The WNPS Education Committee is soliciting proposals for Education Grants of up to $2k!
Education Grants: The Education Committee encourages educators throughout our state to develop projects that educate students and the public about native plants and plant habitats. Grants are available to WNPS members for amounts between $500 and $2000 for education projects that further the goals of the Society. These grants are funded by WNPS member contributions to support academic/classroom projects or activities that encourage students to learn about Washington’s native flora, and public education projects linked to gardens, museums, parks and other public displays of or about native plants. Teachers who have been granted awards can serve as mentors for other teachers hoping to do similar projects in their school districts.
This is a competitive grant process. All education grant applications are reviewed carefully by the Education Committee and awarded based on consideration of factors such as the greatest educational benefits, geographical representation, and feasibility of project completion. Preference may be given to students, first time recipient team projects, or chapters and organizations with limited financial resources. The 2026 budget is $8000, which may be dispersed to fund between 4 and 8 grants depending on funding requests. The 2026 cycle is open December 1st, 2025 with a due day of February 1, 2026 for 2026 funding.
Please contact the Education Committee at education@wnps.org if you have any questions.
Proposal Guidelines for 2026:
The committee encourages formal and informal educators throughout Washington to develop projects about native plants and plant habitats for their classes, schools, school districts, or organizations. Projects may be in the form of a permanent public display including plantings or labeling of native plants; an educational curriculum or museum display; a website or website-based educational program; posters, signs, brochures or presentations about invasive plants; or a teacher resource package that is suitable for reproduction and distribution.
In 2026, awards will be granted for funding requests of $500 to $2000. Grant requests for smaller amounts should first be referred to the members’ local chapter for consideration. Awards are granted to cover only direct expenses paid for supplies and materials. Indirect costs are not eligible for payment with grant funds. Note that the Education grant funds cannot be used to fund staff salaries or time for any organization applying for funding. Funding for subcontracts may be given consideration on a case-by-case basis,but is not preferred.
Grant funds are to be used within one year of receiving funding, unless an extension is formally requested.