Maryland Robotics Grant FY 2026

Purpose

The Robotics Grant Program is an annual grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) that provides funding to Local Education Agencies (LEAs), schools, and nonprofit organizations associated with public schools.

The program aims to support the development and expansion of robotics programs across the state and to provide students with the opportunity to engage in high-quality STEM education practices that prepare them for success in the 21st-century workforce. The grant is open to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and non-profit organizations working with Maryland public K-12 schools.

This is achieved by introducing students to Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming at their local high school. The Robotics Grant Program is designed to ensure that all students in Maryland have access to robotics education programs that are aligned with the Maryland K-12 Computer Science Standards and/or the Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy. These programs can be implemented within the school day or as extracurricular activities and may include the development of new programs or the expansion of existing programs.





When will the application be open?

This Grant Information Guide (GIG) was released on July 7, 2025.


Application Submission Date

Friday, August 15, 2025. No later than 5:00 pm EST.


Funding Amount Available

Total funding amount is $350,000


Estimated Number of Grants

Thirty Five (35) grants between $5,000 and $20,000


Customer Service Support Sessions

MSDE will hold three customer service support sessions for interested applicants. During these sessions, MSDE personnel will review what applicants need to get started, the program requirements, and a walk-through of the application.

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Questions

If you have questions about the application or the process, please contact the Program Manager:

Scott Nichols
Coordinator, Postsecondary Programs

Office: (410) 767-0177
charles.nichols@maryland.gov

Following customer service support sessions, a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) and answers will be posted to the MSDE website.


Resources

Grant Information Guide (PDF)

Application for Participation (Zipped Word)