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Science & Technology grants for nonprofits

Science, technology, and innovation grants for nonprofits - research, STEM education, and technology programs (Grants.gov category ST).

320 open opportunities in this category (updated from Grants.gov).

Quick Answer: Science & Technology grants for nonprofits

Science and technology grants for nonprofits often support research partnerships, STEM education, innovation programs, public outreach, and technical assistance. Nonprofits should confirm whether they can apply directly or need a university, public agency, or research partner.

Who should review these grants

  • STEM education and workforce nonprofits
  • Research outreach and public science programs
  • Technology access or innovation projects with eligible partners

Prepare before applying

  • Confirm the applicant and partner rules.
  • Prepare technical work plans in plain language for reviewers.
  • Build a budget that separates staff, supplies, equipment, and indirect costs.

After you win

  • Track grant costs by project, budget line, and reporting period.
  • Keep technical milestones tied to financial reports.
  • Store partner documentation with the grant record.
DARPA - Defense Sciences Office

Defense Sciences Office (DSO) Office-wide BAA

Posted: Aug 28, 2026
Closes: Aug 27, 2027
#HR001126S0015
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DOC NOAA - ERA Production

SEFSC Bluefin Tuna Research Program

Posted: Aug 27, 2026
Closes: Dec 31, 2026
#NOAA-NMFS-SE-2027-33642
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Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command

Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) Equipment/Instrumentation

Posted: Aug 27, 2026
Closes: Oct 9, 2026
#W911NF26S0105
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Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA

DoW Reconstructive Transplant, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Closes: Nov 4, 2026
#HT942526RTRPIIRA
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Fort Worth District

Conservation and Forestry Program Support (2026-2031) for Environmental Natural Resources Management Division, Directorate of Public Works, Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, Louisiana

Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Closes: Sep 14, 2026
#W9126G262RFP9554
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DOC NOAA - ERA Production

National Bycatch Reduction Engineering Program (BREP) - FY2026/27

Posted: Aug 24, 2026
Closes: Jan 22, 2027
#NOAA-NMFS-FHQ-2027-33398
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Geosciences Core Research: Atmospheric, Geospace, Earth and Ocean Sciences (GEO Core)

Posted: Aug 21, 2026
Closes: Aug 26, 2076
#26-516
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Geological Survey

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Hawaii- Pacific Islands Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Closes: Sep 20, 2026
#G26AS00136
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Washington Headquarters Services

National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Closes: Aug 19, 2031
#HQ003426NFOECAD06
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Fort Worth District

Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton Natural Resources Support- Juvenile Salmonid Surveys in Sinclair Inlet, WA

Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Closes: Sep 8, 2026
#W9126G262RFP1101
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Nov 16, 2026
#26-522
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 17, 2076
#26-523
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Mathematical Sciences Research Programs (MPS MathSci)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 17, 2076
#26-520
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Expeditions in Computing (Expeditions)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Jul 27, 2027
#26-525
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Office of Naval Research

ONR FY27 NOFO for Young Investigator Program

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 30, 2026
#N0001426SF004
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Chemistry Research Programs (MPS Chem)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 20, 2076
#26-519
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Engineering (ENG): Chemical, Bioengineering, Energy, and Transport Systems (CBET)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 19, 2076
#26-518
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Engineering (ENG): Electrical, Communications, and Computing Systems (ECCS)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 19, 2076
#26-514
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 21, 2076
#26-517
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U.S. National Science Foundation

Engineering (ENG): Civil, Mechanical and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 26, 2076
#26-515
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Materials Research Programs (MPS Materials)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Aug 24, 2076
#26-521
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U.S. National Science Foundation

EMERGING FRONTIERS IN RESEARCH AND INNOVATION (EFRI-2026/27): Wave-Based Computing ( EFRI-WBC)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Feb 11, 2027
#26-524
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Geological Survey

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Closes: Sep 12, 2026
#G26AS00157
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Geological Survey

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Closes: Sep 12, 2026
#G26AS00159
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Geological Survey

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Alaska Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026
Closes: Sep 11, 2026
#G26AS00156
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Science & Technology grant questions

Can nonprofits apply for science and technology grants?

Some grants allow nonprofit applicants, while others require research institutions, public agencies, or formal partners. Check each official listing.

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