School Garden Micro-Grant Program

School Garden Micro‑Grant Program

School gardens offer rich, hands‑on learning experiences that help students build meaningful connections to the environment and extend their education beyond the classroom.

In support of these student gardens, the Nevada County Resource Conservation District has created a micro‑grant program for schools in Nevada County. Eligible schools may receive up to $5,000 to start, expand, or enhance their children’s garden project.

If you'd like to find out more about the program and possibly apply for a micro-grant, please click here to complete the Questionnaire . Once we receive your information, our team will get in touch with you to schedule a School Site Visit to learn more about your program, explore your garden space, and determine what resources are needed to help your garden thrive.

(Funding availability may vary by fiscal year.)

Here are some examples of local schools that have benefited from the micro-grant program:

Union Hill School

 

Union Hill School, Pam Torkman, Parent Liaison, Scott Mikal-Heine, Superintendent Union Hill School District, Reed Hamilton NCRCD Board
Pam Torkman, Parent Liaison, Scott Mikal-Heine, Superintendent Union Hill School District, Reed Hamilton NCRCD Board
A painted garden shed features a sunny landscape with trees, flowers, and a mountain, surrounded by lush green plants.
The garden shed and one of the raised beds

Grass Valley Charter School

Three people smiling together outdoors, dressed in casual winter clothing with a green background.
Katie Forrette, Garden Coordinator, Jim Drew & Linda Miller, NCRCD Board
A lush garden featuring various leafy greens, including kale, in raised wooden beds, with a basket of produce nearby.
Winter crops in the raised beds

Clear Creek School

A group of four people poses together outdoors, with one holding a check, against a backdrop of colorful ribbons.
Linda Miller & Jim Drew, NCRCD Board, Erin Groo & Ariana Tibbets, Garden Coordinators
A group of girls sits on benches outdoors, listening to a speaker amidst trees and decorative banners.
The garden also serves as a classroom

Living Wisdom School

Three people stand in a garden next to purple flowers, with one holding a paper, smiling in casual attire.
Jaya Bottaro & Jay Rusell, Garden Coordinators, Jim Drew, NCRCD Board
A rustic shaded seating area featuring wooden benches and an unusual circular frame amidst greenery and fallen leaves.
The Butterfly Hut waiting for spring
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