School Garden Grants

FoodCorps is partnering with the Whole Kids Foundation School Garden Grant Program to offer grants to individuals and organizations ready to build, expand or renew their own school garden.

The application period for 2011 is now closed. We were thrilled by the overwhelming response! Recipients will be notified starting in February.

Why School Gardens?

School gardens are a vital educational tool. Every seed planted sprouts a new opportunity for kids to cultivate healthy eating habits. Teaching kids to garden helps them learn about complex topics like sustainability and conservation, food systems and community awareness––not to mention an appreciation for food from seed to plate.

About the Grant Program

Learning about the process of growing food helps children develop a deep understanding of the connection between healthy eating and a healthy body. School gardens offer an opportunity to integrate math, science and health curriculum into a dynamic, interactive setting. They also provide a base of knowledge that allows children to take an active role in healthy food choices.