Funding Your Sphero Program

When it comes to incorporating STEAM into the classroom, support can come from a surprising number of sources, and sometimes, all you have to do is ask! That's why we've compiled a list of resources to help drive innovative tech adoption to boost student learning and engagement.

Pictures of kids using STEM products with grant funds.

Funding Sources

There are so many grants out there, but sometimes it’s hard to find ones that fit your unique situation. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of funding sources that Sphero robots & STEM kits qualify for to help you easily find the one that’s right for you and your students.

If you have already obligated ESSER III funds, you may qualify for an extension to spend those funds by the end of March 2026.
Some government funding is awarded on a competitive basis, while some is awarded based on need.
Companies & various educator organizations dedicate funds each year to STEM education.
Platforms like DonorsChoose.org & ClassWish allow educators to take their fundraising efforts to schools in need.

Sample RFP / Grant Language

Need funding but stuck on what to say? Download our sample language for various grants, including STEM, after-school programs, professional development, and more. Get inspired and start writing with confidence!

Teacher searching for grants online.

Search for Grants Online

Grants.gov: This behemoth site is dense but comprehensive, listing the grants given by every federal agency. It also has a robust help center for newbies to the grant application process.

GrantWatch: Every type of grant—federal, state, city, local, and foundational—can be found here, and you can easily search by grant category and state.

The Foundation Center: This well-known site has been in existence since 1956 and bills itself as “the leading source of information about philanthropy worldwide.” Beyond its massive grants database, it offers helpful tools and tutorials for grant applicants.