Conservation License Plate Grants (Discover Florida's Oceans and Protect Florida Springs)
Eligibility
Florida K-12 schools, nonprofits, colleges, and government agencies focused on marine or freshwater conservation education are eligible. Programs must directly benefit Florida's ocean ecosystems or freshwater springs through education, stewardship, research, or conservation activities. Applicants must be Florida-based organizations.
Program Goals
The Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida administers Conservation License Plate Grant Programs funded by specialty license plate revenues. The Discover Florida's Oceans program funds marine science education and ocean conservation. The Protect Florida Springs program funds freshwater spring conservation and science education. Both programs support school-based and community conservation education across Florida.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted through the Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida grants portal. Multiple grant cycles run per year; the next cycle for ocean and spring grants opens September 1, 2026. Submit a project description, conservation education objectives, and budget. Awards vary by program track.
Cycle Notes
Conservation License Plate Grant cycles run multiple times per year. The next cycle opens September 1, 2026. Visit myfwf.org for current program details, application portal access, and cycle dates for the Discover Florida's Oceans and Protect Florida Springs programs.
Grant Award Amount
Award amounts vary by program track. Grants range from small classroom awards up to $50,000 for larger conservation education projects. Check the FWF Foundation website for current award ranges by program.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- CHARGE Climate Sensor Kit — ocean and freshwater environmental monitoring for FL conservation education
- micro:bit Starter Kit — data collection and field science for student ocean and spring investigations
- Smart Hydroponics Kit — water systems and ecosystem science aligned to Florida conservation programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for FL Conservation License Plate Grants?
Florida K-12 schools, nonprofits, colleges, and government agencies focused on ocean or spring conservation education are eligible. Programs must directly benefit Florida's marine or freshwater ecosystems.
How much funding is available through FL Conservation License Plate Grants?
Awards range from small classroom grants up to $50,000 for larger conservation education projects, depending on the program track.
Can Conservation License Plate Grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Conservation License Plate Grant 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 Florida schools apply for Conservation License Plate Grants?
Apply through the Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida grants portal at myfwf.org. The next cycle opens September 1, 2026. Submit a project description, conservation education objectives, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with Conservation License Plate Grant funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Florida schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes these grants fund. Contact us before submitting your application.
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 — Florida 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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