California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants
Eligibility
- California K–12 public schools and charter schools
- California school districts and county offices of education
- California nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students
Program Goals
Supports coastal and ocean environmental education and stewardship programs in California. Good fit for climate and marine science education projects.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Annual (check coastal.ca.gov)
Grant Award Amount
Typically $5K–$30K
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- CHARGE (micro:bit climate sensor) — Hands-on climate sensor built on the micro:bit platform for collecting real environmental data. Supports place-based STEM learning and qualifies for environmental science and physical computing programs.
- Coding for Climate Kit — Hands-on curriculum kit teaching climate science, environmental data collection, and coding-based problem-solving. Aligns with STEM and environmental literacy grants; cross-curricular science and CS integration.
- Smart Hydroponics Kit — Coding and sensor-based hydroponics curriculum connecting food systems, environmental science, and computing. Aligns with STEM and environmental literacy grants; supports cross-curricular project-based learning.
Keep in Mind
Deadlines for this grant vary by cycle. Subscribe to notifications from the funder and prepare your project proposal now so you can move quickly when the window opens.
Funders in this category care about measurable environmental literacy gains. Frame your request around what students will understand and do differently, with Forward Education tools as the vehicle to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants in California?
California K–12 public schools and charter schools California school districts and county offices of education California nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students
How much funding is available through California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants?
Typically $5K–$30K. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.
Can California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants 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 schools apply for California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants?
Annual (check coastal.ca.gov)
How can Forward Education help with California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for California schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes California Coastal Commission: Whale Tail Grants funds. 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 — TEKS, Common Core, and state 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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