Jeffers Foundation

Matching Grant for Innovative Outdoor Education Nonprofits and Schools

$5,000

Amount

Cash

Rolling

Deadline

Minnesota

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Foundation

Education
Environment & Sustainability
Youth & Family Services

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About this grant

Supports schools and nonprofit organizations in Minnesota with new, innovative ideas for nature-based outdoor education experiences. The grant funds specific projects that connect students with nature, with the goal of fostering lifelong environmental stewardship. Successful projects are shared with educators statewide.

What you get

Matching grant of up to $5,000
Experience shared with educators throughout the state via Jeffers Foundation website
Site visit for photos and footage of your project

How to apply

Completed Innovation in Outdoor Education Grant application form
Federal Tax ID Number (EIN)
Submitted via email to grants@jeffersfoundation.org or by mail

Eligibility

Must be a 501(c)(3) organization or school located in Minnesota
Must have a nine-digit Federal Tax ID Number (EIN)
Project must feature a new, innovative 'out-of-the-box' idea for outdoor education
Project must be completed within two years
Matching funds required; not more than 50% of matching funds can be in-kind
Grant money is for specific projects only — no overhead, programming costs, or salaries

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