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NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY Grant Solicitation for Interdisciplinary STEM and AI Education Solutions

This opportunity is a National Science Foundation (NSF) solicitation for the FINDERS FOUNDRY program, designed to advance interdisciplinary solutions in STEM and AI education: - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Focus: - Supports collaborative teams of K-12 educators, technologists, and researchers - Aims to develop and scale evidence-based practices, tools, and technologies for learning and workforce development - Emphasizes early exposure to artificial intelligence and digital skills - Aligns with national priorities such as the CHIPS and Science Act and Executive Order 14277 - Eligibility and Structure: - Open to U.S.-based nonprofits, state/local governments, higher education institutions, and tribal nations - Requires cross-sector partnerships with leadership from education, technology, and research - Two-phase structure: Planning grants (required first), then Development grants - Funding and Requirements: - Total program funding of $8,500,000 - No cost-sharing required - No specific OEMs or vendors named; focus is on research, development, and collaboration - Related Legislation and Broader Context: - Supported by Public Law 117-167 (CHIPS and Science Act), which authorizes multi-year appropriations for STEM, advanced manufacturing, and research security - NSF, DOE, NIST, and NASA are key agencies involved in related programs - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must address persistent challenges in learning and workforce development - Must include evidence-based, scalable solutions for STEM and AI education - Encourages broadening participation and geographic diversity

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 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, AI-driven future, with a key focus on early exposure to AI. It encourages partnerships across sectors including schools, universities, industry, government, and nonprofits to co-design responsive, technology-based solutions. The program includes two phases: Planning and Development, where only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals. It aligns with national priorities such as Executive Order 14277 and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.

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