[American Association of Physics Teachers](https://www.aapt.org)

July 1, 2026 (Annual application deadline)

Two-year electronic AAPT memberships; several awarded annually; includes online access to major AAPT journals.

Provides two-year AAPT memberships to physics teachers in eligible developing countries to support access to educational resources and professional networks.

--- ## Description The Harold Q. and Charlotte Mae Fuller Fund is an endowment established by the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) to promote the internationalization of its membership. The fund specifically supports physics teachers in countries classified as low, lower-middle, or upper-middle income economies, as well as those in countries with nonconvertible currencies. Recipients are awarded two-year electronic AAPT memberships, granting access to the American Journal of Physics, The Physics Teacher, and Physics Today. The initiative is designed to connect international physics educators with resources and the broader AAPT community, ultimately promoting excellence in physics teaching worldwide. --- ## Due Dates - July 1, 2026: Annual application deadline (for memberships beginning September 1, 2026 and running through August 31, 2028) - Previous due dates: July 1 annually --- ## Funding Amount - Award: Several two-year electronic AAPT memberships per year - Value: Membership includes full electronic access to the American Journal of Physics, The Physics Teacher, and Physics Today - Duration: Membership starts September 1 and lasts for two years (through August 31 two years later) - No direct monetary award is given; the value is in the membership and journal access --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be physics teachers residing in countries classified as low, lower-middle, or upper-middle income economies according to the [World Bank's country and lending groups](https://datahelpdesk.worldbank.org/knowledgebase/articles/906519-world-bank-country-and-lending-groups). - Countries with nonconvertible currencies are also eligible. - The eligibility list is periodically updated by the AAPT Membership and Benefits Committee based on the current World Bank classification. - The program is not open to teachers in high-income countries. --- ## Application Process 1. Complete the [Fuller Fund Application](https://apps.aapt.org/MGrants/verify.cfm) online. 2. Submit a one-page narrative statement describing your background and explaining how AAPT membership will benefit you and promote excellence in physics teaching in your country. 3. Provide the name and contact information of one individual who can verify your qualifications (reference will be contacted directly). 4. Applications are reviewed by the Fuller Fund Selection Committee, which includes AAPT leadership and international physics education representatives. 5. Application deadline is July 1 each year, with memberships beginning September 1. --- ## Additional Information - Recipients receive full electronic AAPT membership, which includes access to key journals and resources, but no cash grant. - The program is highly competitive, with several memberships awarded annually. - The eligible countries list may change; applicants should verify eligibility each year. --- ## External Links - [Full Program Details and Application Instructions](https://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/fullerfund.cfm) - [Online Application Portal](https://apps.aapt.org/MGrants/verify.cfm) - [World Bank Country and Lending Groups (Eligibility Reference)](https://datahelpdesk.worldbank.org/knowledgebase/articles/906519-world-bank-country-and-lending-groups) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [eo@aapt.org](mailto:eo@aapt.org) | | Phone | +1 301-209-3311 | | Program Information | [AAPT Grants & Scholarships](https://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/) | | Online Contact Form | [Contact AAPT](https://www.aapt.org/aboutaapt/organization/contact_us.cfm) |

Harold Q. and Charlotte Mae Fuller Fund

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