- Funder: Gray Family Foundation
- Award Amount: $5,000 - $20,000
- Eligible Grades: K-12
- Application Due: October 2, 2026
- Grant Type: Private Foundation Competitive Grant
- More Info: https://www.grayfamilyfoundation.net/
What Is the Gray Family Foundation?
The Gray Family Foundation is one of Oregon's leading private funders of environmental education. They award grants to Oregon nonprofits and schools working to connect students to nature and environmental science. Awards range from $5,000 to $20,000.
What Do They Fund?
Environmental education programs, outdoor learning, ecology projects, and STEM programs with a strong nature or conservation connection. Projects serving Oregon K-12 students are the primary focus.
How Forward Education Fits
Forward Education climate science and ecology kits support hands-on environmental learning that aligns with Gray Family Foundation priorities. We can provide curriculum alignment documents, pricing letters, and letters of support for Oregon applicants.
Deadline
The annual deadline is October 2. The 2026 deadline is October 2, 2026. Submit early and contact Forward Education at least 2 weeks before the deadline to get documentation in place.
Next Steps
Visit grayfamilyfoundation.net for current guidelines. Contact Forward Education now so we can prepare your curriculum alignment and support letter before October 2.
