Grants


The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation

Due: Rolling Basis (Year-Round)

The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) is dedicated to planting fruitful trees and plants to alleviate world hunger, combat global warming, strengthen communities, and improve the surrounding air, soil, and water. FTPF programs strategically donate orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, at places such as community gardens, public schools, city/state parks, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries.

Fund for Teachers

Due: January 23, 2025

This program provides provides educators with resources needed to pursue self-designed professional learning experiences. FFT grants are used for an unlimited variety of projects; all designed to create enhanced learning environments for teachers, their students and their school communities.

Silos & Smokestacks Field Trip Award Program

Available throughout the 2024-2025 school year 

The Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) Field Trip Program is a grant initiative designed to help schools in the 37 county heritage area fund the transportation costs associated with field trips to designated SSNHA Heritage Sites and farm sites giving students the opportunity to learn about America’s agricultural heritage firsthand. The award funds 75% of the total amount of transportation costs to and from the school and the selected SSNHA Heritage Site or farm site. Award not to exceed $350.00.

Walmart Community Grants

Due: Quarter 4: November 1—December 31

Grants are a for K-12 public or nonprofit private school, charter school, community/junior college, state/private college or university; or a church or other faith-based organization, and range from $250-$5,000. Proposed projects must benefit the community at large.

Rural Technology Funds

Due: Every 30-60 days

Rural Tech Fund provide grants for Rural Technology Education projects and Assistive Technology projects.

Aquaponics Grants

Grants for your school to set up an aquaponics system.


The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation

Due: Rolling Basis (Year-Round)

The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) is dedicated to planting fruitful trees and plants to alleviate world hunger, combat global warming, strengthen communities, and improve the surrounding air, soil, and water. FTPF programs strategically donate orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, at places such as community gardens, public schools, city/state parks, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries.


Rural Technology Funds

Due: Every 30-60 days

Rural Tech Fund provide grants for Rural Technology Education projects and Assistive Technology projects.