Eligibility

Vermont schools and nonprofits in Green Mountain Power service areas. GMP serves much of western and central Vermont, including Burlington and Montpelier.

Program Goals

Green Mountain Power funds small community projects and education initiatives in their service territory. Small classroom STEM grants, science equipment, and community education projects are typical uses.

Application and Distribution

Rolling applications. Check greenmountainpower.com/community for the current application process. GMP community giving is primarily for small, local projects.

Cycle Notes

Rolling throughout the year. No fixed deadline. Contact GMP community relations for current priorities.

Grant Award Amount

Usually under $500. These are micro-grants ideal for classroom starter supplies, single kit purchases, or small science project materials.

Allowable Purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

Which part of Vermont does GMP serve?

Much of western and central Vermont, including Burlington and Montpelier. Check greenmountainpower.com for the service map.

Is this a formal grant program?

Community giving at GMP is primarily informal small grants and sponsorships. Contact GMP community relations for the current process.

What can the funds buy?

Small classroom supplies, science materials, and community project costs. Individual kit components or starter supplies are typical.

Is there a formal deadline?

Rolling — contact GMP community relations for current timing.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide product information and pricing that helps frame small STEM purchases as community education investments for GMP community giving.

Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?

Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.

• Curriculum alignment documents — Vermont standards mapped to our kits
• Program quotes and pricing
• Letters of support
• Project ideas and scope-and-sequence

Download the Forward Education Grant Guide