Ag in the Classroom Classroom Mini-Grant Program
Eligibility
South Carolina K-12 teachers in public or private schools. Projects must integrate agriculture into classroom instruction. One grant per teacher per cycle.
Program Goals
South Carolina Farm Bureau's Ag in the Classroom Mini-Grant helps K-12 teachers integrate agriculture, food systems, and plant science into classroom instruction. The program connects SC students to the farming and food systems that sustain South Carolina communities.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Apply online at scfb.org by September 7, 2026. Submit a project description showing how agriculture connects to classroom learning.
Cycle Notes
Annual fall deadline. 2026 deadline September 7. One grant per teacher. Monitor scfb.org for future cycles.
Grant Award Amount
$500 per teacher for classroom materials, supplies, and resources tied to the approved agriculture education project.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for SC Ag in the Classroom Mini-Grants?
SC K-12 teachers in public or private schools. One grant per teacher per cycle.
How much does the mini-grant provide?
$500 per teacher.
Can mini-grant funds be used for STEM tools?
Yes. Hands-on science tools that align to agriculture and plant science learning goals are eligible.
How do SC teachers apply?
Apply online at scfb.org by September 7, 2026.
How can Forward Education help?
Our Climate Action Kit connects to plant science and environmental sustainability topics that align to agriculture education goals.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
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 — South Carolina 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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