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

June 2026 (application deadline for upcoming AAPT national meeting, projected)

One-year grants; amount depends on annual budget; at least two awards per category (conference/travel) per year.

Supports AAPT members’ travel and participation in physics education conferences, workshops, and meetings to advance AAPT’s mission.

--- ## Description The Special Project and Philanthropy Awards provide one-year grants to support AAPT members in attending physics education conferences, workshops, and international meetings. Funding covers conference fees, travel (including room and board), and registration costs. The program’s goal is to enhance the visibility and impact of AAPT by supporting activities that serve members, recruit new members, and further the mission of improving physics education. Awardees are expected to present at AAPT meetings and submit a final report on their funded activities. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated application deadline for the upcoming AAPT national meeting) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Awards are for one year only. - The total number and size of awards depend on the annual budget. - At least two awards are made in each category (conference and travel) annually. - Grants cover conference fees, travel (including room and board), and registration, but cannot be used for salaries. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be members of AAPT (at least one member for group applications). - NSBP (National Society of Black Physicists) and NSHP (National Society of Hispanic Physicists) members are eligible for diversity travel grants, with preference given to AAPT members. - All academic levels (high school, two-year college, four-year college/university, research institutions) are eligible and encouraged to participate. - Previous recipients may reapply. - Special consideration is given to high school and two-year college faculty from underrepresented groups or institutions with predominantly underrepresented students. - Underrepresented groups include (but are not limited to): African American/Black, Southeast Asian descent, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American/Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander, and individuals from multiple races including the above. --- ## Application Process - Applications are typically submitted in advance of the AAPT national meeting; forms and deadlines are posted on the meeting webpage. - Applicants must describe how their participation will provide service to AAPT members, recruit new members, or strengthen AAPT’s mission. - Awardees are required to present at AAPT meetings and submit a final report within one year of the funded event. - Additional application criteria may be specified in the application forms. --- ## Additional Information - The grant aims for inclusive participation in both event planning and attendance, encouraging involvement from all relevant academic groups. - International members (outside North America) may apply for travel support to attend AAPT Summer or Winter Meetings. - The program values diversity in race, culture, religion, attributes, heritage, age, gender, sexual orientation, and other characteristics. --- ## External Links - [AAPT Special Project and Philanthropy Awards program page](https://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/Special-Projects-Fund-and-Awards.cfm) - [AAPT main website](https://www.aapt.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact AAPT](https://www.aapt.org/aboutaapt/organization/contact_us.cfm) | | Email | eo@aapt.org | | Phone | 301-209-3311 |

Special Project and Philanthropy Awards

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