Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA)
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)

NCRR encourages applications to its SEPA program for the development and evaluation of innovative research education programs to improve Pre K-12 research career opportunities and the community's understanding of the health science advances supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded clinical and basic research. SEPA encourages dynamic partnerships between biomedical and clinical researchers and Pre K-12 teachers and schools and other interested organizations. Particular importance will be given to applications that target Pre K-12 and/or ISE/media topics that may not be addressed by existing curriculum, community-based or ISE/media activities. SEPA K-12 programs provide educational resources, a supportive learning environment, near-peer mentoring and community involvement. Pre K-12 curriculum content must be inquiry-based, hands-on, biomedically relevant and rigorously evaluated.

Environmental Literacy and Bay Water Education and Training
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

This link shows up to date funding announcements for NOAA's Environmental Literacy Grants (ELG) and Bay-Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) programs. ELG are competitive national grants focused on creating an environmentally literate public that uses a comprehensive understanding of the role of the ocean, coasts, Great Lakes, weather and climate in the global ecosystem to make the best social and economic decisions. The B-WET program is an environmental education program that promotes locally relevant, experiential learning in the K-12 environment.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)

NIEHS has fostered partnerships for science education since 1993. The purpose of the science education projects has been to improve overall academic performance as well as enhance students' comprehension of and interest in environmental health sciences. These programs provided teachers with opportunities for professional development so that they can use the curricular materials effectively in the classroom. Grantees have developed many innovative and engaging, standards-based curricular materials. Following are the past and current programs supported by NIEHS with a focus on K-12 environmental health science education.

NIAID Science Education Awards
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

This funding opportunity solicits applications from organizations that propose creative and innovative research education programs that will 1) increase the publics understanding of biomedical research, or 2) encourage K-12 students to enter areas in biomedical science in the mission area(s) of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Examples of appropriate Science Education projects include, but are not limited to, those listed below: -K-12 curriculum that will increase student understanding and interest in science and the scientific method. -Professional development and/or research internship opportunities for K-12 teachers that deliver scientific content, an understanding of the scientific research process and pedagogical skills. -Science center and public outreach activities (e.g., Science Cafes and after school programs) that will educate students, teachers and the community on topical, health related research such as: HIV/AIDS, immune mediated diseases (including allergies and asthma), vaccines and their importance, and emerging and re-emerging infectious disease.

NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts
National Institutes of Health (NIH)

The NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts is the official publication for NIH medical and behavioral research grant policies, guidelines and funding opportunities. NIH Guide announcements (PAs, RFAs and Notices) are published daily. See below for a description of each announcement type. At the end of each work week (usually on Friday afternoon), NIH transmits an e-mail to the NIH Guide LISTSERV with a Current Weekly Table of Contents (TOC), including links to announcements published during the week.

LIONS: Local Investigations of Natural Science
National Science Foundation (NSF)

Local Investigations of Natural Science (LIONS) engages grade 5-8 students from University City schools, Missouri in structured out-of-school programs that provide depth and context for their regular classroom studies. The programs are led by district teachers. A balanced set of investigations engage students in environmental research, computer modeling, and advanced applications of mathematics. Throughout, the artificial boundary between classroom and community is bridged as students use the community for their studies and resources from local organizations are brought into school. Through these projects, students build interest and awareness of STEM-related career opportunities and the academic preparation needed for success.

Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST)
National Science Foundation

ITEST projects may include students or teachers, kindergarten through high school age, and any area of the STEM workforce. Projects that explore cyberlearning, specifically learning with cyberinfrastructure tools such as networked computing and communications technologies in K-12 settings, are of special interest. The Strategies category seeks projects design, implement, and evaluate models for classroom, after-school, summer, virtual, and/or year-round learning experiences for students and/or teachers. The strategies are intended to encourage students readiness for, and their interest and participation in, the STEM workforce of the future. Strategies project proposals must describe the anticipated contribution to the research knowledge base about STEM career preparation in addition to immediate impacts on participants.

Intel Schools of Distinction
Intel

This awards program is open to K12 public, private, charter, and parochial schools in the United States, Department of Defense Dependents schools, and Bureau of Indian Affairs schools. There are two categories for the 2011 Intel Schools of Distinction Award: mathematics and science. Programs for either math or science should be designed to ensure high levels of achievement for all students in all program areas. Among many other aspects, judges take into consideration for each schools level of community involvement, level of collaboration/teamwork, and variety of instructional strategies incorporating such areas as critical-thinking skills, hands-on experiences, and project-based learning.

Toyota Philanthropy Grant
Toyota

Education is the focus of Toyota's giving. In addition to funding national programs, Toyota supports the social well-being of communities where it has major operations (Alabama, California, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, Texas and West Virginia). This includes assistance for Arts & Culture and Civic & Community Development, Health & Human Services.

The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program
Wild Ones® Natural Landscapers, Ltd.

Grant is awarded to groups with projects that teach students and community about native plants and native plant community. Awards range from $100-$500 and are restricted to help purchase plants and seeds.

Innovation Generation Grants
Motorola

Awards will be granted to programs that provide engaging hands on activities and spark interest in STEM careers among students in K-University. Priority given to programs that focus on girls and minorities underrepresented in STEM careers. Local Impact Grants ranging from $25,000-$50,000 will be given to STEM Education programs and Collaborative Grants ranging from $100K-$250K will be given to collaborations between two or more non-profit organizations, schools and/or school districts.

American Honda Foundation
American Honda Motor Co.

With the mission to help meet the needs of American society in the areas of youth and scientific education by awarding grants to nonprofits, while strategically assisting communities in deriving long-term benefits, the American Honda Foundation engages in grant making that reflects the basic tenets, beliefs and philosophies of Honda companies, which are characterized by the following qualities: imaginative, creative, youthful, forward-thinking, scientific, humanistic and innovative. The America Honda Foundation supports youth education with a specific focus on the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects in addition to the environment.

STEM Education Program
S.D. Bechtel Jr., Foundation

This program aims to fund projects that promote STEM literacy in students K-12 and into STEM careers. Heavily focused in California, the three main objectives of grants are to promote early engagement, continue students through the STEM pipeline and build educator capacity within systems.

Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

This grant is designed to fund projects that teach science in a fun and creative way. While the Project Director is required to be a science teacher who has taught science for at least 2 years, elements of the proposal can be activities in the out of school time and involve the community at large.