Grow Your Vision, Not Your Budget.

Big dreams don’t always come with big budgets.

Adventure Yards is committed to helping schools, nonprofits, land trusts, and wellness organizations access the outdoor spaces they deserve. Whether you're dreaming of a nature trail, an outdoor classroom, or native landscaping, we’re here to help find a way forward—together.

For schools & stewards

  • Public and private schools

  • Community wellness organizations

  • Land trusts and conservation groups

  • Libraries, childcare centers, and educational nonprofits

Not sure if you qualify? Just reach out—we’re always happy to talk through options.

Grant Opportunities for Nature-Based Projects

  • Maine Recreational Trails Program (RTP)

    Supports the development and maintenance of recreational trails for motorized and non-motorized uses.

    $5,000 to $120,000 (80% federal match)

    Deadline: September 26, 2025

  • Therapeutic Garden Grant – National Garden Bureau

    Supports the development of therapeutic gardens that promote the healing power of human interaction with plants.

    Up to $3,000

    Deadline: July 1, 2025

  • Roots & Shoots Project Grants – Jane Goodall Institute

    Funds youth-led projects that positively impact people, animals, and the environment.

    Up to $200

    Deadline: May 4, 2025

  • Toshiba America Foundation Grants

    Provides funding for K–12 teachers to bring innovative science and math projects into the classroom.

    K-5: Up to $1,000
    6-12: Up to $5,000

    Deadline:
    K-5: October 1, 2025
    6-12: March 1, June 1, September. 1 & Dec, 1 2025

  • Lots of Compassion Grant – Kids Gardening & Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day

    Offers grants to transform vacant lots into gardens that foster compassion and community engagement.

    $20,000

    Deadline: June 16, 2025

  • Free Milkweeds for Schools & Nonprofits – Monarch Watch

    Provides free milkweed plants to schools and nonprofits to support monarch butterfly habitats.

    Free Milkweed Plants

    Deadline: October 1, 2025

  • Budding Botanist Grant – Kids Gardening

    Supports school gardens that teach environmental stewardship and plant science.

    $1,000

    Deadline: October 20, 2025

  • GardenConnect Grant – Green Our Planet

    Offers funding for schools to implement hydroponics and outdoor garden STEM programs.

    $2,500 to school garden
    $1,000 to school

    Deadline: September 30, 2025

  • Living to Serve Grants – National FFA Organization

    Supports student-led service projects that address community needs in areas like health, nutrition, and environmental stewardship.

    Varies

    Deadline: March 31, 2025

  • Project Learning Garden – Captain Planet Foundation

    Provides schools with garden beds, tools, and curriculum to integrate gardening into daily lessons.

    Approximately $7,500 (in-kind support)

    Deadline: December 31, 2025

  • AAE National Scholarship & Grant Program – Association of American Educators

    Funds for professional development or classroom materials to educators nationwide.

    Up to $500

    Deadline: March 1 & October 1, 2025

  • Seeds for Education Grant – Wild Ones

    Provides funding for native plants and seeds to engage youth in planning and planting native gardens.

    $100 to $500

    Deadline: November 15, 2025

  • School Garden Grant – Whole Kids Foundation

    Offers grants to support new or existing edible gardens at K–12 schools.

    Up to $3,500

    Deadline: March 5, 2025

  • Monarch Garden Grants – Monarch Joint Venture

    Funds the creation of monarch butterfly habitats through native plant gardens.

    Up to $600

    Deadline: February 1, 2025

  • Plant America Community Project Grants – National Garden Clubs

    Supports community beautification and gardening projects by NGC member clubs.

    Up to $2,000

    Deadline: October 15, 2025

  • Enrichment and Enhancement Grants – Nature Sacred

    Provides funding for programming and maintenance of existing Sacred Places to foster community engagement.

    Varies

    Deadline: February 15, 2025

Ready to explore funding options or bring your idea to life?


Let’s talk—no pressure, just possibility.