To kick off Massachusetts STEM Week 2025, the MLSC has launched the Education and Workforce Development Grant Program, an initiative which seeks to develop, enhance, and expand life sciences education programs serving learners from elementary school through post-secondary, throughout the Commonwealth, to ensure that our growing life sciences industry has a robust talent pipeline.
STEM Week, under the theme of “STEM Starts Now,” emphasizes that at any age you can learn about STEM, from the youngest students to adult learners, while also showcasing the STEM educational opportunities and careers available across Massachusetts.
The Education and Workforce Development Grant Program offers four distinct tracks:
- Elementary and Secondary Education Grants (Grades 3-12): Grant funding for public schools, districts, and non-profit organizations to support applied learning that provides students with both technical skills development relevant for life sciences careers and increases awareness of career opportunities.
- Out-of-School Time (OST) Education (Grades K-12): Grant funding for non-profit organizations to implement new or expanded life sciences educational programming offered beyond the traditional school day.
- Post-secondary Education and Training Grants: Grant funding for academic institutions and non-profit organizations offering life sciences industry-aligned certificate and degree programs.
- Gamechanger Grants: Grant funding for any academic institution, municipality, or non-profit organization seeking to launch a new program/initiative or substantially enhance an existing one.
The program is accepting applications through February 23, 2026. Visit the MLSC website to learn more and apply.
