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

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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.
Air Force Office of Scientific Research

Air Force Fiscal Year 2027 Young Investigator Program (YIP)

Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Closes: Dec 4, 2026
FA955026S0003
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Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA

DoW Breast Cancer, Breakthrough Award Levels 1 and 2

Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Closes: Nov 18, 2026
HT942526BCRPBTA122
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Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA

DoW Breast Cancer, Clinical Research Extension Award

Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Closes: Nov 18, 2026
HT942526BCRPCREA2
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NASA Headquarters

ROSES 2025: A.17 Hydrosphere

Posted: Sep 2, 2026
Closes: Jan 28, 2027
NNH25ZDA001N-HYDRO
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NASA Headquarters

ROSES 2025: A.16 Cryosphere

Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Closes: Dec 4, 2026
NNH25ZDA001N-CRYO
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NASA Headquarters

Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute Cooperative Agreement Notice-5 (SSERVI CAN-5)

Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Closes: Dec 4, 2026
NNH26ZDA016C
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U.S. National Science Foundation

PFE: Research Initiation in Engineering Formation (PFE: RIEF)

Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Closes: Nov 10, 2026
20-558
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NASA Headquarters

ROSES 2025: D.4 Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Networks

Posted: Aug 31, 2026
Closes: Dec 3, 2026
NNH25ZDA001N-TCAN
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Air Force Office of Scientific Research

Air Force Basic Research Sciences Conference and Workshop Support

Posted: Aug 31, 2026
Closes: Aug 31, 2029
FA955026S0002
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U.S. National Science Foundation

IUSE: Innovation in Two-Year College STEM Education (ITYC)

Posted: Aug 31, 2026
Closes: Dec 9, 2026
23-584
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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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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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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: Oct 5, 2076
26-516
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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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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

Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 5, 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: Oct 5, 2076
26-515
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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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U.S. National Science Foundation

Expeditions in Computing (Expeditions)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Jul 27, 2027
26-525
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U.S. National Science Foundation

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

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 5, 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: Oct 5, 2076
26-514
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Mathematical Sciences Research Programs (MPS MathSci)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 8, 2076
26-520
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U.S. National Science Foundation

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 6, 2076
26-523
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