ACS Chemistry Festival Grant
The ACS Chemistry Festival Grant funds international, volunteer-led public events that use hands-on activities to showcase the impact of chemistry in daily life and promote science education.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: February 27, 2026 | June 1, 2026 (approximate recurring)
Funding Amounts: First-time applicants: up to $1,500 USD; previous winners or FTI alumni: up to $3,000 USD; typically 30 awards/year.
Summary: Supports international, volunteer-led chemistry festivals that engage the public with hands-on activities and highlight chemistry’s role in daily life.
Description
This grant supports the organization of Chemistry Festivals—community engagement events held outside the United States and Puerto Rico. The festivals are designed to showcase the importance of chemistry in everyday life through interactive, hands-on activities for the general public, with a particular focus on young children but open to all ages. Events must follow ACS safety guidelines but may be held in a wide range of formats and at any time of year. Commonly, festivals are linked to National Chemistry Week or Chemists Celebrate Earth Week. The program is administered by the ACS Office of Science Outreach and aims to promote the value of chemistry and foster excellence in science education internationally.
