These grant programs allow for schools and non-profit organizations to receive support for educational beehives and bee programming so students can observe bees up close and learn about the vital role these pollinators play in our food system. Follow this flow chart to see if your school or organization is eligible for a Bee Grant.
Eligibility
K-12 Schools or Non-Profit Organizations that serve any grades K-12 in the U.S./Canada
*New Applicants only
The Traditional Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that serve any grades K-12 to start a new or enhance an existing bee program hosting live bees on their campus.
About the Program
A choice of a monetary or equipment grant intended to support schools in bringing live bees to their campus or grow their already existing educational hive program.
Grant Options
You can find a copy of this year’s 2025 Traditional Bee Grant application here. All final applications MUST be submitted online but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started!
*Previous Bee Grant Recipients only
The Renewal Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that have previously received a Bee Grant to receive support to grow their programs.
About the Program
A $500 monetary grant intended to boost or support existing educational bee programs. Applicant must have received a Traditional Bee Grant from Whole Kids Foundation in 2022 or before and completed the required Progress Report. Live bees are not required to apply for this grant.
Also included with grant award:
You can find a copy of this year’s 2025 Renewal Bee Grant application here. All final applications MUST be submitted online but we share the application PDF as a way for you to prepare and get started!
September 4, 2024
October 15, 2024
October 31, 2024
December 6, 2024
February 2025
Questions?
For any questions about beehives or hosting live bees, email our bee-expert partners at The Bee Cause Project at info@thebeecause.org.
For any technical questions about the grant or application process, email Whole Kids at grants@wholekidsfoundation.org.
The 2025 Bee Grant application will open September 4! Stay tuned for the announcement of our Bee Grant webinars where we’ll answer all your application questions. Get a head start on your school or organization profile in SmartSimple while you wait for the grant to open. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to email us at grants@wholekidsfoundation.org.
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Visit our Bee Program page for resources to get your bee programs buzzing. These materials will support your pollinator education no matter what stage you’re at. Find a core-compliant 6-week Bee Unit, information on The Bee Cause Project’s upcoming “Building Your Bee Program” webinar series, a monthly Bee Calendar and Journal Prompts, and much more!
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