Louisiana · Private / Local Grant

New Orleans Youth Climate Action Fund

Funding

$1,000–$5,000

Grade Focus

K-12 and youth organizations

Application Due

September 10, 2026

Level of Gov't

City / Private

Eligibility

New Orleans area K-12 schools, youth organizations, and nonprofits working on climate education and environmental action projects.

Program Goals

Fund youth-led climate education, environmental STEM projects, and community action programs in New Orleans. Priority goes to projects that connect student learning to real-world climate and sustainability outcomes.

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Application and Distribution

Applications are submitted through the City of New Orleans mayor's office climate initiative portal. Deadline is September 10, 2026. Contact the city's Office of Resilience and Sustainability for application guidance.

Cycle Notes

Annual grant cycle. The 2026 deadline is September 10. Awards typically distributed in fall. Monitor nola.gov for future cycle announcements.

Grant Award Amount

Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 per school or organization. Projects focused on measurable youth engagement and climate outcomes tend to receive higher awards.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Climate Action Kit
Smart Solar Energy Kit
CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit (accessory)
Forward Education Learning Platform

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to be in New Orleans city limits?

Yes. This fund targets schools and youth organizations within the City of New Orleans.

Can STEM curriculum projects qualify?

Yes. Climate-focused STEM projects that connect student learning to environmental action are a strong fit for this fund.

What does 'youth-led' mean?

Projects should involve students in planning, implementing, or presenting climate action work, not just receiving instruction.

Grant Support

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Curriculum alignment documents — Louisiana 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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