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These NASA-funded small grant programs pair education professionals with scientists to enhance science education in the classroom and beyond. If you have a great idea for an educational project, you can form a partnership with a scientist and then pursue one of these funding opportunities.

Initiative to Develop Education through Astronomy
and Space Science (IDEAS)

IDEAS is a NASA-funded small grant program. The grants fund start-up educational outreach projects that will enhance science education through astronomy, and space science via collaboration between scientists and educators.

http://ideas.stsci.edu/

Southwest Regional Clearinghouse (SERCH)

The goal of the (SERCH) initiative is to support education/outreach initiatives that increase the awareness and understanding of the major scientific themes/forums of NASA’s science program. SERCH is particularly interested in proposals for education/outreach efforts that support NASA's education mission. SERCH funding opportunities are usually available in January. Check the Web site for this year’s date.

http://serch.cofc.edu/funding/overview.htm