Opportunity ID: 361604
General Information
| Funding Opportunity Number | 26-507 |
| Funding Opportunity Title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) |
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Document Type | synopsis |
| Version | 6 |
| Opportunity Category | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation | Not specified |
| Funding Instrument Type | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation | Not specified |
| Expected Number of Awards | Not specified |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement | No |
| Posted Date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Last Updated Date | Oct 06, 2026 12:58:28 PM EDT |
| Original Closing Date | May 27, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Original Closing Date Notes | Not specified |
| Current Closing Date | Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Current Closing Date Notes | For Development Proposals |
| Estimated Synopsis Date | Not specified |
| Estimated Application Due Date | Not specified |
| Estimated Award Date | Not specified |
| Estimated Project Start Date | Not specified |
| Archive Date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Estimated Total Program Funding | 8,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling | none |
| Award Floor | none |
Assistance Listings
- 47.076 — STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources)
- 47.084 — NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships
- —
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
*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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus.
-Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131.
*Who May Serve as PI:
Each NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY leadership team must have at least one member from each of three stakeholder groups: (1) K-12 educators, (2) technologists, and (3) researchers. One of these individuals must act as the Principal Investigator (PI) through an eligible organization described above. Co-PIs and additional Senior Personnel, (sub)contractors, consultants, etc., are also allowed.
Unaffiliated individuals are not eligible to submit proposals in response to this solicitation.
There are no PI degree requirements (i.e., the PI is not required to hold a Ph.D. nor any other degree).
Description
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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions.
NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas.
The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395.
Additional Information
| Contact | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Contact Information | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov | |
| Email Description | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Phone | 703-292-4203 |
NSF Publication 26-507
Version History
Version history
| Opp hist id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Opp hist id / Revision | 0 |
| Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Revision | 0 |
| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry |
| Owning agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity category / Category | D |
| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
| Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Id / Revision | 0 |
| Synopsis / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Revision | 0 |
| Synopsis / Version | 1 |
| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency address desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | May 27, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131. *Who May Serve as PI: Each NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY leadership team must have at least one member from each of three stakeholder groups: (1) K-12 educators, (2) technologists, and (3) researchers. One of these individuals must act as the Principal Investigator (PI) through an eligible organization described above. Co-PIs andadditionalSenior Personnel, (sub)contractors, consultants, etc., are also allowed. Unaffiliated individuals are not eligible tosubmitproposals in response to this solicitation. There are no PI degree requirements (i.e., the PIis not required tohold a Ph.D. nor any other degree). </div> |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Action type | U |
| Synopsis / Action date | Apr 15, 2026 11:00:21 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id | 25 |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id | G |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description | Grant |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id | ST |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-05-27-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Posting date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp str | 2026-03-23-23-00-07 |
| Cfdas 1 / Id | 432352 |
| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
| Cfdas 1 / Program title | STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) |
| Cfdas 2 / Id | 432353 |
| Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 2 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 2 / Cfda number | 47.084 |
| Cfdas 2 / Program title | NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships |
| Cfdas 3 / Id | 432354 |
| Cfdas 3 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 3 / Revision | 4 |
| Synopsis modified fields | Not specified |
| Forecast modified fields | Not specified |
| Opp hist id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Opp hist id / Revision | 1 |
| Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Revision | 1 |
| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry |
| Owning agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity category / Category | D |
| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
| Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Id / Revision | 1 |
| Synopsis / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Revision | 1 |
| Synopsis / Version | 2 |
| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency address desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | May 27, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131. *Who May Serve as PI: Each NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY leadership team must have at least one member from each of three stakeholder groups: (1) K-12 educators, (2) technologists, and (3) researchers. One of these individuals must act as the Principal Investigator (PI) through an eligible organization described above. Co-PIs andadditionalSenior Personnel, (sub)contractors, consultants, etc., are also allowed. Unaffiliated individuals are not eligible tosubmitproposals in response to this solicitation. There are no PI degree requirements (i.e., the PIis not required tohold a Ph.D. nor any other degree). </div> |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Apr 15, 2026 11:00:21 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Mod comments | . |
| Synopsis / Action type | U |
