ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program

SUPPORTING SCHOOLS FOR HANDS-ON LEARNING & FUTURE SKILLS

The ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program is dedicated to supporting K-12 educational institutions in their mission to prepare students for a technology-driven world. We understand that equipping schools with reliable, high-performance hardware is fundamental to fostering hands-on learning, developing practical skills, and enabling innovative projects within the K-12 learning environment. Through this program, ASUS aims to be a valuable partner in empowering your educators and students to explore, create, and achieve their full potential.

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Preparing Learners for Tomorrow's World

Today's rapidly evolving world demands more than just knowledge; it requires practical skills and adaptability. The ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program aims to equip K-12 educational institutions with the essential tools needed to prepare students for future careers. By supporting hands-on learning in areas like STEM, AI, Esports, Digital Creativity and Robotics, we help schools align their curriculum with the real-world demands of the modern workforce, ensuring learners gain valuable experience for what's next.

Inspiring Active Learning & Collaboration

This program provides hardware to enable dynamic, hands-on projects that significantly boost learner engagement and motivation. Through collaborative activities in labs and classrooms, students develop crucial teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills. This active learning approach not only fosters a positive educational environment but also helps students connect academic concepts to real-world applications, leading to deeper understanding and greater achievement.

Providing Essential Hardware for Real-World Projects

Through the ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program, we partner with K-12 institutions to provide essential, reliable ASUS devices that power real-world learning. This includes a range of durable and versatile ASUS devices, from those ideal for everyday productivity and project-based learning to high-performance solutions for advanced gaming/Esports, and creative devices for digital media production. This partnership ensures students have access to dependable, industry-relevant tools, preparing them with practical experience for their educational journey and future professional endeavors.

4 Spots Available Nationwide
One Per Focus Area

Four focus areas: AI/STEM Labs, Gaming/Esports Labs, Media & Digital Creativity Labs, Robotics Labs

Who Can Apply

Open to U.S. K-12 schools and districts, including specialized K-12 labs.
Applying in one of the four focus areas above.
Higher Education institutions are not eligible for this program.

What's Included

Turnkey ASUS technology grant — devices plus the full ASUS peripheral lineup, up to 12 stations per school.
Delivery & setup support, 1-year ASUS service & support.
Recognition and exposure through ASUS's global technology network.

What We're Looking For

Share your vision for how you'd use the equipment to power your program.
Partner with ASUS on storytelling that shares your program's impact — such as a case study, media feature, or event — putting your program in front of ASUS's audience too.
Openness to being featured as an ASUS EmpowerED school for the year ahead.

Timeline

Sep 7 - Oct 16, 2026

Applications Open

By Nov 16, 2026

Partners Selected

Nov - Dec 2026

Project Kickoff

Through 2027

Execution & Support

How to Apply

Complete the
Online Application

Tell us about your school and your project vision.

Applications Are
Reviewed

An ASUS panel evaluates project vision, feasibility, institutional readiness, and potential impact.

Selected Schools
Are Notified

Selected schools will be notified by November 16, 2026.

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Your Partnership Journey

From kickoff to showcase — here's what the partnership looks like once you're selected, beyond just the paperwork.

Kick Off
Your Project

Once selected, we'll finalize your equipment bundle together
and set your kickoff timeline.

Implement With
Full Support

Delivery, setup, and ASUS support are there every step of the way
as your project comes to life.

Showcase
Your Story

Partner with ASUS on a case study
and share your school's achievements with a national audience.

ASUS in Education: Our Impact Stories

While the ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program is new, ASUS has a long history of partnering with educational institutions to drive impactful learning experiences. Explore some examples below of how ASUS technology has empowered students and educators, inspiring what's possible with our upcoming grant program.

Empowering Future Engineers

Fremont High School RoboticsHome of the Firebots

Fostering Stem Education

State Champion Esports Programs

Oswego High SchoolHome of Pick the Panther

a student is editing video on ASUS ROG laptop

picture of three students playing video games at esports event

It allows students to stretch their innovation capabilities and not be limited by the equipment they have. With ASUS's sponsorship, we get the power to remove hardware barriers, allowing a huge jump in student productivity, so that their ideas can now flow freely.

- Sohini Stone, Lead Mentor, Fremont High Robotics (Firebots)

Students are now engaging in complex 3D modeling and prototyping for engineering projects. With the ExpertBook B3 Flip, they can run advanced software that bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. Robotics and coding competitions have also seen measurable improvements due to the implementation of high-performance student devices.

- Meagan Moore, Director of the STEM Lab, St. Joseph's Academy School

He went and signed with Illinois College with enough scholarship that he could go to a 4-year university (to play League of Legends).

- Amy Whitlock, Oswego High School Esports Coach

Program Recognition
& Tech World Awareness

Collaborating with ASUS through the EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program offers more than just hardware; it provides a valuable connection to a global leader in technology. ASUS, with its diverse range of devices, maintains extensive networks and partnerships across various technology sectors - from business and education to gaming and creative industries. While the primary focus of this program is hardware support, partners gain enhanced recognition for their commitment to technology-driven education. Their students benefit from exposure to industry-relevant ASUS hardware, fostering a deeper understanding of technology's practical applications and its role in shaping various professional fields. This experience helps lay a stronger foundation for their future learning or career exploration.

FAQ

What is the ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program?

The ASUS EmpowerED Hardware Grant Program is a strategic initiative designed to support K-12 educational institutions by providing essential ASUS hardware. This program aims to empower K-12 schools to enhance their technology infrastructure and deliver innovative learning experiences, fostering future-ready skills and generating valuable success stories.

Which educational institutions are eligible for this program?

The program is open to U.S. K-12 schools and districts, including specialized K-12 labs, applying in one of our four focus areas: AI/STEM, Gaming/Esports, Media & Digital Creativity, or Robotics. Higher education institutions are not eligible.

When can I apply?

Applications are open now through October 16, 2026. Apply today.

What kind of hardware will be provided?

We will provide essential ASUS hardware, including a range of durable and versatile ASUS devices, tailored for impactful projects in AI/STEM Labs, Gaming/Esports Labs, Media & Digital Creativity Labs, and Robotics Labs. Specific models will be discussed with each school based on their needs.

What are we looking for in a partner?

We're looking for schools ready to share their vision for how they'd use the equipment to power their program, partner with ASUS on storytelling that shares their program's impact, such as a case study, media feature, or event, and willing to be featured as an ASUS EmpowerED School for one year.

Is this a loaner program?

No, this is a Hardware Grant program where selected partners will receive ASUS hardware to enable their projects. Full terms and conditions will be provided upon program launch.

How many schools will be selected?

ASUS will select 4 schools nationwide. One per focus area: AI/STEM Labs, Gaming/Esports Labs, Media & Digital Creativity Labs, and Robotics Labs.

What's included in the grant?

Selected schools receive a turnkey ASUS technology grant, devices plus the full ASUS peripheral lineup, up to 12 stations per school, along with delivery and setup support and one year of ASUS service and support.