Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
Eligibility
Public middle & high school teachers (grades 6-12)
Program Goals
Samsung's national STEM competition awards prizes to 500 schools every year - from $1,000 tech packages up to $100,000 for the three national winners. Teams tackle a real problem in their community using STEM, and entries open in mid-September.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Next deadline 2026-11-24 — start the application 4–6 weeks ahead.
Cycle Notes
2025-26 cycle ran Sep 17-Nov 24; 2026-27 dates not yet posted - expect a mid-September open (verified Aug 2026)
Grant Award Amount
$1K-$100K (3x $100K national winners, 7x $50K finalists, 90x $10K semifinalists, 400x $1K; 500 schools win)
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Smart Solar Kit, Climate Action Kit, CHARGE coding & robotics kits
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow in Pennsylvania?
Public middle & high school teachers (grades 6-12)
How much funding is available through Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?
$1K-$100K (3x $100K national winners, 7x $50K finalists, 90x $10K semifinalists, 400x $1K; 500 schools win). Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges.
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 Pennsylvania schools apply for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?
Next deadline 2026-11-24 — start the application 4–6 weeks ahead.
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 Pennsylvania 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 — Pennsylvania 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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