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Community Action Grant
STEM funding for girls’ community programs
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 6, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $75,000 to support community-based STEM initiatives for girls in grades K-12. It funds hands-on learning, mentorship, family engagement, confidence-building activities, and related programming.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 6, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hands-on STEM learning for girls in grades K-12
- Mentorship and role model exposure from women in STEM
- Confidence-building and STEM identity development
- College and career preparation focused on STEM fields
- Community-based programs that address barriers to girls’ STEM participation
Documents Needed
- Narrative application
- IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter
- Most recent Form 990
- Current and prior fiscal year budgets
- Financial statements and project budget
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- U.S.-based nonprofit organizations
- Fiscally sponsored organizations with 501(c)(3) status
- K-12 educational institutions
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations connected to AAUW board members, employees, review panelists, or their immediate family members in decision-making or financial roles
Eligible expenses
- Project-related program costs
- Indirect costs, if included in the budget
- Operational costs directly supporting the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Higher education scholarships
- Construction or renovations
- Past expenditures, deficits, or loans
- Grants to other organizations
- Fundraising, political, or lobbying activities
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
Processing and Agreement
- Letters of Interest are reviewed first, and some applicants are invited to continue.
- Full applications are reviewed by AAUW staff and a review panel.
- Applications are scored by two reviewers and discussed before final selection.
- Award notifications are issued before funds are disbursed.
- Reporting requirements are set out in the grant agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through AAUW’s online portal.
- Letters of Interest are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Selected applicants are invited to submit a full application.
- Reporting may include learning sessions and progress check-ins.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Action Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Action Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Community Action Grant?
This program offers up to $75,000 to support community-based STEM initiatives for girls in grades K-12. It funds hands-on learning, mentorship, family engagement, confidence-building activities, and related programming.
How much funding can be received?
Community Action Grant Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Action Grant program?
To be eligible for the Community Action Grant program, you must:
U.S.-based nonprofit or school
Program for girls in grades K-12
Capacity to manage and report funds
What expenses are eligible under Community Action Grant?
Hands-on STEM learning for girls in grades K-12
Mentorship and role model exposure from women in STEM
Confidence-building and STEM identity development
College and career preparation focused on STEM fields
Community-based programs that address barriers to girls’ STEM participation
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Action Grant?
You can contact American Association of University Women (AAUW) by email at awards@aauw.org.
Where is the Community Action Grant available?
The Community Action Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Community Action Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Action Grant is a Grant and Funding