The From Seedlings to Scale (S2S) Grants program by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) aims to fund innovative projects that use AI and technology to improve education systems from prekindergarten to grade 12. This grant supports projects that develop and test solutions to integrate evidence-based practices into education policy and practice. The focus is on creating scalable solutions that can be sustained over time.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations or individuals with innovative ideas to improve education systems using AI and technology. The goal is to develop solutions that help integrate evidence-based practices into education policy and practice, benefiting students from prekindergarten to grade 12.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of innovative AI or technology component
- Failure to focus on prekindergarten to grade 12 education
- Inability to demonstrate understanding of education systems
- Proposals without a plan for scalability and sustainability
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Evidence of innovative AI or technology use
- Plan for scalability and sustainability
- Budget outline up to $500,000
- Research and development plan
- Timeline for project phases
- Documentation of understanding of education systems
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the C-STEP focus area
- Proposals must demonstrate a deep understanding of education systems
- Projects must plan for sustainability and scalability
- Funding is competitive and requires high-quality research
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of applicants without restrictions. This means any organization or individual with a relevant project idea can apply, as long as they meet the grant's focus and requirements.
Overview
This grant is for organizations or individuals with innovative ideas to improve education systems using AI and technology. The goal is to develop solutions that help integrate evidence-based practices into education policy and practice, benefiting students from prekindergarten to grade 12.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of innovative AI or technology component
- Failure to focus on prekindergarten to grade 12 education
- Inability to demonstrate understanding of education systems
- Proposals without a plan for scalability and sustainability
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for developing and testing innovative AI and technology solutions to integrate evidence-based practices into education systems. This includes research, solution development, and planning for scalability and sustainability.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 11, 2026(55 days)
- Archive Date
- Jan 10, 2027
Application Checklist
- Review the C-STEP focus area requirements
- Develop a detailed project proposal
- Include a budget outline up to $500,000
- Prepare a research and development plan
- Ensure your project includes innovative AI or technology
- Plan for scalability and sustainability
- Gather letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Submit application by December 11, 2026