Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day Grants (United States)

DiscoverE (National Engineers Week Foundation, doing business as DiscoverE) is offering limited Girl Day 2027 grants to support K-12 engineering programs and activities offered in connection with Girl Day during Engineers Week. Grants range from $250 to $1,000 for events taking place between 1 February 2027 and 31 March 2027. The application deadline 03 November 2026 Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day is an annual campaign held during Engineers Week. Its goal is to introduce K-12 girls to engineering, and the program notes that boys are also invited. Through this grant opportunity, DiscoverE supports events and programs that help make engineering engaging, accessible, and hands-on for students—particularly in the context of Girl Day. DiscoverE will provide grants ranging from $250 to $1,000 for Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day programs that take place on or around Girl Day (during the event window specified below). How funds are disbursed What grant funds can be used for What grant funds cannot be used for Eligible activities and timing Eligible applicants Eligible geography Additional applicant restrictions DiscoverE encourages events that offer students open-ended, hands-on engineering challenges. The opportunity also highlights its “Access for all” mission, encouraging activities that use low-cost, everyday materials where possible. (DiscoverE also references an engineering activity website with 170+ activities that can be filtered by age group, topic, time, and engineering career connection. The opportunity text does not include a dedicated link, so readers should check the official page for access.) This grant is designed to help organizations run K-12 engineering outreach aligned with Girl Day and Engineers Week. Supported activities emphasize hands-on learning and accessible materials—elements that can make engineering more tangible and engaging for students participating in Girl Day events.

Official application link: The source page is the official opportunity listing: https://discovere.org/introduce-a-girl-to-engineering-day-girl-day-applications/

1) What is the Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (Girl Day) grant funding range? Grants range from $250 to $1,000 (limited number of grants).

2) When must the Girl Day event or activity take place?

The event must occur between 1 February 2027 and 31 March 2027.

3) Who can apply for these grants?

The opportunity is intended for not-for-profit organizations located in the United States. For-profit organizations or corporations may not be considered.

4) Are organizations that received a grant in the last three years eligible?

No. Applicants who received a grant within the last three years are not eligible to apply.

5) What are the key requirements after the event is completed?

A short report is due 30 days after the event is completed, including digital photos (videos are encouraged) and permission to use photos in marketing efforts.

6) How will grant funds be paid?

Funds are disbursed in two payments: 50% after grant approval, and 50% after the final report and event photos are received.

7) What can grant money be used for, and what can’t it be used for?

Funds can support programmatic needs like supplies, transportation, and site rental. The grant cannot be used for student scholarships or tuition reimbursement. If you plan a Girl Day–related engineering outreach in the U.S. between 1 February 2027 and 31 March 2027, review the DiscoverE official guidelines on the application page and follow the stated eligibility and reporting requirements. If any details are not shown on the page content provided here, check the official application form or instructions for the most current submission information.