Description
The Environmental Education Grant Program supports locally and regionally focused environmental education projects that promote environmental stewardship and help develop knowledgeable and responsible students, teachers, and community members. The program provides financial support for projects that design, demonstrate, and/or disseminate environmental education practices, methods, or techniques that increase public awareness and knowledge about local environmental issues and provide participants with the skills necessary to make informed decisions and take responsible actions toward the environment. Key priorities include educating students, educators, and community members on the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) to address local and/or regional environmental issues, and ensuring clean and safe water. Examples of eligible projects include participating in aquatic ecosystem restoration, introducing AI tools to forecast rainfall or flooding, and managing stormwater runoff.
• The program will award between 13-16 grants, with a total funding amount of $3.2 million.
• The award ceiling is $250,000, and the award floor is $200,000.
• The project period is expected to be between 1-2 years.
• Eligible applicants include local education agencies, non-profit organizations, colleges or universities, state education or environmental agencies, and tribal organizations.
• The application must address both the educational and environmental priorities described in the notice of funding opportunity.
• The application must include a project narrative, budget, and other required documents.