Boyer Sudduth has compiled a list of grant opportunities for K–12 schools for the 2025–2026 academic year, including application links and deadlines. These grants provide valuable resources to support sustainability initiatives and help schools and communities grow greener. (Updated 8/15/25)
The Public Space Enhancement Mini-Grant Program has a funding focus on supporting public space projects, including construction materials, educational materials, event costs, or other needs. Be creative and improve a public space that matters to your community.
$500 - $2,000 Grants Available
Due October 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF)
FTPF programs strategically donate orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, at places such as community gardens and public schools.
Due Anytime
The Youth Pollinator Gardens Grant supports projects in partnership with a local garden NGO that provides educational materials on pollinators and pollinator gardens.
$200 Grant Available
Due Anytime
The Operation Wildlife Grant is for the expenses of an educational program on the subject of native plants and flowers
$500 grant available
Due Anytime
Philadelphia Orchard Project (POP)
POP assists school partners in designing and planting their orchards and training in ongoing orchard care, harvest, and use.
Free Orchard Trees – no application
The Stormwater Grants Program can pay for the design and construction of stormwater retrofit projects on non-residential properties in Philadelphia. Stormwater retrofit projects provide an opportunity to reduce stormwater pollution, fix drainage problems, and cut down on water bills.
Must request a Pre-Application Meeting by September 19th, 2025
Due October 17th, 2025
Toshiba America Foundation provides grants for STEM projects for grades K-5, as well as for grades 6-12
Application Link for grades 6-12
K-5 less than $1000 Due 10/1
6-12 greater than $5000 Due 11/1
6-12 less than $5000 Due 12/1
Walmart provides Local Community Grants for K-12 public or nonprofit private schools, charter schools, and other educational institutions whose projects are community-based.
Applications are accepted and reviewed on a quarterly basis: Mar. 10 - Apr. 15, May 1 - July 15, Aug. 1 - Oct. 15, Nov. 3 - Dec 31
$250 - $5000 Grants Available
The Lorri Otto Seeds for Education Program is designated for acquiring native plants and seeds for outdoor learning areas that engage youth (preschool to high school) directly in planning, planting and caring for native plant gardens.
$100 - $500 Grants Available
Due November 15th, 2025
*Grants updated on Aug 15, 2025, by Sam Dickman, Environmental Sustainability Associate, Boyer Sudduth Environmental Consultants
For more information, see “Six Grant Writing Tips to Green Your School.”
