Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation: STEM Grants
What This Grant Funds
The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation, headquartered in Philadelphia, runs one of the country's largest corporate STEM philanthropy programs. The Foundation funds K-12 coding, AI literacy, and STEM initiatives with a focus on expanding access for underserved and diverse student populations. Grants support curriculum development, technology tools, professional development, and after-school programming. The Foundation also funds digital equity and internet access initiatives, which can complement school STEM programs.
Who Is Eligible in Pennsylvania
K-12 schools, nonprofits, and education organizations across Pennsylvania are eligible, with particular focus on communities served by Comcast's cable and internet infrastructure. Organizations in Philadelphia and other major Pennsylvania markets are well-positioned to apply, though the Foundation funds programs statewide and nationally. Priority goes to programs serving students from low-income households, students of color, and students in communities with limited access to technology.
Funding Amounts
Grants typically range from $25,000 to $500,000. Multi-year partnerships with the Foundation are possible for organizations with strong track records and scalable programs.
How Forward Education Products Qualify
Forward Education's coding curriculum and AI literacy tools, including MicroChat, directly address Comcast Foundation priorities around digital skills and technology access. Our micro:bit kits provide physical computing experiences that build foundational coding skills for students who may not have prior technology exposure. For Philadelphia-area and underserved Pennsylvania school applications, we can document how our products remove barriers to entry and give all students equal access to hands-on CS learning.
How to Apply and Timeline
The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation accepts applications through its online grants portal. Most grant cycles open in the spring with awards announced in the fall. Larger partnerships often begin with a relationship-building conversation with a regional program officer. Organizations new to the Foundation should start by reviewing the funding guidelines and ensuring their program aligns to stated priorities before applying.
Visit the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation philanthropy page for current guidelines and the application portal.
