Environmental Education Grants Program
Eligibility
Public & private schools, districts, colleges, conservation districts, nonprofits, PA businesses
Program Goals
DEP awards over $1M a year for environmental education projects — and climate change is one of its five named priority topics, so your hands-on climate, energy, and watershed projects fit squarely. Grants run from $5K seed awards up to $65K, and schools apply directly.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Next deadline 2026-11-13 — start the application 4–6 weeks ahead.
Cycle Notes
2026 cycle opened Aug 18, 2025 and closed Nov 14, 2025 (projects run Jul 2026-Jun 2027); DEP announced in April 2026 that the next round opens in August 2026
Grant Award Amount
Up to $65,000 (Seed ≤$5K, Grow $5K–$30K, Impact $30K–$65K)
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Climate Action Kit, Smart Solar Kit
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Environmental Education Grants Program in Pennsylvania?
Public & private schools, districts, colleges, conservation districts, nonprofits, PA businesses
How much funding is available through Environmental Education Grants Program?
Up to $65,000 (Seed ≤$5K, Grow $5K–$30K, Impact $30K–$65K). Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges.
Can Environmental Education Grants Program funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Environmental Education Grants Program 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 Pennsylvania schools apply for Environmental Education Grants Program?
Next deadline 2026-11-13 — start the application 4–6 weeks ahead.
How can Forward Education help with Environmental Education Grants Program funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Pennsylvania schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Environmental Education Grants Program funds. 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 — Pennsylvania 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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