National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry

About this grant

The NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program supports collaboration among K-12 educators, technologists, and researchers to develop innovative solutions to persistent challenges in learning and workforce development. These challenges are identified by K-12 students, families, and educators. The program aims to create and scale evidence-based practices, tools, and technologies that improve learning outcomes and prepare students for a digital, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven future. A key focus is early ex Grant Number: 26-507.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• *Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are directly associated with educational or research activities. -State and Local Governments -Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): Two- and four
• Grant Number: 26-507

What the funding covers

• See official listing for award details
• Total Program Funding: $85,00,000

How to apply

1. 1Applications must be submitted through grants.gov
2. 2Grant Number: 26-507
3. 3Posted: 2026-03-23

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