Helping Massachusetts Nursery & Preschools teach Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

CCNS, Inc., believes that all children deserve a learning environment that supports development in all areas including Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM). The earlier children are exposed to and understand the basics of STEM the better prepared they will be for these topics in elementary school and beyond. We aim to provide necessary financial assistance to preschool educational centers that will enable them to deliver quality educational experiences to better prepare children for their future endeavors.

Grants can be used to:

Purchase STEM curriculum & resources

Supplement support for outside STEM experts to lead classroom demonstrations & train teachers on subject matter

Fund STEM teacher educational seminars/workshops

Who can Apply?

Massachusetts based Nursery and Preschool programs licensed by The Department of Early Education and Care

Applicants must be listed on the Mass.gov website, Child Care Search (mass.gov)

Program Type – Group and School Age

Grant details:

Applicants may apply for 1 grant per school year

Applicants may request awards from $500 - $2,000 per school year

Deadline for submitting application - March 31, 2025

Applicants will be notified if their grant has been approved by May 16, 2025

Questions can be emailed to grants@ccns4stem.org

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM), have been overlooked in Nursery and Preschool curriculums for too long. The mission of CCNS is to be a resource for Massachusetts Nursery Schools looking to increase the impact of their STEM curriculum.