Wireless, STEM, and Radio Technology Education Project Grants – $3000 – accepted year-round
University Student Research Challenge – $80,000 – due Feb 24, 2022 and Jun 23, 2022
January 3, 2022Youth Enjoy Science (YES) Research Education Program – $400,000 – Due Sep 28, 2022
January 3, 2022Sponsored by The Alfred E. Friend, Jr., W4CF, Educational Activities Fund of the American Radio Relay League Foundation
Eligibility: Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s): Grants up to $3,000 are awarded.
Deadline(s): Applications are accepted year-round.
Focus: Engineering, Professional Development, STEM/STEAM/STREAM, Technology Education/Computer Science, Technology Equipment/Devices
Grade Level(s): 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Higher Ed, Adult
Content Area(s): Mathematics, Science
Themes and Skills: Collaboration, Communication
State(s): National
Description: The Alfred E. Friend, Jr., W4CF, Educational Activities Fund provides annual grants for educational programs and activities of amateur radio organizations, with special emphasis on projects involving youth and teacher development. Eligible projects include explorations and ongoing education related to wireless; science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM); and radio technology. Preference is given to applicants with local radio club participation and supported by community fundraising. The fund is administered by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Foundation. Organizations with a focus on educating, licensing, and supporting amateur radio activities are eligible to apply. Youth-based projects and initiatives are encouraged. Applications must be submitted online
Contact: ARRL Foundation
225 Main St.
Newington, CT 06111-1400
Phone: 860.594.0200
Email: foundation@arrl.org
Website: http://www.arrl.org/arrl-foundation-special-funds