EPA Environmental Education Grants (Michigan)
EPA grants to support environmental education projects in Michigan K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations.
About This Grant
The US EPA Environmental Education Grants program funds projects increasing public awareness about environmental issues. Michigan K-12 schools and nonprofits are eligible for awards of $50,000 to $100,000.
Projects combining environmental education with technology, data literacy, or CS are a strong fit. Programs helping students understand Great Lakes water quality, air quality, and climate are competitive.
Note that the 2026 competition closed March 3. Schools interested in applying should begin preparing 6-9 months before the expected announcement date.
View EPA Environmental Education Grants (Michigan)Eligibility
- Michigan K-12 public and private schools
- Nonprofit organizations with environmental education missions
- Local education agencies and tribal governments
- Projects with clear environmental education outcomes and measurable results
Allowable Uses
- Physical computing hardware (coding kits, micro:bits, robotics)
- CS and AI literacy curriculum
- Teacher professional development
- Environmental monitoring equipment, field science supplies, and data analysis tools
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — Physical computing for CS education. Aligns to Michigan CS standards for computational thinking and programming at grades K-8.
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy curriculum for middle and high school. Addresses AI and data literacy components of Michigan CS standards.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum with real-world connections. Strong alignment to Michigan standards.
- micro:bit Robotics Kit — Robotics and physical computing for grades 5-12. Supports CS standards across computational thinking and programming.
Keep in Mind
The 2026 competition is closed. Start planning for the 2027 cycle now. EPA announces opportunities 6-9 months before deadlines.
EPA reviewers respond to proposals addressing real environmental challenges in your community.
Define exactly what students will know and be able to do after your program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a school apply directly?
Yes. Nonprofits can also apply, often with a school partner.
Is this only for science classes?
No. CS projects focused on environmental data analysis qualify.
What is the grant period?
Typically 1-2 years.
Where can we find past winning proposals?
EPA posts award summaries on its website.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents mapped to Michigan CS standards, pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support. Contact us before you apply.
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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 — Michigan CS 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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