Have you applied for your $2,000 Garden Grant yet?

The School Garden Grants Program is a collaboration between the Whole Kids Foundation, Whole Foods Market, and FoodCorps. Thanks to the generosity of Whole Foods Market customers and other partners, the Whole Kids Foundation is able to provide grants of $2,000 to support school garden projects in the U.S., U.K. and Canada.

Why 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.

Apply

School garden grant applications will be accepted through 5pm CST, December 31, 2011. Learn more about the application process and apply for a school garden grant.