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DoD STEM FIRST® Team Grant is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD STEM). This grant provides funding for preseason costs to field a team or class pack in one of the five FIRST® programs (including robotics competitions) and registration for FIRST® Championships. The program aims to inspire and develop STEM talent and increase the pipeline of candidates for technical careers.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Teams must have active and ongoing support from a DoW-affiliated coordinator AND mentor. Preference is given to DoDEA and military-connected teams/schools (serving 10% or more military-connected students). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was June 12, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
DoD STEM FIRST® Team Grant is funded by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD STEM). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
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