Dependent Care Grants
The AAS Dependent Care Grant helps members cover extra child or adult care costs so they can attend scientific meetings, supporting greater participation in the astronomical research community.
Funder: American Astronomical Society
Due Dates: May 28, 2026 (Dependent Care Grant application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $250 per meeting; actual amount may vary by meeting and number of requests.
Summary: Supports AAS members with extra dependent care costs to enable attendance at professional meetings.
Key Information: Applicants must be registered for the meeting and current AAS or Division members by the application deadline.
Description
The Dependent Care Grants program from the American Astronomical Society (AAS) is designed to reduce the financial burden of child and adult dependent care for AAS members, enabling broader participation in professional meetings. The grant subsidizes eligible dependent care expenses incurred either at the meeting location or at home while the member attends the meeting. This initiative is particularly aimed at supporting early career scientists and those at smaller institutions who might otherwise be unable to participate due to caregiving responsibilities.
