High School Equipment Grants (HSEG)
The HSEG program funds high school science teachers to obtain laboratory equipment, prioritizing spectroscopy tools, to enhance hands-on science education and student understanding.
Funder: Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh
Due Dates: November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per school; equipment only, no cash awards (except in special cases); one award per school per 2-year period.
Summary: Supports high school science teachers in select states to purchase science equipment, with priority for spectroscopy-related tools.
Key Information: Schools may only receive one award every two years; equipment is purchased and shipped directly by the funder.
Description
The High School Equipment Grants (HSEG) program, offered by the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh, provides funding for high school science teachers to acquire laboratory equipment that enhances science education. The program places special emphasis on equipment related to spectroscopy, including tools for light, color interference, diffraction, line spectra, and spectrophotometry, but will consider other science equipment requests. The grant aims to facilitate hands-on learning and improve students' understanding of scientific concepts by providing access to modern laboratory tools.
