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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Corporation Associates Seed Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Corporation Associates Seed Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society, provides up to $5,000 per year for innovative projects in chemical sciences education, public engagement in the chemical industry, and safety enhancements in…	Not published	Up to $5K
Career Development Grants American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The Career Development Grants, offered by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), support women with bachelor's degrees seeking to advance or change careers, particularly in high-growth STEM fields.	Not published	$2K – $20K
David K. Smoot Innovation Memorial Scholarship for KSU Students Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Easily learn more about the David K. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 01 Apr 2027.	Not published	$5K
SpaceKids Press Squad Spacekids Global Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A national competition hosted by SpaceKids Global® that selects 8 students plus one parent or legal guardian for an exclusive educational opportunity.	Not published	Varies
Michael G. Meyers Design & Scholarship Competition (MGMC) Houston Chapter American Institute of Architects · Foundation Not published · $493K An annual design competition for Houston area high school students that challenges them to showcase creativity and problem-solving skills through architectural design.	Not published	$493K
PLTW Gateway - New Program (EQT Foundation) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway grant, funded by the EQT Foundation, supports schools in implementing PLTW Gateway programs for the upcoming academic year.	Not published	$10K
PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (Lam Research) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion initiative, led by Burns & McDonnell in partnership with Project Lead The Way (PLTW), aims to enhance STEM education by increasing access to PLTW programs for students in eligible communities.	Not published	$10K
PLTW Engineering- Program Expansion- In Partnership With: Pentair Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $15K The PLTW Engineering Program Expansion, in partnership with Pentair, aims to support schools in enhancing their engineering curriculum for the 2026-2027 academic year.	Not published	$15K
Annual District Grants Program Byram Hills Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $313K	Not published	$1K – $313K
John W. Purvis Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The John W. Purvis Memorial Scholarship supports students pursuing Aeronautical Engineering or related fields, honoring the legacy of John Purvis, former CEO at Edge Autonomy.	Not published	Up to $1K
STEM Majors Scholarships Grant Afcea · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The AFCEA offers several STEM Majors Scholarships to support undergraduate students pursuing studies in fields related to cybersecurity, engineering, and other STEM disciplines.	Not published	$3K – $5K
William and Vivian Hee Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $6K The William and Vivian Hee Scholarship Fund, established by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation in 2022, offers renewable scholarships primarily for students pursuing education or engineering.	Not published	$6K
STEM Activity Grant Views on Learning Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Available within 35-mile radius of VOL service areas: Anchorage, AK; Casper, WY; Columbus, OH; Des Moines, IA; Fairbanks, AK; Fort Myers, FL; Islamorada, FL; Lansing, MI; Lewiston, ID; Madison, GA; Merced, CA; Monterey, CA; Pocatello, ID…	Not published	Varies
SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $800 The SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship, awarded by the Society of Women Engineers, supports female graduate students pursuing engineering degrees at accredited California universities.	Not published	$800
Jack Cassidy Scholarship Endowment Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jack Cassidy Scholarship Endowment, offered by Montana State University, supports American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing a degree in engineering.	Not published	Varies
Curiosity Pass: A Cultural Education Program (formerly 4Culture: Public School Cultural Access Grant) 4Culture · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Curiosity Pass: A Cultural Education Program supports arts, cultural, and science education for King County K-12 students.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Project SEED Scholarships: Renewable Scholarship - Joseph D. Loconti American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. ACS is committed to improving all lives through the transforming power of chemistry.	Not published	Varies
Cecilia Hollis Memorial Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Cecilia Hollis Memorial Scholarship, established in 1995, supports students from the Miami Valley, Ohio, pursuing degrees in engineering, technology, or industrial technology.	Not published	$2K
Anchor QEA Scholarship Grant Anchor QEA · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Anchor QEA Scholarship supports graduate students pursuing degrees in engineering, environmental sciences, or related fields, with awards between $1,000 and $10,000.	Not published	$1K – $10K
University Funding CHS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding for precision ag and data analytics projects All requests for funding from colleges and universities are accepted and evaluated during an annual, competitive grant process. Online applications are available April 15 to May 31.	Not published	Varies
PLTW Computer Science - New Program (Ameren) Grant Project Lead the Way inc. · Foundation Not published · $20K Ameren has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom.	Not published	$20K
HFEE General Grant Program Hayward Foundation for Educational · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment provides grants to support educational enrichment projects for schools in the Hayward Community School District (HCSD).	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: North Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation provides Local Impact Grants to strengthen communities in North Carolina, offering up to $20,000 for various initiatives.	Not published	Up to $20K
TI Innovations in STEM Teaching Award Risd Excellence in Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K Recognize a RISD educator who brings STEM to life in the classroom by engaging students, fueling creativity, strengthening academic and technological skills, and inspiring a love of learning.	Not published	$10K – $20K

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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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