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NSF Unidata Community Equipment Awards (2026) is sponsored by NSF (via NSF Unidata Program Center). Supports data sharing, software, and educational infrastructure needs of Earth Systems Science community—relevant for open data platform components.
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Reminder: 2026 NSF Unidata Equipment Awards | NSF Unidata Reminder: 2026 NSF Unidata Equipment Awards | NSF Unidata Reminder: 2026 NSF Unidata Equipment Awards NSF Unidata offers computer equipment grants to support a variety of projects The 2026 NSF Unidata Community Equipment Awards solicitation remains open until March 27, 2026 .
Created under the sponsorship of the U.S. National Science Foundation, NSF Unidata equipment awards are intended to encourage new members from diverse disciplinary backgrounds in the Earth Systems Sciences to join the NSF Unidata community, and to encourage existing members to continue their active participation, enhancing the community process.
For 2026, a total of $100,000 is available for awards; proposals for amounts up to $20,000 will be considered. Past recipients of NSF Unidata equipment awards have used the grants to procure equipment for data sharing, to create interactive data visualization laboratories, and to encourage the use of NSF Unidata software packages in research and education.
The proposal process is designed to be as low-impact as possible, with just a few required elements. You can view previously accepted proposals, and take advantage of a short proposal template if you choose. Staff at the NSF Unidata Program Center are happy to help you define the hardware requirements for your project or answer any other questions you may have while preparing a proposal.
NSF Unidata is dedicated to broadening participation in the Earth Systems Science community, and we particularly encourage small institutions, academic departments that have not previously submitted proposals to this program, and programs outside NSF Unidata's traditional atmospheric sciences community to apply. The deadline for submitting proposals is March 27, 2026 .
The NSF Unidata Program Center expects to notify submitters of award status by May 2026. For a complete description of the NSF Unidata Community Equipment Awards program, the proposal format, and the proposal review criteria, see the Call for Proposals . For more on the Community Equipment Awards, along with previous years' accepted proposals, see the Equipment Awards page.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Academic institutions and programs serving the Earth Systems Science community, particularly welcoming small institutions and departments new to the Unidata program. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $20,000 per proposal; $100,000 total available Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 27, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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