Community & School Garden Grants

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 158 active community & school garden grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 98 list an award amount, with a median of $3,250.

Grants tracked: 158; from 124 funders
Median award: $3,250; middle half $1,000–$10K
Total listed funding: $8.0M; across 98 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 3; 9 with a published date

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OKC Living Classroom Grant Program Oklahoma City Zoo · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The OKC Living Classroom Grant Program aims to combat the decline of monarch butterflies, which have seen an 80% population drop due to habitat loss.	Not published	Up to $2K
Small Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Small Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants support local groups in funding short-term, community-led initiatives that protect natural resources and promote conservation education.	Not published	Up to $3K
South Central Chapter: Small Grants Program Indiana Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $50 – $250 The South Central Chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society offers small grants ranging from $50 to $250 for projects that promote biodiversity and community engagement through native plants.	Not published	$50 – $250
Dora Tes Basileas Foundation - Community Garden Grant Asbury Theological Seminary · Foundation Not published · $18K	Not published	$18K
Garden Grants Newman's Own Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K Paul Newman was born and raised in Ohio by parents who owned a successful sporting goods store. He enlisted in the Navy and completed his military service as a radioman/gunner in the Pacific during World War II.	Not published	$4K
SeedMoney Challenge Grant Seedmoney · Foundation Not published · $100 – $1K SeedMoney Challenge is a global crowdfunding initiative designed to support public food garden projects. Through a competitive 30-day challenge, participants can win grants ranging from $100 to $1000 based on the funds they raise.	Not published	$100 – $1K
CFF School Garden Grants California Fertilizer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The CFF School Garden Grants, funded by the California Fertilizer Foundation, aim to enhance agricultural education for California's youth through hands-on gardening experiences.	Not published	$2K
FTPF Fruit Tree Orchard Grant Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The FTPF Fruit Tree Orchard Grant supports nonprofits, public schools, and government entities in planting orchards to enhance community welfare and environmental health.	Not published	Varies
Plant America Community Project Grant National Garden Clubs Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Plant America Community Project Grant, offered by the National Garden Clubs, supports initiatives that enhance public spaces and community gardens.	Not published	Up to $2K
Plant, Learn and Grow: Science Concepts in the Garden Grant The City Garden Clubs of New York · Foundation Not published · $375 The Plant, Learn and Grow! School Gardening 201 program, offered by The City Garden Clubs of New York, equips classroom teachers with practical strategies to enhance student learning through garden projects.	Not published	$375
Garden Club of Houston Grant Garden Club of Houston · Foundation Not published · Varies The Garden Club of Houston, established in 1924, promotes gardening and environmental conservation through various community initiatives.	Not published	Varies
B.W. Wells Stewardship Fund The North Carolina Native Plant Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The B.W. Wells Stewardship Fund has been part of NCNPS for more than 20 years.	Not published	Varies
Great American Cleanup Mini-grants Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini-grants awarded to support cleanup and beautification projects aligned with the Great American Cleanup initiative.	Not published	Varies
Community Garden Grants Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Garden Grants aim to strengthen Central Ohio's neighborhoods by providing financial support for the creation and expansion of community gardens and greenspaces.	Not published	Up to $3K
Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access Grant Whole Cities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Whole Cities is on a mission to improve individual and community health through collaborative partnerships, education, and broader access to nutritious food.	Not published	Varies
Outdoor Learning Centers: School Gardens NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
District of Columbia Urban Agriculture Small Award Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This grant opportunity is not a part of the funder's planned program schedule for fiscal year 2025._ The Chesapeake Bay Trust and the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment Office of Urban Agriculture partner for…	Not published	Varies
Philip Lee Murray and Katrina Amber Jonah Fund Fortify Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Providing greenhouses and organic gardens to Christian schools across the nation in honor of Philip Murray's passion for farming and education. Founded in 2021 in memory of Philip Lee Murray, who passed away in 2020 from COVID-19.	Not published	Varies
Raley’s, Bashas’, and Food City's Project Learning Garden Grant Program Captain Planet Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Raley’s, Bashas’, and Food City Project Learning Garden Grant Program, supported by the Captain Planet Foundation, offers schools valuable resources for STEAM education through garden-based learning.	Not published	$8K
Master Gardener Scholarship Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150 The Leelanau County Master Gardener Volunteer Program offers financial assistance to help defray enrollment costs for a limited number of individuals demonstrating financial need.	Not published	Up to $150
Nature's Path: Gardens for Good Grant Nature's Path Organic · Foundation Not published · $7K Nature's Path's Gardens for Good program empowers communities by funding organic gardens that address food insecurity. Since 2010, it has donated $930,000 CAD to support 120 gardens.	Not published	$7K
Garden Grant Program Whole Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Kids who grow veggies, eat veggies, so school gardens can make a big difference.	Not published	Varies
Get Farming Mini Grant Cultivate Kansas City Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Annual grant program supporting urban farmers in the Kansas City area to grow their business, expand production, and feed their communities.	Not published	Up to $4K
KidsGardening: Youth Garden Grant KidsGardening · Foundation Not published · $500 The KidsGardening Youth Garden Grant supports organizations in the U.S. or U.S. Territories that aim to enhance youth gardening programs.	Not published	$500

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About community garden grants

Community garden grants support urban agriculture, food access, and conservation education in neighborhoods and underserved communities. The USDA funds this work through Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production grants and through state NRCS opportunities tied to its People's Garden and conservation programs. Nonprofits, schools, tribes, local governments, and housing authorities are common applicants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do community & school garden grants award?

Of the 158 community & school garden grants Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 98 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $3,250, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $10K. The largest is $5.6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most community & school garden grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) (4), Big Green (3), Denver Urban Gardens (3), Growing Gardens (3), and KidsGardening (3). In all, 124 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community & school garden grants due?

Of 158 grants listed, 3 accept applications on a rolling basis, 9 have a published upcoming deadline, 33 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 113 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for community gardens?

Funding supports starting and sustaining community and urban gardens, food production, conservation education, and practices like high tunnels and stormwater management. The USDA offers Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production grants, and some state NRCS offices run dedicated community garden opportunities. Local foundations and city programs frequently fund neighborhood gardens as well.

Does the USDA fund community gardens?

Yes. The USDA supports community gardens through its Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production program and, in some states, through NRCS community garden grant opportunities that fund conservation practices, education, and habitat work. Eligible applicants often include nonprofits, schools, tribal governments, local governments, and public housing authorities.

Who else funds community garden projects?

Beyond the USDA, many community foundations, local governments, and corporate giving programs fund neighborhood gardens, and national nonprofits sometimes offer small garden grants and seed or supply donations. Because awards for gardens are often modest, organizations frequently combine several small grants. Local funders can be especially accessible for grassroots garden groups.

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