Amateur Radio Grants
Amateur Radio Grants support organizations’ education, licensing, and related amateur radio projects, prioritizing youth initiatives that help grow amateur radio’s future and sustain its activities.
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Funder: National Association for Amateur Radio
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (October cycle) | February 28, 2027 (February cycle) | June 30, 2027 (June cycle)
Funding Amounts: Generally up to $3,000; awards may reach $5,000 in 2026
Summary: Supports organizations conducting amateur radio education, licensing, and related projects in the United States, especially youth initiatives.
Key Information: Emergency communications equipment, facilities, and projects are not eligible.
Description
The ARRL Foundation’s Amateur Radio Grants program provides limited funding to organizations for amateur radio-related projects and initiatives, particularly those focused on education, licensing, and supporting amateur radio activities. Youth-based projects are especially encouraged as a way to grow amateur radio’s future. The program supports initiatives conducted within the United States.
The Foundation prefers projects with a high likelihood of sustainability or expansion and demonstrated support from local amateur radio communities or clubs. It also favors organizations that have successfully raised other funds before submitting a proposal, rather than relying on the Foundation as their sole funder. Proposals are considered in three annual cycles, with the Foundation’s Grant Committee reviewing applications and the full Foundation Board making formal funding decisions.
