Environmental Education Fund
This grant funds nature-based science learning for K-12 students in Emmet County, supporting field trips, equipment, and educator training to connect youth with local ecosystems.
Funder: Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted during the K-12 school year)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per grant; for activities during the current K-12 school year.
Summary: Supports nature-based learning for K-12 students in Emmet County through grants for field trips, equipment, and educator training.
Key Information: Activities must occur during the current school year and emphasize nature-based learning; recreational/athletic activities not eligible.
Description
The Environmental Education Fund provides small grants to support nature-based learning experiences for K-12 students in Emmet County, Michigan. Funding can be used for field trip transportation to local natural environments, equipment that enhances ecological observation, and specialized training for educators or nonprofit staff in environmental education. The goal is to foster meaningful connections between local youth and the region’s unique natural resources, using Emmet County’s landscape as an outdoor classroom.
