[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

June 1, 2026 (Full application deadline; applications accepted Feb 1–Jun 1 annually)

Up to $1,800 per grant; funding is for one academic year.

Supports high school chemistry educators in the U.S. or its territories with funding for classroom projects, resources, and professional development.

--- ## Description This grant provides funding to high school chemistry teachers to implement innovative ideas that enhance chemistry classroom learning, foster student development, and inspire interest in chemistry. Support is available for laboratory equipment and supplies, instructional materials, teacher professional development, and student-conducted field studies. The goal is to enrich high school chemistry education and encourage both teachers and students to explore the wonders of chemistry. --- ## Due Dates - June 1, 2026: Full application deadline (final submission deadline; applications accepted Feb 1–Jun 1 annually) Applications are accepted annually between February 1 and June 1. Notification of awards is typically by June 30. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $1,800 per grant - Funding period: One academic year (2026–2027) - Budget must be itemized and justified; proposals exceeding $1,800 must indicate additional sources of support. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be high school chemistry educators teaching at a U.S. school or a school in a U.S. territory. - The applicant must submit a signed statement of support from a school administrator (e.g., principal or superintendent). - Only one application per teacher per year is accepted. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare Application Materials:** - Applicant and school contact information - Statement of support from a school administrator ([template provided](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/grants/hachhighschool/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-grant-statement-of-support.doc)) - Project proposal detailing objectives, activities, and impact - Itemized budget and justification 2. **Submit Online:** - Create an account and complete the application via the [ACS grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs) - Applications can be edited until final submission - Only submitted applications (not drafts) will be considered 3. **Review & Notification:** - Applications are evaluated for clarity, alignment with chemistry education goals, feasibility, sustainability, and budget justification - Award notifications are sent by June 30, 2026 4. **Acceptance & Disbursement:** - If awarded, funds are distributed electronically to the fiscal agent (school or district), not directly to individuals - Required acceptance forms and documentation must be submitted before funds are released --- ## Additional Information - Grant funds cannot be sent directly to individuals; a school, district, or other fiscal agent must receive and manage the funds. - No paper checks; all disbursements are electronic. - Example proposals and a grant-writing webinar are available to help applicants prepare strong submissions. - Reporting requirements must be fulfilled by June 30 of the grant year. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Guidelines](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant.html) - [Application Instructions & Portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant/apply.html) - [Online Application System](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs) - [Grant Writing Webinar: Enhance Your Chemistry Classroom with Other People’s Money](http://bit.ly/4Grant) - [Examples of Funded Proposals](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant.html) - [ACS-Hach Programs Overview](https://www.acs.org/education/educators/acs-hach-programs.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------|----------------------| | ACS-Hach Programs Team | [hach@acs.org](mailto:hach@acs.org) | 800-227-5558 ext. 8178 | For general ACS inquiries: [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) or [ACS Contact Page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html)

ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant

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