| Synopsis / Action date | Jun 04, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Apr 15, 2026 11:00:21 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id | 25 |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id | G |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description | Grant |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id | ST |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-05-27-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Posting date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp str | 2026-04-15-23-00-21 |
| Cfdas 1 / Id | 432352 |
| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
| Cfdas 1 / Program title | STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) |
| Cfdas 2 / Id | 432353 |
| Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 2 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 2 / Cfda number | 47.084 |
| Cfdas 2 / Program title | NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships |
| Cfdas 3 / Id | 432354 |
| Cfdas 3 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 3 / Revision | 4 |
| Synopsis modified fields | revision; version; createTimeStamp |
| Forecast modified fields | Not specified |
| Opp hist id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Opp hist id / Revision | 2 |
| Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Revision | 2 |
| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry |
| Owning agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity category / Category | D |
| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
| Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Id / Revision | 2 |
| Synopsis / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Revision | 2 |
| Synopsis / Version | 3 |
| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency address desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131. *Who May Serve as PI: Each NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY leadership team must have at least one member from each of three stakeholder groups: (1) K-12 educators, (2) technologists, and (3) researchers. One of these individuals must act as the Principal Investigator (PI) through an eligible organization described above. Co-PIs andadditionalSenior Personnel, (sub)contractors, consultants, etc., are also allowed. Unaffiliated individuals are not eligible tosubmitproposals in response to this solicitation. There are no PI degree requirements (i.e., the PIis not required tohold a Ph.D. nor any other degree). </div> |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Jun 04, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Mod comments | . |
| Synopsis / Action type | U |
| Synopsis / Action date | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Jun 04, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id | 25 |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id | G |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description | Grant |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id | ST |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-11-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Posting date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp str | 2026-06-04-23-00-07 |
| Cfdas 1 / Id | 432352 |
| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
| Cfdas 1 / Program title | STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) |
| Cfdas 2 / Id | 432353 |
| Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 2 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 2 / Cfda number | 47.084 |
| Cfdas 2 / Program title | NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships |
| Cfdas 3 / Id | 432354 |
| Cfdas 3 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 3 / Revision | 4 |
| Synopsis modified fields | revision; version; responseDate; createTimeStamp |
| Forecast modified fields | Not specified |
| Opp hist id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Opp hist id / Revision | 3 |
| Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Revision | 3 |
| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) |
| Owning agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity category / Category | D |
| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
| Modified comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
| Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Id / Revision | 3 |
| Synopsis / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Revision | 3 |
| Synopsis / Version | 4 |
| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency address desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions.NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas.The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131.*Who May Serve as PI:<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW250762343 BCX8">Each NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY leadership team must have at least one member from each of three stakeholder groups: (1) K-12 educators, (2) technologists, and (3) researchers. One of these individuals must act as the Principal Investigator (PI) through an eligible organization described above. Co-PIs andadditionalSenior Personnel, (sub)contractors, consultants, etc., are also allowed.Unaffiliated individuals are not eligible tosubmitproposals in response to this solicitation.There are no PI degree requirements (i.e., the PIis not required tohold a Ph.D. nor any other degree).</div> |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Mod comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
| Synopsis / Action type | U |
| Synopsis / Action date | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id | 25 |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id | G |
| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description | Grant |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id | ST |
| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-11-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Posting date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp str | 2026-10-02-10-35-18 |
| Cfdas 1 / Id | 432352 |
| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
| Cfdas 1 / Program title | STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) |
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| Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 2 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 2 / Cfda number | 47.084 |
| Cfdas 2 / Program title | NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships |
| Cfdas 3 / Id | 432354 |
| Cfdas 3 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 3 / Revision | 4 |
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| Forecast modified fields | Not specified |
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| Opp hist id / Revision | 4 |
| Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Revision | 4 |
| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) |
| Owning agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity category / Category | D |
| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
| Modified comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
| Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Id / Revision | 4 |
| Synopsis / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Synopsis / Revision | 4 |
| Synopsis / Version | 5 |
| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency address desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Response date desc | For Development Proposals |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131. *Who May Serve as PI: |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Mod comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
| Synopsis / Action type | U |
| Synopsis / Action date | Oct 06, 2026 12:58:28 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Oct 02, 2026 10:35:18 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id | 25 |
| Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
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| Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description | Grant |
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| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-11-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Posting date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp str | 2026-10-02-10-35-18 |
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| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Revision | 4 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
| Cfdas 1 / Program title | STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) |
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| Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 2 / Revision | 4 |
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| Cfdas 2 / Program title | NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships |
| Cfdas 3 / Id | 432354 |
| Cfdas 3 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 3 / Revision | 4 |
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| Opportunity number | 26-507 |
| Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) |
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| Modified comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
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| Opportunity category / Description | Discretionary |
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| Synopsis / Agency code | NSF |
| Synopsis / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency phone | 703-292-4203 |
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| Synopsis / Top agency details / Seed | NSF |
| Synopsis / Top agency details / Agency name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
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| Synopsis / Agency contact phone | 703-292-4203 |
| Synopsis / Agency contact name | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Synopsis / Agency contact desc | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Synopsis / Agency contact email desc | If you have any problems linking to this funding announcement, please contact the email address above. |
| Synopsis / Synopsis desc | 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 exposure to AI to build curiosity, understanding, and readiness for future careers. The program encourages partnerships across sectors – schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits – to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The program aligns with national priorities, including the Executive Order 14277, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth” (April 23, 2025), and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167, Sections 10381-10383 and 10395. |
| Synopsis / Response date | Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Response date desc | For Development Proposals |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link url | http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26507 |
| Synopsis / Funding desc link desc | NSF Publication 26-507 |
| Synopsis / Posting date | Mar 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Synopsis / Archive date | Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST |
| Synopsis / Cost sharing | No |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding | 8500000 |
| Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted | 8,500,000 |
| Synopsis / Award ceiling | none |
| Synopsis / Award floor | none |
| Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc | *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-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. -Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131. *Who May Serve as PI: |
| Synopsis / Create time stamp | Oct 06, 2026 12:58:28 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Mod comments | Updated Synopsis via NSF Grants Opportunity Sync |
| Synopsis / Created date | Mar 23, 2026 11:00:07 PM EDT |
| Synopsis / Last updated date | Oct 06, 2026 12:58:28 PM EDT |
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| Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Synopsis / Response date str | 2026-11-18-00-00-00 |
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| Synopsis / Archive date str | 2026-12-18-00-00-00 |
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| Synopsis document urls | Not specified |
| Syn att change comments | Not specified |
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| Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id | 361604 |
| Cfdas 1 / Cfda number | 47.076 |
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| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opportunity title | National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry (NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY) |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opening date | 2026-03-23 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Closing date | 2026-11-18 |
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| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Top agency code | NSF |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Contact info | NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY Inbox E-mail: findersfoundry@nsf.gov Phone: (703) 292-4228 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Grace period | 7 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Electronic required | N |
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| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Expected application size | 50 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Open to applicant type | 3 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Is multi project | N |
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| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Last update | Oct 06, 2026 12:58:29 PM EDT |
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| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opening date str | 2026-03-23-00-00-00 |
| Opportunity pkgs 1 / Closing date str | 2026-11-18-00-00-00 |
| Closed opportunity pkgs | Not specified |
| Original due date | May 27, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
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| Forecast modified fields | Not specified |
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| Assist compatible | No |
| Assist url | Not specified |
| Related opps | Not specified |
| Ost | POSTED |
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| Agency Contact Information: | NSF support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
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| PKG00292173 | 2026-03-23 | 2026-11-18 | View |
