stover Scholarship, administered by the Crown Point Community Foundation, is designed for graduating high school seniors in Lake County, IN, who plan to attend Purdue University Lafayette and pursue a degree in veterinary…	Not published	Varies
USGIF Scholarship Program: Leidos Scholarship for AI/ML Advancement Grant United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The USGIF Scholarship Program, including the Leidos Scholarship for AI/ML Advancement, offers a $10,000 annual award to support students passionate about geospatial intelligence and AI/ML in their research.	Not published	$10K
Drs. James and Wanda Trefil Science Scholarship Grant The Kosciuszko Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Drs. James and Wanda Trefil Science Scholarship, offered by the Kosciuszko Foundation, supports undergraduate students majoring in natural sciences such as physics, biology, and chemistry.	Not published	$5K
HVAC Skills Lab Grant - New Skills Lab Explore The Trades · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The HVAC Skills Lab Grant aims to support middle and high schools in the U.S. and Canada by providing equipment and resources to establish plumbing and HVAC skills labs.	Not published	Up to $25K
AISES Sports and Technology Scholarship Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The AISES Sports and Technology Scholarship aims to empower Indigenous students pursuing degrees in STEM fields.	Not published	$3K
Adaptation Exploration Summer Academy The Orau Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PLTW Engineering - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Engineering program in Chevron Mississippi aims to enhance educational opportunities for K-12 students by providing grants to schools offering PLTW Engineering courses.	Not published	$10K
Cathy E. Johnston Memorial Scholarship Afcea International · Foundation Not published · Varies Established to honor the enduring legacy of Cathy E. Johnston, who served as one of the Defense Intelligence Community's most respected leaders for more than 33 years.	Not published	Varies
STEM-ID Scholarship Grant Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $3K The STEM-ID Scholarship offers ten $3,000 awards to Idaho high school seniors pursuing a STEM Diploma. Eligible students must attend a public post-secondary institution and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.	Not published	$3K
The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) Pathways Scholarship The Patuxent Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards graduating high school seniors who plan to attend College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and major in engineering to support STEM workforce development at NAWCAD. Southern Maryland (Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties)	Not published	Varies
Youth Service Grant (YSG) Alpha Phi Omega Endowment Inc · Foundation Not published · $200 – $500 To provide funding for Alpha Phi Omega chapters to encourage and inspire children and young people in a socially positive manner.	Not published	$200 – $500
Talent Attraction Program (TAP) Scholarship Grant Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Talent Attraction Program (TAP) Scholarship, provided by the Hamilton Community Foundation, offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to alleviate student loan debt.	Not published	Up to $15K
Computer Science for English Learners (CSforEL): Increasing Participation and Achievement in Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles for English Learners Computer Science Teachers Association · Foundation Not published · $3M A four-year research and professional development initiative to increase AP Computer Science Principles access and success for students currently and formerly designated as English Learners (ELs) in high schools.	Not published	$3M
OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant OGE Energy Corp. Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) charities enhancing community well-being through education, health, and arts.	Not published	Varies
Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Scholarship MPMA Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Scholarship funded by the Waffensmith Family as part of MPMA Education Foundation scholarship awards.	Not published	$2K
CEF Teacher Grants Chelsea Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $12K Funds innovative educational projects, programs, and supplies for Chelsea School District teachers, administrators, and students across all school buildings (elementary, middle, and high schools).	Not published	$10K – $12K
National Defense Education Program (NDEP) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Consortia Request for Information (RFI) for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Research & Engineering) Department of Defense · Federal Forecast · Varies Request for Information Request for Information: R&ENDEPSTEMFY22RFI Agency/Office: Washington Headquarters Services/Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) on behalf of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Research & Engineering) Title…	Forecast	Varies
International Science & Engineering Fair Awards Program (ISEF) Academy of Applied Science Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The International Science & Engineering Fair Awards Program (ISEF) is an Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) administered by the Academy of Applied Science that provides awards to 300 local, regional and state high school science and…	Not published	Varies
PLTW Biomedical Science- New Program ( Georgia) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The PLTW Biomedical Science grant supports public and charter schools in Georgia to implement the PLTW Biomedical Science program.	Not published	Up to $35K
C Spire Wireless Foundation Sponsorship Grant C Spire Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The C Spire Wireless Foundation provides sponsorships primarily focused on STEM education, aiming to enhance digital literacy and workforce development in underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Creating Equitable Pathways to STEM Graduate Education: Planning Grant Alfred P Sloan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation's Creating Equitable Pathways to STEM Graduate Education initiative aims to foster partnerships between Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and graduate programs.	Not published	Up to $75K
PLTW Computer Science - New Program Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $14K Project Lead The Way Inc is offering a grant of $14,000 to schools looking to implement the PLTW Computer Science program for the first time.	Not published	$14K

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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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