- Funder: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA Region 10)
- Award Amount: Up to $100,000
- Eligible Grades: K-12
- Application Due: Annual (check EPA Region 10 for OR)
- Grant Type: Federal Competitive Grant
- More Info: https://www.epa.gov/education/environmental-education-grants
What Are EPA Environmental Education Grants?
The EPA awards competitive grants of up to $100,000 for K-12 environmental education projects through its Environmental Education grants program. Oregon falls under EPA Region 10 (Pacific Northwest). Nonprofits, schools, and local governments are eligible.
What Do They Fund?
Environmental education programs that increase public awareness of environmental issues. Projects with measurable outcomes and community engagement are prioritized. Oregon applicants should contact EPA Region 10 in Seattle.
How Forward Education Fits
Forward Education environmental science and ecology kits support the hands-on environmental education that EPA grants fund. Our curriculum includes measurable learning outcomes aligned to Oregon science standards.
Next Steps
Visit epa.gov/education/environmental-education-grants for current cycle information. Contact EPA Region 10 for Oregon-specific guidance and contact Forward Education for curriculum alignment documentation.
