Purpose
The Talking Bees Garden Grant helps schools and libraries create pollinator-friendly gardens that promote environmental education, community pride, and youth engagement.
What is the Talking Bees Garden Grant?
The Talking Bees Garden Grant supports schools, libraries, and community organizations, especially in the Austin, Texas area, in creating pollinator-friendly gardens that promote environmental education, hands-on learning, and biodiversity. It is presented by:
By awarding six grantees $1,000 per site, our goal is to cultivate a deeper understanding of the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystem while fostering community engagement and sustainability.
The grant includes
• On-site design consultation and planning
• Soil, native plants, and organic materials
• Pollinator-friendly planting blueprint
• Environmental education materials aligned with TEKS
• One Garden Day volunteer event
• Teacher/Librarian Toolkit
• Seasonal support through September 2026
Who benefits
Students
Hands-on learning, ecosystem awareness, and community pride
Schools & Libraries
Custom garden spaces, ongoing support, and learning tools
Local Communities
Green space beautification, volunteer engagement, and sustainability
Partners
Scalable models for pollinator education and environmental impact
Eligibility
Who: Public schools, public libraries, or 501(c)(3) nonprofits
Where: Austin or surrounding areas (Round Rock, Pflugerville, Manor, Cedar Park, Buda, Kyle, Leander
Preference will be given to applicants serving communities with limited access to environmental education resources or pollinator awareness programs
Timeline
Opens early August 2025
Closes first week of September 2025
Grantees notified mid-September 2025
