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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California Garden Clubs Scholarship Grant California Garden Clubs · Foundation Not published · $2K The California Garden Clubs Scholarship offers six $2,000 scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year, aimed at students with notable achievements or those who have completed two years of college.	Not published	$2K
Mission Grant Colorado Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $125 – $2K	Not published	$125 – $2K
Eco-Grants Tri-City Ecology Center · Foundation Not published · $200 – $300 The Eco-Grants program, managed by the Tri-City Ecology Center, supports local environmental initiatives in Fremont, Newark, and Union City.	Not published	$200 – $300
FY27 MA Farming Reinforces Education and Student Health (FRESH) Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K Competitive grant applications are considered submitted when the grant application is submitted by the Superintendent or their designee through the "LEA Superintendent / Chief Executive Approved" step in GEM$.	Not published	$3K – $40K
Saint Luke's Foundation Community Grant Saint Lukes Foundation of Cleveland Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Saint Luke's Foundation Community Grant aims to enhance local health by providing financial support to residents in Buckeye – Shaker, Mt. Pleasant, and Woodland Hills.	Not published	Up to $6K
LBK Garden Club Grants Longboat Key Garden Club · Foundation Not published · $100 The LBK Garden Club, established in 1969, is dedicated to promoting gardening and environmental conservation.	Not published	$100
Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the CSRA, aims to enhance the quality of life in Augusta, Georgia.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Children's Program Fund Memorial Health Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A fund focused on programs serving children and youth in York County.	Not published	Varies
Babson Foundation: Competitive Grants Program Paul & Edith Babson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $12K The Babson Foundation's Competitive Grants Program supports entrepreneurship, youth development, and urban environmental improvements in Greater Boston.	Not published	$2K – $12K
Adirondack Farm to School Initiative Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Regional grant program supporting local farm-to-school initiatives in rural school districts.	Not published	$3K
Community Garden Planning Grant Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless	Not published	Up to $3K
CGF Major Grant Program Colorado Garden Show Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $75K The CGF Major Grant Program offers annual funding of up to $75,000 to support horticulture-related projects by nonprofit and governmental agencies in Colorado.	Not published	$15K – $75K
Jefferson Public Citizens Grant The College Foundation of the University of Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting student-led initiatives focused on public service and civic engagement in the Charlottesville area.	Not published	Varies

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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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