Eligibility

Texas K-12 schools, community organizations, nonprofit groups, and municipalities are eligible to apply. Projects must focus on environmental stewardship, community beautification, or sustainability education. Organizations must be located in Texas and be able to demonstrate a clear community benefit from the proposed project.

Program Goals

Our Texas, Our Future Grants, formerly known as the Green Bag Grants program, are a partnership between Keep Texas Beautiful and H-E-B. The program funds school and community environmental projects including tree planting, beautification, recycling programs, and outdoor classroom development. It aims to engage students and communities in caring for Texas natural resources and public spaces through hands-on projects.

Application and Distribution

Grant applications are accepted during the annual cycle, typically in spring. Applications are submitted through the Keep Texas Beautiful website and require a project description, budget, and expected community impact. Awards are distributed before the project start date. The current cycle is closed; the next cycle is expected in spring 2027.

Cycle Notes

The grant runs on an annual cycle tied to the Keep Texas Beautiful and H-E-B partnership timeline. The current cycle is closed and the next is expected in spring 2027. Monitor ktb.org for cycle announcements and application openings.

Grant Award Amount

Award amounts vary by project. Based on program history, grants typically range up to $3,000 per project. Funds support materials, plants, supplies, and project implementation costs directly tied to the environmental or beautification goal.

Allowable Purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Our Texas, Our Future Grants?

Texas K-12 schools, nonprofits, community groups, and municipalities are eligible. Projects must focus on environmental stewardship, beautification, or sustainability education and must benefit the local Texas community.

How much funding is available through Our Texas, Our Future Grants?

Award amounts typically range up to $3,000 per project, based on program history. The program is designed for small-scale school and community environmental projects.

Can Our Texas, Our Future Grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. Our Texas, Our Future 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 Texas schools apply for Our Texas, Our Future Grants?

Applications are submitted through the Keep Texas Beautiful website during the annual spring cycle. Describe your project, expected community impact, and budget. The current cycle is closed; the next is expected in spring 2027. Monitor ktb.org for updates.

How can Forward Education help with Our Texas, Our Future Grant funding?

Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Texas schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes this grant funds. Contact us before submitting your application.