Science Institution Grant Program
This grant funds community-driven science outreach and education projects that advance public engagement and learning in STEM, supporting initiatives like after-school programs, demonstrations, and science resource acquisition.
Funder: Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per application; typically for one year.
Summary: Supports community groups and organizations in developing and delivering impactful science outreach and education initiatives.
Key Information: Past awardees have a 1-year exclusion period before reapplying.
Description
The Science Institution Grant Program, offered by the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh (SACP) and The Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP), provides funding to community groups, clubs, and organizations for the development and support of science outreach programs or activities. The program aims to foster impactful science education and outreach at all levels, supporting a variety of projects such as STEM-based initiatives, after-school programs, community science demonstrations, wildlife awareness projects, and the purchase of science learning resources. Funded projects must align with the core mission of advancing science education and outreach.
