Youth Garden Grants
Each year, the National Gardening Association awards several hundred Youth Garden Grants to schools, neighborhood organizations, community centers, camps, clubs, and intergenerational programs throughout the United States. Each grant consists of a wide assortment of quality tools, seeds, garden products, and educational materials. Click here to learn more and download an application for Youth Garden Grants.

Organic School Garden Awards
Do you use organic methods in your school garden? If so, you are eligible to enter this contest sponsored by The Rodale Institute. Teams of students and teachers are asked to submit an essay and photos that express how their school garden improves students' health and the health of the Earth. Three winning schools will receive cash prizes. Visit the Web site for entry forms, guidelines, and information on previous winners.

Learning Grounds National Grant
(for Canadian schools)
K-12 educators wishing to create or expand naturalized areas on school grounds can apply. The areas must be used for learning and discovery. At least 75% of the grant funds must be used to purchase native species of trees, shrubs, and wildflowers. You can download an application from the Learning Grounds Web site.