Environmental Education Fund

Geographic Scope: Emmet County, MI; K-12 students

Eligible Applicants:

• Emmet County schools
• 501(c)(3) nonprofits that provide K-12 environmental education in Emmet County

Funding Focus - Current Priorities:

• Field trip transportation to local nature preserves, birding trails, state parks, fishing ponds, family farms and other outdoor environments that complement classroom learning
• Equipment (orienteering devices, art supplies, binoculars, waders, etc.) that enhances student learning and deeper observation of ecology
• Specialized training for local educators and nonprofit staff on how to facilitate environmental education for area students

What is NOT Funded:

• Outdoor recreation or athletics (such as skiing trips or sailing lessons)

Funding Requirements:

• Requests must be $500.00 or less
• Proposed activities must occur during the current K-12 school year
• Must emphasize nature-based learning
• Submit request in advance of proposed activity
• Community Foundation does not reimburse activities that have already occurred

Grant Timeline: If approved, grant check will be mailed within three weeks. School applicants: grant checks will be mailed to superintendent.

Related Resources:

• Little Traverse Conservancy (nature preserves, environmental education staff and programs)
• Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council (Watershed Academy for high school students)
• Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education
• Alliance for the Great Lakes (K-8 and 9-12 curriculum)

Contact:

• Phone: 231-348-5820
• Email: [email protected]

How to Apply

1. Log in to the Community Foundation's Grant Portal
2. When prompted, enter Access Code: TRAN01
3. Submit application during the school year
4. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis during the school year

Important Notes:

• Submit request in advance of the proposed activity
• Community Foundation does not reimburse activities that have already occurred
• Grant checks will be mailed to superintendent for school applicants