A quick-start hub to help teachers discover and apply for funding to power STEM initiatives in the classroom.
Quick Start
1) Start at Grants.gov
Search "STEM", "science", or your subject area. Filter by Eligibility, Category, and Agency.
Go to Grants.gov
Search "STEM", "science", or your subject area. Filter by Eligibility, Category, and Agency.
Go to Grants.gov
2) Check U.S. Department of Education Programs
Review competitive and formula programs relevant to your grade band and needs.
Explore ED Grants
Review competitive and formula programs relevant to your grade band and needs.
Explore ED Grants
3) Map Recurring Programs
Use Assistance Listings (SAM.gov) to identify recurring programs and track when they open each year.
Browse Assistance Listings
Use Assistance Listings (SAM.gov) to identify recurring programs and track when they open each year.
Browse Assistance Listings
Federal Portals
U.S. Department of Education – Grants & Programs
Featured funding by audience: K–12, teacher preparation, higher ed, and special populations.
Visit ED Grants
Featured funding by audience: K–12, teacher preparation, higher ed, and special populations.
Visit ED Grants
Assistance Listings (SAM.gov)
Comprehensive catalog of federal assistance programs (formerly CFDA).
Visit SAM.gov
Comprehensive catalog of federal assistance programs (formerly CFDA).
Visit SAM.gov
USA.gov – Grants & Loans
Plain-language guide to federal grants, who can apply, and how to avoid scams.
Visit USA.gov
Plain-language guide to federal grants, who can apply, and how to avoid scams.
Visit USA.gov
State Education Resources
Each state Department of Education provides its own grants and funding opportunities. Here are examples:
- California DOE: https://www.cde.ca.gov/
- Texas DOE: https://tea.texas.gov/
- NYSED: http://www.nysed.gov/
- Florida DOE: https://www.fldoe.org/
- Nebraska DOE: https://www.education.ne.gov/
How to Apply (Fast Track)
- Align your idea to standards & impact: Define student outcomes (STEM skills, NGSS alignment, equity, career connections).
- Find the right program: Use Grants.gov and Assistance Listings.
- Check eligibility & partners: Confirm if your district must apply; line up fiscal agents and letters of support early.
- Draft your narrative: Need, goals, activities, timeline, evaluation, budget & sustainability.
- Register early: UEI/SAM and Grants.gov registration can take time; coordinate with your district grants office.
- Submit & track: Use your district’s GMS or Grants.gov Workspace to submit and monitor status.
This page aggregates official federal portals and points to State Education Agencies to help educators find funding for STEM initiatives. © Snap Circuits