STEM Grant
Funding Amount
$2,000 - $5,000
Deadline
April 30, 2026
21 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
STEM Grant
Funder: Rocky Mountain Chapter of AFCEA
Geographic Scope: K-12 teachers in El Paso County, Pueblo, and surrounding communities
Purpose: Awards grants to K-12 teachers for STEM programs and classrooms to promote advancement of technology-related programs and encourage students to pursue careers in science, technology, and mathematics.
- Supplies and other science or math-related materials and classroom manipulatives
- Hardware and/or software intended for STEM-related instruction
- Materials for upgrades to existing programs or to start new STEM programs
- STEM kits (robotics, cyber, rocketry, drones, etc.)
- Projects deemed appropriate to further excellence in STEM
Eligible Uses
Teachers are awarded grants to purchase:- Be a teacher at an accredited school in El Paso County and surrounding communities, including Pueblo
- Identify an appropriate use of funds based on the areas listed above
- Submit the attached application form with all seven areas fully completed no later than 30 April 2026
- After award, provide receipts verifying the grant was used for the approved purpose
Eligibility Criteria
- Typical Award Range: $2,000 - $5,000
- No minimum award: No grant request is too small to fund
- Multiple awards: Grant awards are not limited to one per school
- Award Ceremony: Mid-May
- Funding Priority: Emphasis on total number of students benefiting from the grant; schools across community from elementary to high school
Award Details
Contact
Email: education@afcearockymtn.orgHow to Apply
Application Instructions
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Required Application Components:
1. Details on Use of Grant
- Describe how you intend to use the grant
- List what you will purchase
- Explain the benefits your students will receive
- Attachments may be provided with additional detail, such as cost estimates and project designs
2. Expected Cost by Item
- Provide itemized costs
- Itemized costs will allow for partial funding if AFCEA Chapter cannot fully fund total project or needs
3. Special Circumstances (if applicable)
- Describe any special circumstances associated with your request
- Examples: unexpected reduction in funding, emergency repairs/replacement of equipment or supplies, increase in student enrollment in science and math programs, etc.
Required Form Fields:
Certification: Applicant must certify that should the school receive this grant, they will verify in writing to the AFCEA Rocky Mountain Chapter that the grant was used for the intended purpose.
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