Apply for IBM Call for Code

IBM Call for Code is a IBM grant providing between $25,000 and $200,000. Applications are due 2026-07-31 (closing in 17 days).

How to apply for IBM Call for Code

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for IBM Call for Code from IBM, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to IBM before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the IBM Call for Code?

IBM Call for Code is offered by IBM and is generally open to nonprofit, small business. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the IBM Call for Code provide?

IBM Call for Code provides between $25K and $200K per award from IBM. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the IBM Call for Code deadline?

Applications for IBM Call for Code are due 2026-07-31 (closing in 17 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, IBM, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the IBM Call for Code?

To apply for IBM Call for Code, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from IBM.