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Funding Opportunities

Research in Engineering Education

The REE program accepts a diverse range of project scales from small, exploratory projects to large scale investigations with a broad, systemic scope; project budgets should match the project scope.  Small-scale, exploratory projects with high transformative potential are strongly encouraged.  The estimated number of awarded proposals is based on a projected average funding level of approximately $100,000 per project per year.   All PIs should discuss the budget of proposed projects with a cognizant program officer before submission.

Research in Engineering Education

The REE program accepts a diverse range of project scales from small, exploratory projects to large scale investigations with a broad, systemic scope; project budgets should match the project scope.  Small-scale, exploratory projects with high transformative potential are strongly encouraged.  The estimated number of awarded proposals is based on a projected average funding level of approximately $100,000 per project per year.   All PIs should discuss the budget of proposed projects with a cognizant program officer before submission.

Federal Agencies Collaborate to Improve After-School Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education

In an effort to support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning in after school, the U.S. Department of Education’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) is fostering collaborative partnerships with other federal agencies. Through these partnerships, the Department will expand existing pilot programs, which will provide students with more opportunities for accessing high-quality science education in after school programs.

Colocation America: STEM Innovation Grant

Apply now for Colocation America’s STEM Innovation Grant, which provides funding to nonprofit charitable organizations in order to foster youth engagement in STEM learning, especially for underrepresented groups in the field such as females and minority students. Selected programs will be awarded up to $7500 to support purchasing materials, staff stipends, field trips, and resources. The deadline to apply is March 27, 2015. 

ProjectCSGIRLS Competition for Middle School Girls

The ProjectCSGIRLS Competition for Middle School Girls challenges participants (grades 6-8) to build something using computer science and technology to solve an imminent social problem under one of three themes – global health, a safer world, and intelligent technology. Registration deadline is February 15, 2015. To request a mentor, register by February 1, 2015.

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program rewards students who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom—and who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. It’s a reward for what you’ve made of yourself and the difference you are making for others.

The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is offering:

• Up to $25,000 per year for 50 first-time freshmen or existing college students, renewable for up to four years and one additional year for those entering a qualified five-year engineering program

Campus Kitchen Launch Grant

Apply before February 1 for the Campus Kitchen Launch Grant to be awarded funds to assist with planning for and implementing a Campus Kitchen with the Campus Kitchens Project. The project aims to engage student leaders to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to hunger. Schools which demonstrate hunger and food insecurity issues in the surrounding community will be awarded $5000 in order to start a Campus Kitchen chapter and address the root problem.

National Science Foundation: Research in Engineering Education Grant

Apply now for the National Science Foundation’s Research in Engineering Education funding opportunity to expand your high-quality engineering education ecosystem. Funds can total up to $100,000 per year for a time period of two to four years. The National Science Foundation is dedicated to supporting the needs of a constantly changing society and economy through promoting stronger science education. Institutions of higher education, non and for profit organizations, state and local governments, and individual scientists, engineers, or educators are eligible to apply for consideration.

Amgen Foundation

The Amgen Foundation is offering some great funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations across the nation that range from $10,000 to multi-million dollars. Approximately 175 organizations will be granted funds to be used towards promoting science learning in order to enrich communities where Amgen has a presence. Programs with a specific focus on teacher quality and professional development in mat and science as well as interactive science curriculum will be given priority consideration. There is no deadline for a submission of a letter of inquiry.

Wish You Well Foundation Provides Funding to Promote Family Literacy

The Wish You Well Foundation provides private funds to nonprofit organizations that promote family literacy in the United States. The focus of the Foundation is on the development and expansion of new and existing literacy and educational programs. Grants generally range up to $10,000. Requests may be submitted at any time and are reviewed four times per year. Visit the Foundation’s website to download the Donation Request Form.

For more information, and to request funding, click here. 

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