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

June 1, 2026

Up to $1,800 per award; one-year funding period.

Supports high school chemistry teachers in the U.S. or territories with funding for classroom resources, professional development, and student projects to enhance chemistry education.

--- ## Description This grant provides support for high school chemistry educators to implement creative projects that improve classroom learning and foster student engagement with chemistry. Funding can be used for laboratory equipment and supplies, instructional materials, professional development, and student-conducted field studies. The goal is to enhance the quality and excitement of chemistry education at the high school level in the United States and its territories. --- ## Due Dates - June 1, 2026: Full application submission deadline (final deadline) for the 2026 cycle --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $1,800 per grant - Funding is for a one-year period (2026–2027 academic year) - Budget requests must be itemized and justified; proposals exceeding $1,800 must indicate additional sources of support --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a high school chemistry educator teaching at a school in the United States or a U.S. territory. - Only one application per teacher per year is permitted. - The grant is intended for classroom-based projects; funds are not sent directly to individuals but to the school or fiscal agent. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare Your Materials:** - Complete the online application with your contact and school information. - Obtain a signed Statement of Support from your school administrator (e.g., principal or superintendent). - Develop a clear, concise proposal outlining your project and its impact. - Prepare an itemized budget. 2. **Submit Online:** - Create an account and apply through the [ACS grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs). - Select the “2026 ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Teacher Grant” opportunity. - Upload required documents and submit your application by June 1, 2026. - You will receive a confirmation email within one business day. 3. **Review and Notification:** - Applications are evaluated on clarity, alignment with chemistry education goals, feasibility, sustainability, and budget justification. - Applicants will be notified of decisions by June 30, 2026. 4. **If Awarded:** - Coordinate with your school or district (fiscal agent) to receive funds via electronic transfer. - Submit all required acceptance documents as instructed by ACS. --- ## Additional Information - Funds must be used for the intended project and cannot be disbursed directly to individuals. - Grant recipients are required to submit a final report by June 30 of the grant year. - Example proposals and a grant-writing webinar are available to help applicants strengthen their submissions. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Application Instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant.html) - [Start Your Application](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs) - [Application Checklist & Resources](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant/apply.html) - [Example Funded Proposals](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-hach-high-school-chemistry-classroom-grant/apply.html) - [Grant Writing Webinar: Enhance Your Chemistry Classroom with Other People’s Money](http://bit.ly/4Grant) - [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 additional support, visit the [ACS Contact Page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html).

ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant

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