EPA Environmental Education Grants in Pennsylvania
What This Grant Funds
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Environmental Education Grants program funds projects that increase public awareness and knowledge about environmental and ecological issues. K-12 programs that teach students about environmental science, climate change, water quality, air quality, and sustainability are eligible. Grants can fund curriculum development, teacher training, field experiences, and classroom materials. Projects must be educational in nature and focused on building environmental literacy in students and educators.
Who Is Eligible in Pennsylvania
Local education agencies, nonprofits, colleges and universities, and state and local government agencies in Pennsylvania are eligible. Schools must demonstrate that funded activities go beyond what is already required in the regular curriculum. Projects that engage underserved communities or address specific local environmental issues are looked upon favorably.
Funding Amounts
EPA Environmental Education grants typically range from $50,000 to $100,000. Pennsylvania falls under EPA Region 3, which covers the mid-Atlantic states. Check the Region 3 office for specific funding availability in any given year.
How Forward Education Products Qualify
Forward Education's climate education tools and environmental data collection activities using micro:bit kits are directly applicable to EPA-funded programming. Students can build sensors, collect environmental data, and analyze real-world climate indicators using our physical computing curriculum. This type of hands-on environmental science learning aligns with EPA's goals of building lasting environmental literacy and inquiry skills in K-12 students.
How to Apply and Timeline
EPA Environmental Education grants are announced through Grants.gov. Region 3 typically posts its solicitation in the winter with applications due in the spring. Check Grants.gov regularly and subscribe to EPA Region 3 updates to stay current on open funding opportunities. Applications require a detailed project narrative, budget, and evaluation plan.
Visit the EPA Environmental Education grants page for current opportunities and application instructions.
