NHCF Responsive Grants
Eligibility
NH nonprofits and K-12 schools. Programs must serve NH residents. Multiple grant cycles run throughout the year.
Program Goals
NHCF Responsive Grants support community needs across New Hampshire including education, health, and environment. For schools, STEM enrichment, CS programs, and technology access projects are eligible.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications submitted through the NHCF online portal. Check nhcf.org for current open cycles and specific fund guidelines. Multiple cycles run throughout the year.
Cycle Notes
Multiple cycles per year. Check nhcf.org regularly for open cycles. Award decisions typically within 60-90 days of submission.
Grant Award Amount
Up to $10,000 per grant. Smaller requests have higher approval rates. First-time applicants should consider starting with a focused $2,500-$5,000 request.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times per year does NHCF offer Responsive Grants?
Multiple cycles run throughout the year. Check nhcf.org for current open cycles.
What is the maximum award?
Up to $10,000 per grant.
Can public schools apply directly?
Yes. NH public schools and nonprofits are both eligible.
What types of projects are funded?
Community education programs including STEM enrichment, technology access, and student learning initiatives.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for NHCF applications.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — New Hampshire standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
