Arkansas Stem Coalition

Excellence in STEM Education Grants

Who can apply: Applicants must be a school, school district, or approved STEM Center applying to fund an Arkansas public school that is teaching at least one grade from K-6th. The program page also describes funding for Arkansas public schools teaching 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grades.

Deadline: Applications available August 1, 2026; applications due Friday, September 18, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM; funding notification Monday, October 5, 2026; final report due Wednesday, June 30, 2027, no later than 5:00 PM.