Community Action Grant
Funds hands-on STEM programs that empower K-12 girls, especially from underrepresented groups, to pursue STEM education and careers through mentorship and community-based learning.
Funder: American Association of University Women
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026: Letter of Interest deadline | February 2027: Full application deadline (invited only)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per grant; both smaller and full awards considered; one-year project period.
Summary: Supports nonprofits and schools in creating hands-on STEM programs that empower K-12 girls, especially from underrepresented groups, to pursue STEM education and careers.
Description
This opportunity funds innovative, community-based programs that dismantle barriers to girls’ participation in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and build a diverse talent pipeline. Grants support U.S.-based nonprofits and educational institutions engaged in hands-on learning, mentorship, family involvement, and confidence-building experiences for K-12 girls, with a particular emphasis on reaching those from historically underrepresented communities. Grantees join a collaborative network focused on gender equity in STEM, gaining access to learning opportunities, increased visibility, and resources for systemic change.
