Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
Eligibility
- K–12 public and private schools
- Classroom teachers applying directly
- Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education
Program Goals
National STEM competition for grades 6–12 public school students. Teams design STEM-based solutions to real community problems. State winners receive classroom technology packages; national winners receive $100K in Samsung technology.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Annual; entry period typically opens fall, check samsung.com/us/solvefortomorrow for current cycle
Grant Award Amount
State winners: $20K in Samsung tech; National winners: up to $100K
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.
- CHARGE (micro:bit climate sensor) — Hands-on climate sensor built on the micro:bit platform for collecting real environmental data. Supports place-based STEM learning and qualifies for environmental science and physical computing 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.
Funders in this category care about measurable environmental literacy gains. Frame your request around what students will understand and do differently, with Forward Education tools as the vehicle to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow in California?
K–12 public and private schools Classroom teachers applying directly Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education
How much funding is available through Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?
State winners: $20K in Samsung tech; National winners: up to $100K. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.
Can Samsung Solve for Tomorrow funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 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 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?
Annual; entry period typically opens fall, check samsung.com/us/solvefortomorrow for current cycle
How can Forward Education help with Samsung Solve for Tomorrow funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for California schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 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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