Plastics and Polymer Industry Grant Opportunities
The Society of Plastics Engineers Foundation funds innovative classroom and public education projects in plastics and polymer science through its Plastics and Polymer Industry Grant Opportunities.
Funder: Society of Plastics Engineers Foundation
Due Dates: August 15, 2026 | November 15, 2026 | February 15, 2027 (Annual: Plastics Education Grants & 3D Printer Grants)
Funding Amounts: Typically funds classroom equipment, programs, or awards a Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro 3D printer; no set cash amount specified.
Summary: Supports educational programs and classroom equipment advancing plastics and polymer science education for students and the public.
Key Information: 3D Printer Grants specifically provide equipment (not cash) to eligible schools.
Description
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Foundation provides annual grants to support plastics and polymer science education through two main mechanisms: Plastics & Polymer Education Grants and 3D Printer Grants. These opportunities aim to empower educators and institutions to deliver innovative, hands-on STEM programming, increase public understanding of plastics, and strengthen ties between academia and the plastics industry. The 3D Printer Grant awards a Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro 3D printer to qualifying schools, while the broader Education Grants fund classroom programs and equipment that enhance plastics education.
