Kids who grow veggies, eat veggies, so school gardens can make a big difference. Through our Garden Grant program, schools and non-profit organizations turn outdoor spaces into powerful hands-on learning gardens that connect kids with food, spark their curiosity and support classroom curriculum.
Type
Monetary Grant
Eligibility
K–12 Schools or Non-Profit Organizations in U.S./Canada
Grant Value
$3,000
At Whole Kids, we know that the more kids know and feel connected to their food, the more curious they become about how things grow or taste, and the more willing they are to try new foods. This is why we believe in edible garden learning spaces!
Our Garden Grant program provides a $3,000 monetary grant to support a new or existing edible educational garden located at either a:
To be eligible to apply for this grant, the school or organization must meet the below criteria:
*Recipients can only receive a total of two Garden Grants.
You can find a copy of the 2024 Garden Grant application here. All final applications MUST be submitted online but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started!
February 1, 2024
March 1, 2024
August 1, 2024
September 2024
Watch our recordings of our Garden Grant Information Webinars for details on the process, the application, and our online grant portal.
Check out our Garden Grant FAQs for basic information about the program and how to apply.
Email us at grants@wholekidsfoundation.org with any additional questions.
Due to the high number of grant inquiries we receive during the application window, please know we are working diligently to reply as quickly as possible but may take a bit longer to respond. Ensure you allow enough time to receive a response, continue work on your application, and submit on time!
2024 Gardent Grant Application
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