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POINT REYES BIRD OBSERVATORY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Roots Program Overview Organization: Point Blue Conservation Science Geographic Scope: California working landscapes Program Contact: Emily Mecke, Roots Program Coordinator Email:…
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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Growing Gardens · Rolling / Open Foundation
Rx Gardens Program Organization: Growing Gardens in partnership with Providence Milwaukie Hospital Program Overview Rx Gardens expands Spanish-speaking support at Providence Milwaukie Hospital's…
Safer Brand · Rolling / Open State
Safer® Brand makes one $500 grant available per year. Eligible candidates are schools serving grades K through 12 that intend to create or maintain a fruit, berry, vegetable, flower or hydroponic…
Up to US $6,000
SAINT LUKES FOUNDATION OF CLEVELAND OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation
Saint Luke's Foundation Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Luke's Foundation Of Cleveland, Ohio Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Saint Luke's Foundation…
US $500 - US $1,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation
Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Sand Hills…
$250 - $1,500
Teravana Trust · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
School Garden Mini-Grant Program Funder: WellKind (Teravana Trust) Geographic Scope: Sonoma County and Marin City, California public schools Focus Areas: - Creating or sustaining school garden…
ONE TOWN INC · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
School Plot Grant Hoop House Project Funder: One Town at a Time / Wrightwood Community Garden Geographic Scope: Wrightwood area Eligibility: - Applicant must be a local school with an existing plot…
US $750 - US $1,500
THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation & KidsGardening: GroMoreGood Grassroots Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ScottsMiracle-Gro Amount: US $750 - US $1,500 Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary The Scotts…
HARVEST SEED PROJECT FOUNDATION · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Seed Project Foundation General Grants Funder: Harvest Seed Project Foundation (TX, US) Website: spftx.org Overview Annual grant program administered by the Seed Project Foundation to support North…
FLORIDA WILDFLOWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Seedlings for Schools Grants Program Overview: The Seedlings for Schools (SFS) program provides wildflower plants, gardening guidance, and online teaching resources to pre-K to high school teachers…
US $100 - US $1,000
Seedmoney · Rolling / Open Foundation
SeedMoney Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seedmoney Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary SeedMoney Challenge is a global crowdfunding initiative designed to support…
Up to $1,000
DENVER URBAN GARDENS · Rolling / Open Foundation
SeedMoney Crowdfunding Competition Award Amount: Up to $1,000 Eligibility: Any public food garden project Geographic Scope: Worldwide Funding Type: Group crowdfunding competition Focus Areas: Public…
San Francisco Water Power Sewer · Rolling / Open Foundation
SF WPS Community Garden Irrigation Meter Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Francisco Water Power Sewer Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The SF WPS Community Garden Irrigation Meter…
Up to US $2,500
The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Small Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary…
US $50 - US $250
Indiana Native Plant Society · Rolling / Open Foundation
South Central Chapter: Small Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Native Plant Society Amount: US $50 - US $250 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The South Central Chapter of the…
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GROWING HOPE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Sprout Grants Funder: Growing Hope Inc Geographic Scope: Ypsilanti, MI Focus Areas: Community gardens, food sovereignty, local food production, food security Purpose The Sprout Grants aim to foster…
US $5,000 - US $10,000
THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Sprouting School Gardens Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Sprouting School Gardens Grant,…
Up to US $400,000
State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
State of Nevada Department of Education: School Garden Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The State…
Up to $10,000+
Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Strategic Impact Grants Geographic Scope: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD), Berkeley, CA Program Status: Active and ongoing Overview: Strategic Impact Grants support larger, district-level…
$5,000
SLOW FOOD CO-DENVER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Sunny Bug Farmette Fund Status: Active (established 2025) Background: This annual scholarship fund was established in 2025 by Orvin & Donna Baker-Breningstall in honor and memory of their daughter…
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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