57,603 foundations$199.7B total annual giving$10K median grant83 states with funders
Discover 57,603 grantmaking foundations funding stem education programs, with combined annual giving of $199.7B. The median grant size for stem education is $10K.
STEM Education Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
57,603
Total Annual Giving
$199.7B
Total Assets Under Management
$2.8T
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
83
Total Grants on Record
332,010
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STEM educationRoboticsScience, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM)
Who can apply: Teams must register with FIRST Inspires and FIRST Washington to participate in competitions. The program is associated with FIRST Tech Challenge teams of up to 15 students in grades 7-12. Applicants should select the option indicating interest in applying for the FIRST Washington grant during FIRST Washington registration.
educationSTEM educationhealth and human services+5 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a U.S.-based IRS 501(c)(3) charitable or educational organization or an accredited K-12 educational institution; be geographically located where OG&E operates; serve communities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation or national origin; and have a method to measure, track, and report program outcomes and specific results demonstrating measurable community impact. The foundation generally does not fund individuals or families, capital projects, dinners/luncheons, non-501(c)(3) organizations, political parties or candidates, religious activities that further doctrine, sports tournaments other than Special Olympics, or employee-benefit-related items.
Aviation educationSTEM educationAviation technology+5 more
Who can apply: Applicant organizations must be located in a city where JetBlue currently flies, including domestic and international cities. Applications are accepted only from qualified educational institutions and organizations that sponsor educational STEM and/or certification programs in aviation technology, aviation engineering, aviation operations, aviation maintenance, or sustainable and environmental programs in aviation. Applicants must demonstrate how grant funds will benefit communities that have been socially disadvantaged in pursuing aviation careers, including veterans, women, people with disabilities, and other groups with historically less access to educational opportunities.
Who can apply: Primarily supports nonprofit grant partners providing services in or to Super Neighborhood 52. Requests should align with existing or prospective plans developed through a recognized community planning process, such as the Complete Communities Action Plan for Kashmere Gardens.
The typical STEM Education foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 40% of STEM Education foundations actively fund new organizations, and 76% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About STEM Education Grants
How many foundations fund stem education?
There are 57,603 grantmaking foundations that fund stem education programs across 83 states.
What is the median grant size for stem education?
The median grant from foundations funding stem education is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest stem education foundations?
The largest foundations funding stem education by annual giving include GOTHIC CORPORATION, The Big Ten Conference Inc, JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, with combined giving of $3.9B.
Which states have the most stem education funders?
The states with the most stem education foundations are California (5,014), Texas (4,250), New York (3,878). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find stem education grants for my nonprofit?
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