4-H Grants & Scholarships: Spring Spotlight — Part 3
Hey 4-H’ers! As we continue our roundup of grants and scholarships inspired by nature, we’ve found some very exciting opportunities this week. So get working on those applications and good luck!
FishAmerica Foundation Grants
Deadline: Varies
Any 4-H fishers out there? We hope so, because this opportunity is perfect for you! The FishAmerica Foundation provides funding for hands on-projects at the local level thatbenefit sport fishing populations and the sport of fishing.
A variety of grants are offered at different times throughout the year, for projects focusing on subjects such as enhancing fish populations, restoring habitats and improving water quality. Applications are accepted year-round, so we suggest you check the FishAmerica’s website grants page often to see which grants are available and apply for one that fits your needs. We hope you hook this great opportunity!
Fruit Tree Planting Foundation Orchard Grants
Deadline: Rolling
Want to help out the earth and get free fresh fruit for your good efforts? Presented by the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, Fruit Tree Orchard Grants provide high-quality fruit trees and shrubs to recipients such as nonprofit clubs and public schools who pledge to care for the trees and utilize them for a charitable purpose.
So if you’re interested in a 4-H project that’s healthy for both the surrounding environment and for the community, this one’s for you! This document will tell you more about the program including how to apply.
Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program
Deadline: October 15, 2011
Established by Wild Ones in 1996, the Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program gives small monetary grants to schools, nature centers and nonprofits for stewardshipprojects using native plants.
Successful non-school applicants are often partnerships between a groups such as 4-H and site owners, so this would be a great opportunity to reach out to your local community! Cash awards range from $100 to $500, to use toward the purchase of native plants and seeds.
Learn more about this grant program and download an application here.
Tune in next week for more grants and scholarships to keep on your radar. And as always, if you know about an opportunity that we haven’t featured here, you can tell us about it in the comment field below!
FishAmerica Foundation Grants
Deadline: Varies
Any 4-H fishers out there? We hope so, because this opportunity is perfect for you! The FishAmerica Foundation provides funding for hands on-projects at the local level thatbenefit sport fishing populations and the sport of fishing.
A variety of grants are offered at different times throughout the year, for projects focusing on subjects such as enhancing fish populations, restoring habitats and improving water quality. Applications are accepted year-round, so we suggest you check the FishAmerica’s website grants page often to see which grants are available and apply for one that fits your needs. We hope you hook this great opportunity!
Fruit Tree Planting Foundation Orchard Grants
Deadline: Rolling
Want to help out the earth and get free fresh fruit for your good efforts? Presented by the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, Fruit Tree Orchard Grants provide high-quality fruit trees and shrubs to recipients such as nonprofit clubs and public schools who pledge to care for the trees and utilize them for a charitable purpose.
So if you’re interested in a 4-H project that’s healthy for both the surrounding environment and for the community, this one’s for you! This document will tell you more about the program including how to apply.
Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program
Deadline: October 15, 2011
Established by Wild Ones in 1996, the Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program gives small monetary grants to schools, nature centers and nonprofits for stewardshipprojects using native plants.
Successful non-school applicants are often partnerships between a groups such as 4-H and site owners, so this would be a great opportunity to reach out to your local community! Cash awards range from $100 to $500, to use toward the purchase of native plants and seeds.
Learn more about this grant program and download an application here.
Tune in next week for more grants and scholarships to keep on your radar. And as always, if you know about an opportunity that we haven’t featured here, you can tell us about it in the comment field below!