Robotics League Participation Grants - Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction · Funder
Teams from Wisconsin schools (grades 6-12) with a mentor can apply for up to $6,000 to cover fees, kits, supplies, and travel costs for participating in robotics competitions sponsored by 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Matching funds equal to the grant amount are required.
About this grant
This grant supports Wisconsin school teams' participation in robotics league competitions that require students to design, construct, program, and operate robots. Eligible expenses include competition fees, kits, supplies, and travel for team members, as well as a stipend for the mentor. The sponsoring organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Teams must secure matching funds equal to the grant amount requested before submitting the application. The grant period runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Awards are prorated if approved requests exceed available funding. Schools must verify their competition qualifies and complete post-grant reporting.
Who can apply
Must have
The funder turns down applications that miss any of these.
- Organisation typeTeam must be a school team or attached to a school
Good to know
Not required. It helps to know before you start.
- Also noteAges served: grades 6-12
Application windows
Past rounds stay listed. Most grants reopen around the same time each year.
- 2026Open now
- Deadline
- 5 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm EDT
October 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Dates confirmed by a person on 8 Sept 2026Where these came from