Funder: National Science Foundation (NSF)

Due Dates: January 15, 2026 (Third Thursday in January, Annually Thereafter)

Funding Amounts: Up to $1,200,000 per year for Alliances (up to 5 years); up to $750,000 per year for new Alliances (up to 3 years); up to $300,000 for Demonstration Projects (up to 2 years); Supplements up to $200,000.

Summary: Supports projects to increase participation of underrepresented U.S. groups in computing degrees through Alliances, Demonstration Projects, and Supplements with national impact.

Key Information: Proposals must include strong evaluation plans and demonstrate potential for widespread impact; open to U.S. institutions, nonprofits, and state/local governments; voluntary cost sharing prohibited.