Florida · National Grant

American Honda Foundation (Florida)

The American Honda Foundation funds STEM and math education programs across the U.S., with a focus on youth, scientific literacy, and programs that build problem-solving and analytical skills in underserved communities, including Florida schools.

Funding

$20,000–$75,000

Eligibility

U.S. nonprofits and schools (national program)

Grade Focus

K-12 and higher education

Subject

STEM / Math / Science

Deadline

Quarterly (February, May, August, November)

Type

National Grant

About This Grant

The American Honda Foundation has funded STEM and scientific education programs in the U.S. since 1984. The foundation prioritizes programs that are youthful, scientific, innovative, and relevant — criteria that map well to hands-on CS and physical computing programs serving Florida's diverse student populations.

Honda's manufacturing presence in the U.S. reflects an interest in technical education and STEM workforce development. Programs that connect classroom STEM learning to engineering and technology careers — particularly for underrepresented students — align with Honda's vision of supporting the next generation of American innovators.

Florida STEM programs serving Title I schools, English language learners, or students in rural communities are particularly competitive with the American Honda Foundation. The quarterly application cycle gives Florida educators multiple chances per year to submit — a significant advantage over funders with single annual cycles.

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Eligibility

U.S. public charities (501(c)(3)) with youth-focused STEM or math programs
Florida nonprofits and schools with qualifying education programs
Programs serving youth from low-income or underrepresented backgrounds preferred
Programs with clear STEM, scientific, or mathematical learning objectives

Allowable Uses

Physical computing hardware (coding kits, micro:bits, robotics)
CS and AI literacy curriculum
Teacher professional development
Research activities, student investigations, and STEM career exposure

Forward Education Products for This Grant

Forward Education offers classroom-ready kits that align with Florida CS standards and fit cleanly into grant budgets. All kits include teacher guides and curriculum.

micro:bit Starter Kit — Entry-level physical computing, perfect for introducing coding and computational thinking.
MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — Hands-on AI literacy curriculum covering machine learning concepts for K-12 classrooms.
Coding for Good Kit — Project-based learning kit connecting coding skills to real-world community challenges.
micro:bit Robotics Kit — Advanced robotics and engineering challenges for deeper CS exploration.

Keep in Mind

Honda's four criteria — youthful, scientific, innovative, relevant — should be woven explicitly through your application narrative.
Quarterly deadlines give you four chances per year; don't wait for a single annual deadline.
Programs that develop problem-solving and critical thinking through STEM — not just skill-drilling — align best with Honda's values.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does American Honda Fund Florida specifically?

Honda funds national programs; Florida-based organizations are equally eligible. There is no state-specific preference.

What does 'youthful' mean in Honda's criteria?

Honda defines 'youthful' as primarily serving youth and young people (typically under 25). Adult education programs are generally not funded.

Can a school district apply to Honda?

School districts are typically not 501(c)(3) organizations. A school foundation or partnering nonprofit usually serves as the applicant.

Are there restrictions on what hardware can be purchased?

Honda grants are for program expenses including materials and supplies. Hardware purchases should be directly tied to student STEM learning activities.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide curriculum alignment documents mapped to Florida CS standards, pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for qualifying applications. Reach out before you apply.