North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants
Eligibility
- North Carolina K–12 public schools and charter schools
- North Carolina school districts and county offices of education
- North Carolina nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students
- Community organizations and volunteer groups in North Carolina
Program Goals
North Carolina state education department competitive grants for K-12 computer science, STEM, coding, and physical computing programs. Funds curriculum, teacher PD, and equipment.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Annual; check state DOE website
Grant Award Amount
Varies
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — Programmable microcontroller kits that introduce hands-on coding and electronics projects. Qualifies as CS/coding hardware for K-12 classrooms and supports physical computing education goals.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum connecting computer science to real-world community problems. Qualifies for CS education and digital literacy funding; builds computational thinking through authentic challenges.
- CHARGE Climate Sensor — Hands-on micro:bit-based climate and environmental sensor kit for real-world data collection. Supports place-based STEM learning and qualifies for environmental science and physical computing programs.
- MicroChat — AI-powered classroom learning tool that introduces students to artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts. Qualifies for AI literacy, educational technology, and computer science grant programs.
Keep in Mind
Deadlines for this grant vary by cycle. Subscribe to notifications from the funder and prepare your project proposal now so you can move quickly when the window opens.
North Carolina's EVERY Framework and Executive Order No. 24 have put AI education front and center. Funders in this space respond strongly to programs that go beyond using AI tools to building students' understanding of how AI actually works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants in North Carolina?
North Carolina K–12 public schools and charter schools North Carolina school districts and county offices of education North Carolina nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students Community organizations and volunteer groups in North Carolina
How much funding is available through North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants?
Funding varies by cycle and applicant. Check the current program guidelines for up-to-date award amounts.
Can North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do schools apply for North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants?
Annual; check state DOE website
How can Forward Education help with North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for North Carolina schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes North Carolina Department of Education: STEM/CS Competitive Grants funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — TEKS, Common Core, and state standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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