NOAA B-WET (Bay Watershed Education and Training)
Eligibility
US nonprofits, school districts, and local government agencies. Washington state is served by the Pacific Coast B-WET region. Review NOAA's current eligibility and regional guidelines.
Program Goals
NOAA B-WET funds Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs) that connect K-12 students to local watersheds, marine environments, and environmental stewardship. Washington's coastal and watershed ecosystems make it a strong fit for this program. Grants support field experiences, curriculum development, and environmental monitoring.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted through grants.gov during annual competition periods. Washington applicants should review NOAA's Pacific Coast B-WET regional guidelines. Contact NOAA's B-WET program office for Washington-specific dates and requirements.
Cycle Notes
Annual competition. Deadlines vary by region. Washington falls under NOAA's Pacific Coast B-WET program. Check coast.noaa.gov/bwet for current Pacific Coast cycle dates.
Grant Award Amount
Award amounts vary by regional cycle and project scope. Review current NOAA B-WET solicitations for specific award ranges and eligible expenses.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Climate Action Kit - Environmental monitoring kit with micro:bit sensors. Students collect temperature, humidity, and environmental data from watershed or coastal sites.
- Coding for Good Kit - Students code solutions to environmental challenges, connecting NOAA's watershed stewardship goals to computational thinking.
- Smart Solar Energy Kit - Renewable energy and environmental stewardship learning tied to NOAA's sustainability and ocean health educational goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE)?
A MWEE is an extended outdoor learning sequence that connects students to a local watershed through investigation, stewardship action, and reflection. NOAA B-WET funds programs built around MWEEs.
Which region covers Washington state?
Washington is part of NOAA's Pacific Coast B-WET region. Check coast.noaa.gov/bwet for the Pacific Coast program office and contact information.
Can a school district apply directly?
Yes. School districts, nonprofits, and local government agencies can all apply. Review NOAA's current eligibility requirements.
What environmental topics does B-WET cover?
Watershed health, marine ecosystems, water quality, and environmental stewardship. Washington's salmon-bearing rivers, Puget Sound, and coastal ecosystems are ideal MWEE settings.
When are Washington-specific deadlines?
Check the NOAA Pacific Coast B-WET page for current year deadlines. Regional deadlines vary and may differ from other B-WET regions.
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 - Washington 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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