Supporting and enhancing all Space Grant Consortia to facilitate education, research, and public outreach activities


The National Space Grant Foundation (NSGF) is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to support and enhance all Space Grant Consortia to facilitate education, research, and public outreach activities in science, mathematics, engineering, technology and additional fields related to space, aeronautics, aviation, and Earth system science. In pursuit of these purposes, the Foundation endeavors to:

  • Increase the financial and governmental support available to Space Grant Consortia. The 52 Space Grant Consortia represent every state, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. Each consortium is made up of colleges, universities, businesses, and other private and public sector institutions - all working to further NASA-related education and career training through:
    • Supporting student scholarships, fellowships, and internships
    • Providing support to faculty and students for career development
    • Offering experiential learning opportunities aligned with NASA Strategic Enterprises
    • Stimulating public interest and lifelong learning through partnerships with educators at all levels, thus increasing public appreciation for the direct and indirect benefits of the U.S. space program
  • Publicize the objectives and relevant activities of the Foundation.
  • Seek to develop mutually beneficial relationships among private sector organizations, government agencies, colleges and universities.
  • Never seek to influence the activities of the local, state, and federal governments.