STEM Action Grants FAQ

The application typically opens in early winter and closes in late winter. After closing, the applications will be read by a panel of evaluators and grantees will be notified of their selection by spring. Funds are disbursed in mid-spring and the grantees are officially announced on the Society’s website in the summer.

Eligibility requirements and guidance on organizations sought can be found at:

Organizations should meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Be a mission-driven organization whose goals align with the Society’s mission, including a science literate society.

• Advocate for the general public’s increased understanding of STEM fields.

• Aim to spark life-long interest in and appreciation for STEM fields through unique programming.

• Aim to increase access and exposure to STEM in your organization’s community, especially with populations that are less likely to participate in STEM.

Organizations must be headquartered in the U.S. and funding may only serve people residing in the U.S.

We do not schedule calls or meetings to answer questions about individual organizations or applications. If you have questions, please carefully review this FAQ document and the STEM Action Grant “About” page. If you still have questions, please email us:

The amount of funding available each cycle varies but generally ranges from $200,000 to $400,000.

The list does not need to be exhaustive but rather illustrative. For example, this could include program registration, dates of large events such as festivals or expos, start dates for camp or other classes, or dates of virtual programming. You should include whatever events and dates you think would be good for the selection committee to be aware.

Due to the large number of applicants, we are unable to provide feedback on applications.

Yes! If your organization meets the eligibility requirements, we encourage you to reapply.

The size and composition of the entry pool and amount of funding available vary from year to year, as do your organization’s needs and priorities. Tell us what’s new, about exciting projects we could support, and perhaps this will be your organization’s year.