Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation Grants
Eligibility
Maine nonprofits serving Maine communities. The King Foundation focuses on education, health, and community programs for underserved Mainers.
Program Goals
The Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation is one of Maine's most recognized private funders, supporting education, health, and community programs statewide. Note: 2026 grant operations are limited — check stkfoundation.org for current status.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Check stkfoundation.org for current grant availability. 2026 operations are limited.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle when open. 2026 is a limited year. Monitor stkfoundation.org.
Grant Award Amount
Up to $50,000 when the foundation is accepting applications.
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
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the King Foundation currently accepting applications?
2026 operations are limited. Check stkfoundation.org for current status.
Who is eligible?
Maine nonprofits serving Maine communities.
What does the King Foundation fund?
Education, health, and community programs for underserved Mainers.
How much does the foundation award?
Up to $50,000 when open.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for Maine education applications.
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 — Maine 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
Download the Forward Education Grant Guide
Our grant guide helps educators find the right funding sources and build strong applications for STEM and coding programs.
Get the Grant Guide
