Florida Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher Grants
Eligibility
Florida K-12 teachers may apply. Projects must incorporate agricultural science, food systems, plant biology, or environmental education into classroom instruction. There is no geographic restriction — all Florida teachers are eligible.
Program Goals
Florida Agriculture in the Classroom provides competitive teacher grants to support classroom projects that integrate agriculture and food systems into K-12 instruction. Funded projects connect students to Florida agriculture through hands-on experiments, school gardens, farm field trips, food science activities, and agricultural career exploration. The program builds agricultural literacy and STEM skills for Florida students across all grade levels.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted through the Florida AITC website. The 2026-27 cycle opens August 7 and closes September 30, 2026. Submit a project description, agricultural learning objectives, and budget. Awards are announced in October.
Cycle Notes
Florida AITC Teacher Grants run on an annual cycle, opening in August and closing in September. The 2026 deadline is September 30. Visit fl-ag.com/aitc/grants for the current application.
Grant Award Amount
Awards are up to $1,000 per project for curriculum, garden supplies, materials, and resources directly tied to the approved agricultural education project.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Smart Hydroponics Kit — indoor growing and plant science aligned to Florida AITC grant goals
- CHARGE Climate Sensor Kit — outdoor environmental monitoring for school garden programs
- micro:bit Starter Kit — data collection for plant science and agricultural student investigations
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Florida AITC Teacher Grants?
Florida K-12 teachers statewide may apply. Projects must integrate agricultural science, food systems, or plant biology into classroom instruction.
How much funding is available through Florida AITC grants?
Awards are up to $1,000 per project.
Can Florida AITC grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Florida AITC 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 teachers apply for AITC grants?
Apply online at fl-ag.com/aitc/grants by September 30, 2026. Submit a project description, agricultural learning objectives, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with Florida AITC 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 Florida AITC 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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