Georgia · Federal STEM Grant

Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia)

Funding

Varies per lab program

Grade Focus

K–12

Application Due

Annual; check doe.gov/stem

Level of Gov't

Federal (National Labs)

Eligibility

Georgia K-12 schools near DOE facilities (especially Savannah River Site region)
Programs focused on energy, climate, or environmental science
Nonprofits serving communities near DOE installations
Programs with clear connections to STEM workforce development

Program Goals

DOE national labs including Sandia fund K-12 STEM and climate education in communities near their facilities. Schools in Georgia near DOE installations can apply.

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Application and Distribution

Check doe.gov/stem for current opportunities. DOE national labs (Savannah River National Laboratory, Oak Ridge) have their own education outreach programs. Contact your nearest DOE facility's Education Program Manager directly.

Grant Award Amount

Varies per lab program

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

micro:bit Classroom Kits — Physical computing tools for STEM education. Aligns with DOE's interest in applied science and engineering education; hands-on hardware supports the kind of experimental learning DOE programs favor.
Coding for Climate Kit — Environmental science and coding curriculum connected to energy and climate topics. Strong alignment with DOE's focus on energy literacy and climate education.
CHARGE Climate Sensor — Hands-on environmental data collection kit. Supports inquiry-based science programs aligned with DOE STEM education priorities.

Keep in Mind

Proximity to DOE facilities matters

DOE national labs prioritize communities near their facilities. Georgia schools near the Savannah River Site (Augusta area) or other DOE facilities in the Southeast region have the strongest case for DOE-sponsored STEM education funding.

Contact your regional DOE office first

The DOE Southeast Regional Office coordinates STEM education outreach in Georgia. Contact them before applying to understand current priorities and available programs in your community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia) in Georgia?

Georgia K-12 schools near DOE facilities (especially Savannah River Site region) Programs focused on energy, climate, or environmental science Nonprofits serving communities near DOE installations Programs with clear connections to STEM workforce development

How much funding is available through Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia)?

Varies per lab program. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.

Can Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia) funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia) 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 Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia)?

How can Forward Education help with Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia) funding?

Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Georgia schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Sandia National Laboratories / DOE: STEM Education (Georgia) funds. Contact us before submitting your application.

Grant Support

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Curriculum alignment documents — Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) and CTAE 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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