Grants and funding to run CREST
Engage Grants:
We would love all young people to have the opportunity to achieve a CREST Award, but know that the registration and support costs can be a barrier for some schools. For schools in challenging circumstances in the UK, with high numbers of pupils who are often underrepresented in STEM, grants of £350 (plus voucher codes to cover up to £350 the cost of CREST Award fees) are available.
You can apply for an Engage Grant in the Autumn and Spring terms. Visit the
Engage funding page for more information.
Kick Start Grants for British Science Week:
The British Science Association has made funding available for schools to run events in British Science Week, which is a great opportunity to introduce CREST Awards to your school. Visit the
British Science Week website for more information.
Welsh Schools:
All CREST Awards are free of charge to apply for students in Welsh schools until 17 April 2025, thanks to funding from the Welsh Government.
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