California · Private/State Foundation

S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation)

Funding

Varies (through re-granted funds)

Grade Focus

K–12

Application Due

Check calfund.org for current STEM education opportunities

Level of Gov't

Private (California-based legacy)

Eligibility

K–12 public and private schools
Classroom teachers applying directly
Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education

Program Goals

The S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation concluded its active grantmaking in 2020 but distributed remaining assets to California Community Foundations focused on STEM education and environmental stewardship. Legacy organizations continue STEM education work statewide.

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Application and Distribution

Check calfund.org for current STEM education opportunities

Grant Award Amount

Varies (through re-granted funds)

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

micro:bit Starter Kit — Programmable microcontroller kits that introduce hands-on coding and electronics projects. Qualifies as CS/coding hardware for K-12 classrooms and supports physical computing education goals.
Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum connecting computer science to real-world community problems. Qualifies for CS education and digital literacy funding; builds computational thinking through authentic challenges.
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.
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

Watch for the application window

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.

Lead with learning outcomes, not equipment

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 S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation) in California?

K–12 public and private schools Classroom teachers applying directly Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education

How much funding is available through S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation)?

Funding varies by cycle and applicant. Check the current program guidelines for up-to-date award amounts.

Can S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation) funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation) 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 S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation)?

Check calfund.org for current STEM education opportunities

How can Forward Education help with S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation) 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 S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Legacy Grants (via California Community Foundation) funds. Contact us before submitting your application.

Grant Support

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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 — 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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