Michigan State Funding
MiSTEM PreK-12 Investments in STEM
Eligibility
- Intermediate School Districts (ISD), Local Education Agencies (LEA), Public School Academies (PSA), or 501(c)(3) community-based organizations serving ISDs, LEAs, or PSAs. Applicants must partner with at least one MEDC Talent Action Team core employer and their local MiSTEM region.
Goals
- Expand industry awareness and career exposure for PreK-12 students, especially in Advanced Manufacturing sectors: EV/Mobility, Semiconductor, and Aerospace/Defense
- Increase student engagement and participation in STEM career exploration
- Develop professional learning for educators to teach industry-relevant content
- Foster employer engagement in STEM education
Application Due Date
- May 1, 2025, by 3:00 p.m. EST
Grant Cycle
- July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027
Grant Award Total Amount
- Up to $500,000 per grantee ($2 million total available funding)
Allowable Purchases
- LEGO Product (supplies): Yes, LEGO Education SPIKE Prime/Essential introduces students to real-world STEM skills (coding, robotics, engineering, design thinking) that are foundational for Michigan’s strategic industries (advanced manufacturing, automotive, IT, etc.). SPIKE Prime/Essential mirrors industry tools and workflows by aligning with automation, coding, and problem-solving skills used in engineering and technology careers.
Program Implementation Requirements
- Must include programming for at least one PreK–8 grade level
- Must demonstrate connection between PK-8 and any 9–12 programming if applicable
- Required local employer engagement (e.g., site visits, co-created lessons, industry speakers)
Keep in Mind
- A pre-application webinar will be held on March 27, 2025 (10:00 – 11:30 a.m. EST) to guide applicants through the application process.
- Questions about the grant must be submitted by April 1, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. EST to LEO-MiSTEM@michigan.gov.
- The funding is competitive, so applications should clearly outline how the project prepares students for high-tech careers and builds employer engagement.