Community & School Garden Grants

Community & School Garden Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

182 grants
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Garden Club of Houston · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Contributions Committee Grant Funder: The Garden Club of Houston Background: The Garden Club of Houston, organized in 1924 and a member of the Garden Club of America since 1932, strives to…

Up to US $3,000
COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Garden Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Community Garden Grants aim to strengthen Central Ohio's…

Teravana Trust · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Garden Mini-Grant Program Funder: WellKind (Teravana Trust) Geographic Scope: Sonoma County, California Focus Areas: - Creating or sustaining community garden programs - Organic farm stands…

OPEN YOUR HEART TO THE HUNGRY AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Garden Planning Grant Funder: Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Program Purpose: Provides planning grants to help non-profit organizations determine the feasibility of developing…

WISCONSIN MEDICAL SOCIETY · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation Community Grant Mission: To advance the health of the people of Wisconsin by supporting medical education and health initiatives. Geographic Scope: Wisconsin…

Up to $6,000 matching grant (dollar-for-dollar match)
SUSTAINABLE CT INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Match Fund Overview: Sustainable CT's innovative Community Match Fund is a crowdfunding grant-matching program that provides fast, flexible funding and support to implement sustainability…

Part of $75,000 annual allocation
THE WINE & FOOD FOUNDATION OF TEXAS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Nutrition Grant Funder: The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas (Austin Wine & Food Foundation) Geographic Scope: Austin/Central Texas area Focus Areas: Food insecurity prevention and relief,…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Seed Savers Exchange · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Seed Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seed Savers Exchange Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Community Seed Donations program…

FEDERATED GARDEN CLUBS OF MARYLAND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Container Gardens Award Funder: Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland Inc (FGCMD) - Gardening Consultants Council Focus Area: Container gardening Contact: - Phone: 410-396-4842 - Address: P.O. Box…

Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cooking and Gardening Strategic Impact Grants Geographic Scope: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD), Berkeley, CA Program Status: Active and ongoing Overview: This specialized grant program…

Captain Planet Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Enterprises Project Learning Garden Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Captain Planet Foundation Amount: US $7,500 in in-kind support Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Cox…

Connecticut Department of Agriculture · Rolling / Open Foundation

CT Grown for CT Kids Grant: Pre-School Age Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Department of Agriculture Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The CT Grown for CT Kids Grant…

Duquesne Light Company · Rolling / Open Foundation

DLC Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Duquesne Light Company Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: June 10, 2025 Summary Duquesne Light Company's Community Impact Grants (CIG) program,…

ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Dora Tes Basileas Foundation Community Garden Grant Award Amount: $18,000 Program Duration: Two-year grant Geographic Scope: Kentucky (Asbury Seminary campus) Focus Areas: - Community garden…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Nature's Path Organic · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eat Well Do Good In-Kind Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nature's Path Organic Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary Nature's Path Organic is…

US $200 - US $300
Tri-City Ecology Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eco-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tri-City Ecology Center Amount: US $200 - US $300 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Eco-Grants program, managed by the Tri-City Ecology Center, supports…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of community & school garden grants are available?
Community & School Garden Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for community & school garden grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for community & school garden grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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