Maryland Robotics Grant Program FY 2026

Maryland Robotics Grant Program FY 2026 is sponsored by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). This annual grant funds Local Education Agencies (LEAs), schools, and nonprofit organizations working with Maryland public K-12 schools to develop and expand robotics education programs. The program supports STEM education aligned with Maryland K-12 Computer Science Standards.

Maryland Robotics Grant FY 2026 Office of Finance and Operations Office of Finance and Operations Information Technology Branch Facilities and Operations Branch Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs Pupil Transportation and Emergency Management Branch Office of Equity Assurance and Compliance Procurement and Contract Management Branch Office of School Facilities Maryland Robotics Grant FY 2026 The Robotics Grant Program is an annual grant program that is administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to provide funding to Local Education Agencies (LEAs), schools, and nonprofit organizations associated with public schools.

The program aims to support the development and expansion of robotics programs across the state and to provide students with the opportunity to engage in high‑quality STEM education practices that prepare them for success in the 21st Century workforce. The grant is open to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and non‑profit organizations who are working with Maryland public K‑12 schools.

The purpose of this grant is to provide opportunities for students to engage in robotics education programs that will help them develop critical thinking, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills. This is achieved by introducing them to Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming at their local high school.

The Robotics Grant Program is designed to ensure that all students in Maryland have access to robotics education programs that are aligned with the Maryland K‑12 Computer Science Standards and/or the Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy. These programs can be implemented within the school day or as extracurricular activities and may include the development of new programs or the expansion of existing programs.

GRANT INFORMATION GUIDE (GIG) When will the application be open? This Grant Information Guide (GIG) will be released on July 7, 2025. Application Submission Date Friday, August 15, 2025.

No later than 5:00 pm EST. Total funding amount is $350,000. Estimated Number of Grants Thirty-five (35) grants between $5,000 and $20,000.

Customer Service Support Sessions MSDE will hold three customer service support sessions for interested applicants. During these sessions, MSDE personnel will review what applicants need to get started, the program requirements, as well as a walk‑through of the application.

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Session 1 Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Session 2 Friday, July 25, 2025 – Session 3 Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – Session 4 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 – Session 5 Office‑Hour Support Sessions No office‑hour support sessions are scheduled for this program.

If you have questions about the application or the process, please contact the Program Manager: Coordinator, Postsecondary Programs A list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) and answers will be posted to the MSDE website following customer service support sessions. Grant Information Guide (PDF) Application for Participation (Zipped Word)