Program Development Grants
The Society of Women Engineers' Program Development Grants support the creation of impactful STEM outreach, professional development, and advocacy events that advance women in engineering.
Funder: Society of Women Engineers
Due Dates: September 20, 2026 | January 10, 2027 | April 11, 2027
Funding Amounts: $250–$5,000 per grant; up to 3 open grants per organization; max $15,000 total open grants.
Summary: Micro-grants supporting SWE groups to launch professional development, advocacy, or outreach events that advance SWE’s mission.
Key Information: Events must occur at least 45 days after the application deadline; repeat events are only partially funded or ineligible.
Description
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Program Development Grants (PDG) provide micro-grants to SWE Sections, Affiliates, Members at Large (MAL), SWENext, and Affinity Groups. These grants are intended to empower local SWE organizations to create, expand, or enhance impactful professional development, advocacy, and outreach events that further SWE’s mission to support women in engineering and technology. Funding supports a wide variety of activities, such as hands-on K-12 outreach, skill-building workshops, leadership development, and other strategic initiatives.
