Blue School Grant Program
Eligibility
K-12 public and private schools in the St. Johns River Water Management District (northeast and central Florida) are eligible. Programs must focus on water science, water quality, river ecology, or water conservation education. Students must be directly involved in hands-on water learning activities.
Program Goals
The Blue School Grant Program, administered by the St. Johns River Water Management District, funds water education programs at schools in the St. Johns watershed. Grants support student investigations of local water quality, river ecosystems, wetland science, and conservation. The program connects Florida students to the rivers, lakes, and springs that define the region's ecology.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted online through the SJRWMD website. The 2026 cycle opens August 1 and closes September 15. Submit a project description, student engagement plan, water science alignment, and budget. Schools must be in the SJRWMD service area.
Cycle Notes
Blue School Grants run on an annual fall cycle. The 2026 deadline is September 15. Visit sjrwmd.com/educational-resources/grants for the current application and service area map.
Grant Award Amount
Blue School grants award up to $5,000 per project for water science equipment, curriculum, field supplies, and student materials tied to the approved water education program.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- CHARGE Climate Sensor Kit — water and environmental monitoring for Blue School student investigations
- micro:bit Starter Kit — data logging for water quality and river ecosystem science projects
- Smart Hydroponics Kit — water systems and plant science aligned to Florida water education programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Blue School Grants in Florida?
K-12 schools in the St. Johns River Water Management District (northeast and central Florida) are eligible. Programs must focus on water science or conservation.
How much funding is available through Blue School Grants?
Awards are up to $5,000 per project.
Can Blue School Grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Blue School Grant funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Florida schools apply for Blue School Grants?
Apply online at sjrwmd.com by September 15, 2026. Submit a project description, student engagement plan, water science alignment, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with Blue School Grant funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Florida schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Blue School Grants fund. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Florida standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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