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STEM BEST Award

Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council
state fundingK-12 public and accredited nonpublic schoolsActive
Closes in 18 days

Up to $50,000 with a required 2:1 match.

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K-12 public and accredited nonpublic schools Meeting these requirements does not guarantee eligibility — please review the full requirements before applying.

Last checked: October 16, 2026

About this opportunity

STEM BEST (Businesses Engaging Students and Teachers) supports work-based and career-connected learning opportunities. Funds can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, travel, and professional development. The program focuses on high-demand skills like innovative thinking and complex collaboration.

Who can apply?

  • Schools
  • K-12 public and accredited nonpublic schools

What can funding be used for?

STEMCTEInnovation

How to apply

Applications open annually in September through the IowaGrants.gov portal. Both new and returning schools are eligible to apply.

Go to the official application

Verify all eligibility, funding amounts and deadlines with the official funding organization before applying.

https://educate.iowa.gov/iowa-stem/stem-best