Tag: Ag Science Grants

Apply now for Ag Science Grants

 

Looking to add some hands-on learning to your classroom? Check out the Ag Science Grants from McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation!

Apply for funding to purchase one of the suggested learning kits or create your own project related to the science of food and farming.

*NEW – Grant funds will be awarded to the school directly to provide funds for purchase, instead of the grant providing reimbursement after the purchase.

Please note: FFA Chapters/ag classes are not eligible for an Ag Science Grant, but can apply for the FFA Matching Grant or FFA Capital Grant

Find details & the online application at www.mcfb.org/grants

Application deadline is October 31, 2025.

Ag Science Grant Application Deadline

From studying soil to exploring animals – 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!

Check out the grant guidelines & suggested kits!

Application deadline is Oct. 31, 2023.

Apply Now.

2021 Ag Science Grants

From studying soil to exploring animals – 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 (see examples below) or submit your own idea!

Need ideas? Check out the kit list or see last year’s winners here!

Application deadline is Feb. 1, 2021

Click here to apply.

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Ag Science Grant Application Deadline

From studying soil to exploring animals – 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!

Application deadline is Feb. 1, 2021

Click here to apply.

2020 Ag Science Grant Winners

Even in the midst of school shutdowns and remote or hybrid learning, seven local teachers used Ag Science Grants to fuel learning about food & farming! Check out our 2020 recipients below.

Desktop Greenhouse kits for students to learn about plant growth.

Supplies for pre-K students to learn about different types of flour & make play-doh.

Food Evolution DVD for students to learn about biotechnology.

Hydroponic gardening system for 3rd-5th grade students.

Books & hands-on learning kits for Kindergarten students to learn about farm animals.

Seeds & supplies for Culinary Arts classes to grow fruits, herbs & vegetables to be used in class.

Supplies for students to learn about seed germination & container gardens.