Creag Foundation Grants for District of Columbia Innovators
District of Columbia STEM / STEAM education and other human services nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status can access funding through Creag Foundation to support innovative approaches to social problems. Organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are testing new solutions or addressing unmet issues may be invited to apply.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Education Funding from DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs, including STEM and science education in District of Columbia, can seek support for direct services and enrichment initiatives. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, DanPaul Foundation provides up to US $15,000 for eligible projects worldwide that match its goals.
The Dan Paul Foundation
STEM and Economic Empowerment Grants from Cisco
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs in the District of Columbia can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. STEM and digital skills education initiatives serving mostly economically underserved communities may be eligible through a year-round LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Support for STEM Education
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in the District of Columbia can seek funding for safety, community development, and education initiatives, including K–12 STEM and higher education programs. State Farm Companies Foundation supports long-term, sustainable projects that improve academic performance, STEM learning, and pathways to college and career success.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for STEM Culture
Focused on STEM and arts education, William Randolph Hearst Foundation invites District of Columbia cultural and educational nonprofits to seek support for impactful arts, science, and STEAM programs. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million can request more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support that serves large populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support social service programs that address chronic poverty and strengthen families. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations, including those in District of Columbia, expand proven efforts in areas like affordable housing, job training, youth development, and reentry services.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
District of Columbia STEM Funding via Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations offering STEM education, health, or community programs in the District of Columbia can apply for the Labcorp Charitable Foundation’s grants. Funding supports STEM programming, healthcare and patient services for underserved populations, food pantries and meal programs, and initiatives promoting healthy lifestyles through research and screening, with requests reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Education
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations improving education and youth outcomes in the District of Columbia and beyond can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Focused on education, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds work benefiting urban low-income children in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
STEM and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Roche
Nonprofit charities in the District of Columbia seeking support for STEM/STEAM education, humanitarian, social, community, environmental, or arts initiatives may be eligible for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy. Roche supports accredited, high-quality projects that promote sustainable development and can actively involve its expertise, logistics, local affiliates, and employees in education and community-focused activities.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities can apply for Semnani Family Foundation grants, including work in the District of Columbia. Funding supports health care access, disaster relief, child and women’s health, literacy, and related human services, which may include STEM or medical education initiatives serving vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
District of Columbia Education Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Education and STEM-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in District of Columbia can seek support for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs that significantly benefit their communities. Focused on broad public welfare, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust funds tax-exempt organizations whose projects serve U.S. populations and demonstrate strong management and substantial impact.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the District of Columbia can seek sponsorship for community programs that advance economic mobility and social progress. With a mission to strengthen low- and moderate-income communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides support for basic needs, workforce development and education, community development, arts and culture, the environment, and diversity and inclusion initiatives that may include STEM education components.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Grants for Self-Reliance
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in the District of Columbia, can apply for US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support their programs. Gupta Family Foundation funds smaller 501(c)(3) and qualifying foreign organizations focused on poverty, disability, social alienation, and disaster relief across several countries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Education-focused 501(c)(3) organizations, including those offering STEM or STEAM programs in the District of Columbia, can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants of up to US $10,000 to support education, social justice, health, arts, or ethical journalism initiatives, including general operating support. National efforts that align with the Trust’s mission may also be considered.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Education Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations in the U.S., including those in District of Columbia, can use this grant to tell powerful stories about their impact. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support storytelling projects for programs in education, preservation, or wellness, with awards of more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
District of Columbia Education Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Grants from Robinson Foundation help District of Columbia 501(c)(3) education organizations address community needs through single-year projects. Eligible nonprofits must be at least three years old and serve communities in the Southern region, including D.C., in areas such as education, children and families, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, veterans, animal welfare, conservation, or religious and spiritual endeavors.
Robinson Foundation
District of Columbia Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
District of Columbia STEM and other education nonprofits can access funding through Insperity for community service programs or fundraising event sponsorships. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must either be Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work, with one grant or sponsorship request allowed per year.
Insperity
District of Columbia Community Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on community and environmental initiatives, this grant invites District of Columbia 501(c)(3) organizations to seek support for charitable programs. The Dudley T Dougherty Foundation funds nonprofits working in community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding, which may include STEM and STEAM education efforts connected to these areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants. District of Columbia groups offering STEM or other enrichment programs for at-risk youth may be eligible if they meet the mission, distance, and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in the District of Columbia can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work. Focused on community and environmental programs, the Lawrence Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply for flexible funding that can include reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Education Grants in District of Columbia
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the District of Columbia offering education, skills-training, or youth programs can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support their work. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those providing STEM or STEAM education, museums, cultural programs, and community-based services, where modest funding can have significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Education
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
501(c)(3) nonprofits with education, STEM, or related programs in the District of Columbia can seek project funding from the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. The foundation primarily supports U.S. organizations in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental fields through one-year grants.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Support for Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates can apply for O'Reilly Automotive Foundation funding for project, general operating, or capital support that improves quality of life. Organizations in the District of Columbia working on economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief, including related STEM literacy or job-readiness efforts, may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
STEM Workforce Training Grants for Youth from DC Department of Employment Services
Applications due Apr 29, 2027
District of Columbia youth-serving organizations offering STEM career exploration and education programs can apply for the MBSYEP Pathways to STEM Grant, with awards up to US $150,000 for a 6-week learning experience. Funding from the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services supports in-person STEM career exploration and college visits for local youth.
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services
Chick Fil A Foundation Youth Grants in District of Columbia
Applications due May 1, 2027
District of Columbia youth-focused nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards to support education, leadership development, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship programs. U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives serving underserved young people and their families, including projects that incorporate STEM or related educational components.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Nonprofit Funding via Mutual Of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can receive national recognition and support for collaborative programs through the Mutual Of America Foundation Community Partnership Award. With a mission to honor impactful cross-sector initiatives, this award highlights models that may benefit District of Columbia groups advancing STEM or related education efforts.
Mutual Of America Foundation