IL AITC Teacher Grant Deadline

Deadline to apply for Illinois Ag in the Classroom Book grants or project grants Book Grants (up to $250) to purchase ag related books for your classroom Apply here Project Grants (up to $300) to purchase materials for ag-related projects Apply here

George E. Holder Ag Awareness Grant Deadline

McLean County teachers can apply for a grant up to $1,000 by implementing a gardening project that services either the community, school or students. Applications are accepted January 21-February 28 Apply here.

John Maitland Awareness Grant

McLean County teachers can apply for a grant up to $1,000 to incorporating agriculture in the classroom. Applications are accepted October 7-November 25. Apply here.

Ag Science Grant Application Deadline

Soil, genetics, animal science, engineering, technology – the possibilities are almost endless! Apply for an Ag Science Grant from McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation to add hands-on learning to your classroom. Pick one of the recommended kits or submit your own idea! Need ideas? Check out the kit list or see last year’s winners here! Click here to apply. Application deadline: January 24, 2020

National Ag Week: March 23 – 28

Join us as we celebrate all things agriculture for National Ag Week March 23-29, 2020! Check out these ideas for ways to celebrate all week long: Monday: Thank A Farmer If you know a farmer, send them a thank you card or draw a picture Or share a picture on social media with #ThankAFarmer and #AgWeek20 Tuesday: National Ag Day