Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

December 1, 2026

63 days left

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
December 1, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

From the program guidelines: “Deadline: December 1 (annually)”

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Eligible organizations

  • Schools with FFA programs

Other requirements

  • Agricultural educators
  • FFA chapters

Overview

Geographic Scope: Michigan

Program Description:
Each year, Glassbrook Grants provide vital funding to help agricultural educators and FFA chapters bring innovative, hands-on learning experiences to life. These grants support classroom and laboratory projects, facility improvements and chapter initiatives that expand agriculture education opportunities for students statewide.

Eligible Applicants:

  • Agricultural educators
  • FFA chapters
  • Schools with FFA programs

Focus Areas:
The grant supports:

  • Classroom and laboratory projects
  • Facility improvements
  • Chapter initiatives
  • Hands-on learning experiences
  • Technical skill development
  • Real-world agricultural applications
  • Equipment and supplies for agriculture education

Example Projects Funded:

  • Veterinary science equipment (hand-held ultrasound devices)
  • Agriscience facilities (kitchens, barns, learning labs)
  • Hydroponic stations
  • Livestock supplies and farrowing crates
  • Rain garden and outdoor education projects
  • Commercial kitchen appliances
  • Official FFA chapter materials and dress items

Impact:
Previous grant cycle reached more than 700 students directly across multiple chapters including Springport, Reese, Chesaning, Marcellus, Ovid-Elsie, Owosso, and Blissfield FFA chapters.

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: December 1 (annually)

How to Apply:
1. Visit the Glassbrook Grant Application link on the Michigan FFA Foundation website
2. Complete the application form
3. Submit by December 1 deadline

Required Materials:

  • Project description

  • Budget information

  • Expected learning outcomes

  • Number of students impacted

  • How the project connects to agriculture education
  • Note: Specific application materials and detailed requirements should be confirmed on the official Glassbrook Grant Application portal linked from michiganffa.org

    What Michigan FFA Foundation actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

    Grants in 2025
    2
    Total given
    $168K
    Median grant
    $84K
    Range
    $5,400–$163K
    • By dollars: Michigan 100%. Top recipient cities: East Lansing, MI; Elwell, MI.

    Example grants

    • Future Farmers of America - Michigan FFA · East Lansing, MI

      Mission-centered work for michigan ffa members

      $163K

    • Future Farmers of America and Its State Associations & Local Chapter · Elwell, MI

      Operating grant for ffa support activities

      $5,400

    IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    • Teachers
    • Education
    • STEM education
    • K-12 schools

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