United Technologies Business Unit Grant

Sponsors STEM programs in K-12 schools and higher education institutions

  • 06/30/14

Available Funds/Award: Varies

Opens: January 1, 2014

Proposals Due: June 30, 2014

Final Applications Due: June 30, 2014

Winners Chosen: First quarter of the year that funding will occur

Recurring? Annually

Granting Organization: United Technologies

Description: United Technologies donates funds and services to nonprofit organizations for the purposes of advancing STEM education, building sustainable cities, and supporting communities.

Requirements: Must apply online between January 1, 2014 and January 30, 2014

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations

Application Link: http://www.cybergrants.com

Additional Information Link: http://www.utc.com

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