A collection of STEM-focused grant opportunities available now!
Discover the latest funding opportunities for K-12 schools to enhance STEAM education with Ozobot! Our December Grant and Funding Report is your comprehensive guide to exploring financial support available now for building a program with Ozobot’s innovative classroom tools. With updated resources, actionable tips, and grant suggestions tailored for educators, this report is designed to empower schools to bring engaging coding, robotics, and hands-on learning to students. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or parent advocate, explore how to make STEAM education more accessible and impactful for the next generation.
In case you missed it, check out the Ozobot Grant Report: November edition here!
New & Noteworthy
Teacher Grants for Innovation
State: GA
Application deadline: 12/15/24
The goal of Teacher Grants for Innovation is straightforward: they are intended to fund an innovative project designed to improve learning outcomes for a specific teacher. With a very approachable application, this grant can be used for the Ozobot product of choice, as long as a compelling case is made that details how it will solve a problem related to student academic achievement.
Eligible Ozobot product:
Ozobot meets the grant’s definition of “innovative” in the following ways:
- Targets the root cause: Ozobot solves many problems pervasive in education today, such as lack of engagement, lack of hands-on opportunities for students, authentic integration of technology, quality instruction of computer science principles, lack of professional development in science and technology.
- Inclusive: Ozobot has several options to accommodate a range of learning needs. All of our curriculum was designed by educators and the Ozobot Education Team is comprised of former classroom teachers. That said, there are several resources to support teacher onboarding and make it accessible for teachers who have no experience in robotics or coding.
Quick facts:
- $2,500 available for eligible applicants
- Application deadline is 12/15/24
- Apply here
Pathways in Technology Early College High School
State: TX
Application deadline: 12/13/24
The Pathways in Technology Early College High School program is an open enrollment initiative that offers campuses an opportunity to plan to build a P-TECH within their district. Designed to support historically underserved and at-risk students, P-TECH schools offer opportunities for students to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously earning industry-based certifications and/or an associate degree on or before the sixth anniversary of a student’s first day of high school.
Eligible Ozobot product:
Why Ozobot aligns:
- ORA curriculum is specifically aligned with TEKS and CTE Pathways.
- The focus of this grant is on dual enrollment; students and institutions focused on career readiness. Additionally, the focus is on a high school diploma – our curriculum guides students to both.
- ORA’s six-axis configuration mirrors the robotic arms utilized in contemporary manufacturing, providing students with hands-on experience in operating advanced machinery.
Quick facts:
- Up to $200,000 per district; $2m total available
- Application deadline is 12/13/24
- Apply here
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Innovation in STEM Grant
State: ID
Application deadline: 1/13/25
Idaho National Laboratory cultivates Idaho’s education landscape by leveraging partnerships and resources to grow science,
technology, engineering and math opportunities for all. The program seeks to align future workforce needs with
STEM education in Idaho.
Eligible Ozobot product:
Why Ozobot aligns:
- Ozobot is a hands-on approach to integrating STEM into everyday contexts and academic content
- Ozobot emphasizes 21st Century Skills that are essential for today’s workforce
- ORA curriculum specifically aligns to several nationally recognized CTE standards
Quick facts:
- Up to $30,000 available for eligible applicants
- Application deadline is 1/13/25
- Apply here
NEW STEM BEST Program
State: IA
Application deadline: 12/11/24
The STEM BEST (Business Engaging Students and Teachers) Program is offered to prepare the students of Iowa for future success. These models will focus on developing programs that foster opportunities for growth within high-demand skill sets so students develop future-focused skills that align with the Iowa Academic Standards Universal Constructs (Future of Jobs Report 2023, World Economic Forum). These opportunities for students will afford them the ability to acquire the skills needed to become leaders and innovators of a future-focused Iowa.
Eligible Ozobot product:
Why Ozobot aligns:
The application rubric includes several sections that align well with Ozobot, including:
- STEM Curriculum: to achieve the highest score, applicants must demonstrate the curriculum they will purchase shows, “evidence of hands-on authentic learning opportunities versus a traditional sit and get” and “Clear evidence that curriculum developed aligns with standards and industry needs.” Ozobot is a hands-on tool whose engagement speaks for itself. It is aligned to CSTA, ISTE and CTE standards developed for workforce readiness and 21st Century skill development.
Quick facts:
- Up to $40,000 available for eligible applicants
- Application deadline is 12/11/24
- Apply here
Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program
State: Federal
Application deadline: 1/10/25
The Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program is designed to increase the availability of local foods in schools and connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals.
Eligible Ozobot product:
Why Ozobot aligns:
- Lettuce Grow and its accompanying curriculum meets two of the acceptable uses of this funding: edible gardens and standards-aligned curriculum addressing learning of sustainable agriculture practices.
Quick facts:
- Minimum of $5,000, up to $50,000
- Application deadline is 1/10/25
- Apply here
