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

February 27, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | January 1, 2027

$1,500 (first-time applicants) or up to $3,000 (previous awardees); approx. 30 awards/year

Supports international, volunteer-led chemistry festivals that engage the public in hands-on science outreach outside the US and Puerto Rico.

--- ## Description The ACS Chemistry Festival Grant funds community engagement events held outside the United States and Puerto Rico, aiming to highlight the role of chemistry in everyday life through interactive, hands-on activities. These festivals are primarily designed for young children but are open to all ages, promoting public understanding and appreciation of chemistry. Events must follow ACS safety guidelines but allow flexibility in format and timing. The grant is coordinated by the ACS Office of Science Outreach and is part of the society's broader mission to communicate the value of chemistry and promote excellence in education. Since its inception in 2005, the program has expanded globally, distributing approximately 30 grants annually. --- ## Due Dates - February 27, 2026: Full application deadline (specific deadline listed on site) - June 1, 2026: Recurring June submission window (approximate) - January 1, 2027: Recurring January submission window (approximate) --- ## Funding Amount - First-time applicants: up to $1,500 USD - Previous awardees or those with Festival Training Institute experience: up to $3,000 USD - Approximately 30 awards are distributed each year --- ## Eligibility - The principal event organizer must reside outside the United States and Puerto Rico. - Open to volunteers, chemical societies, ACS International Chemical Sciences Chapters, ACS International Student Chapters, and similar groups. - ACS membership is **not** required. - Previous awardees must submit a final report before being eligible for additional funds. - Collaborative proposals with groups in any nation are encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Visit the [Chemistry Festival Grant page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/grants/chemistry-festival-grant.html) for full details and application links. - Applicants are encouraged to participate in the [Outreach Training Program](https://www.acs.org/education/outreach/outreach-training-program.html) to strengthen their proposal. - Applications are reviewed by volunteers from relevant ACS committees. - All applicants will be notified of their status via the email provided in their application. - Awardees must complete a reporting form after their event to be eligible for future funding. --- ## Additional Information - Events can be held at any time during the year, though many coincide with [National Chemistry Week](https://www.acs.org/education/outreach/ncw.html) or [Chemists Celebrate Earth Week](https://www.acs.org/education/ccew.html). - The program originated in Puerto Rico and now has a global reach, with over 300 grants awarded since 2015. - The grant is part of ACS’s commitment to science outreach and education internationally. --- ## External Links - [ACS Chemistry Festival Grant Overview](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/grants/chemistry-festival-grant.html) - [Chemistry Festival Program Details & Application](https://www.acs.org/education/chemistry-festival.html) - [Outreach Training Program](https://www.acs.org/education/outreach/outreach-training-program.html) - [National Chemistry Week](https://www.acs.org/education/outreach/ncw.html) - [Chemists Celebrate Earth Week](https://www.acs.org/education/ccew.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Form | |------------------------|------------------------------------|--------------------|--------------------------------------| | ACS Chemistry Festival | [festival@acs.org](mailto:festival@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact ACS](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | | ACS Outreach | [outreach@acs.org](mailto:outreach@acs.org) | | |

ACS Chemistry Festival Grant

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