Deadline: 13-May-22
The Colocation America is accepting applications for the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Innovation Grant to inspire and encourage Pre-K-12 students to pursue their interest and curiosity in STEM.
Funding Information
- Funds must be utilized no later than September 1, 2023.
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For the 2022 Grant Cycle, they have changed it up so check it out:
- 5 grants will be chosen and awarded by 5 different Colocation America Staff Members. Each of these Staff Members will have $1,500 to award to their organization of choice.
- In addition, the STEM Grant Committee Member will award 4-10 grants ($2,000 – $7,500 per project).
- Please note, that one organization can be awarded through the Staff Members and the STEM Grant Committee.
Funding Criteria
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Funds awarded through the grant may be used in the following ways:
- Tools/Equipment
- Stipends for Staff
- Field trips
- Travel expenses (e.g. buses)
- Curriculum Development and/or Purchase
- Professional Development
- The following are not supported by this grant:
- Meals/Refreshments
- Conference Fees
Eligible Programs
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Their STEM Grant Selection Committee is looking to fund programs or projects that offer students:
- An innovative (i.e. unique) approach to learning STEM
- Developmentally-appropriate STEM curriculum and/or resources
- Activities that support a real-life application of STEM knowledge
- They support funding innovative pilot programs as well as long-proven STEM programs around the U.S.
Eligibility Criteria
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Eligible Organizations/Schools:
- Nonprofit Charitable Organizations are classified as 501(c)(3) public charities by the Internal Revenue Service.
- Public School Districts, Private/Public Elementary, and/or Secondary Schools with STEM-specific programming.
- Please Note: the grant must be written for a program/project that serves Pre-K-12 students within the U.S.
For more information, visit Colocation America.
For more information, visit https://www.colocationamerica.com/stem-grant