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The Traditional Bee Grant is sponsored by Whole Kids Foundation. This grant supports new initiatives focused on bee education and conservation. It provides funding or equipment for establishing beehives and fostering awareness among students.
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Bee Grant | Support Pollinator Education Today — WFM Foundation In partnership with The Bee Cause Project . These grant programs allow for schools and non-profit organizations to receive support for educational beehives and bee programming so students can observe bees up close and learn about the vital role these pollinators play in our food system.
K-12 Schools or Non-Profit Organizations that serve at least 10 students in any grades K-12 in the U.S./Canada Follow this flow chart to see if your school or organization is eligible for a Bee Grant. The Traditional Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that serve any grades K-12 to start a new or enhance an existing bee program hosting live bees on their campus.
A choice of a monetary or equipment grant intended to support schools in bringing live bees to their campus or grow their already existing educational hive program. Monetary Grant: $1,500 monetary grant Equipment Grant: Indoor Observation Hive You can find a copy of this year’s 2026 Traditional Bee Grant application here .
All final applications MUST be submitted online but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started! *Previous Bee Grant Recipients Only The Renewal Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that have previously received a Bee Grant to receive support to grow their programs. A $500 monetary grant intended to boost or support existing educational bee programs.
Applicant must have received a Traditional Bee Grant from Whole Kids in 2024 or before and completed the required Progress Report. Live bees are not required to apply for this grant. Also included with the grant award: One-on-one Program Consultation with The Bee Cause Project for program development, technical support, and beekeeper guidance (if applicable).
Educator Resource Pack to provide the strategies and tools needed to grow a strong Bee Program. This includes core compliant lessons, activities, distance learning experiences, Bee Program budgeting and planning tools, community engagement opportunities, and more.
Bee a Friend to Pollinators Class: an optional, asynchronous summer course from Clemson Online that helps educators bring pollinator conservation to life through engaging lessons and projects. You can find a copy of this year’s 2026 Renewal Bee Grant application here . All final applications MUST be submitted online but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started!
September 1, 2025 : Traditional and Renewal Bee Grant Applications Open October 15, 2025: Traditional Part 1 and Renewal Bee Grant Application Closes October 31, 2025: Traditional Bee Grant Application Closes December 17, 2025: Notification of All Bee Grant Applications February 2026: Delivery of Bee Grant Packages Bee Grant Recipient | Gold Hill School | Boulder, CO Get started with your bee grant application by watching a recorded webinar.
Bee Grant Overview Webinar Nycdoe Genovesi Environmental Study Center | Brooklyn, NY 2025 Applications are now closed. Check back in the Fall! All final applications MUST be submitted online via SmartSimple but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started!
Make sure to check out our SmartSimple tutorital video for a quick how-to for using the application software. For any questions about beehives or hosting live bees, email our bee-expert partners at The Bee Cause Project at info@thebeecause. org For any technical questions about the grant or application process, email grants@wholekidsfoundation.
org Bee Grant Recipient | Manitoba 4-H Council | Brandon, MB Canada Traditional Grant Overview Document Renewal Grant Overview Document The Inside Buzz Newsletter Grant Writing Tips Document and Recorded Webinar
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants must ensure strong support from their organization and have a knowledgeable beekeeper as a mentor. This initiative emphasizes bee education and conservation. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.