Deadline: 27-Jun-22
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce the Wellborn Ecology Fund to increase environmental and ecological science knowledge in the Upper Valley.
The Foundation has been focusing wellborn resources to increase access to place-based ecology education for children and youth, with particular emphasis on K-12 and early childhood education centers in underserved communities.
The Wellborn School-based Project Grants will help your K-12 school or early childhood education center launch (or continue) place-based ecology education programs/projects during the upcoming school year.
Funding Information
- Up to $5,000
- On a case-by-case basis, larger amounts may be considered. If you are contemplating a project proposal for an amount greater than $5,000, a pre-application consultation is required.
Grants are available for, but not limited to:
- Starting or enhancing hands-on, place-based ecology-education programs in schools by supporting teachers, schools and the nonprofit organizations that work with them.
- Supporting teachers to participate in professional development opportunities that will enhance their skills in place-based ecology education and/or nature-based early learning.
- Enhancing hands-on, nature-based, outdoor learning approaches that are tied to Common Core and Next Generation Science standards.
- Improving, enhancing or creating access to natural areas (including gardens and outdoor classrooms) within walking distance of schools and early childhood centers, and helping to integrate learning opportunities in those natural areas with school curriculum.
- Providing opportunities for youth to have nature-immersion experiences in school programs.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or be a school, municipality or other subdivision of government. Organizations that do not have public charity status may apply for grants if another public charity acts as a fiscal sponsor.
For more information, visit https://www.nhcf.org/how-can-we-help-you/apply-for-a-grant/wellborn/