School Grants

School grants are designed to help local organizations and community educators bring engaging learning opportunities into schools across Vancouver. These one-year grants provide funding for in-school arts, culture, heritage, and science programming. Eligible organizations work closely with schools and teachers to provide learning experiences that enrich and expand what students are already learning in the classroom.

Award: More information coming soon
Timing: Applications open on an annual cycle, with a one-year project window

How is this different from the Field Trip Fund?

School Grants support in-school programming and require an application from eligible organizations. The Field Trip Fund goes directly to public school districts in Vancouver to cover field trip costs.

Eligibility

To apply, you must meet these requirements:

• The main purpose and majority of your activities must advance or preserve arts, culture, heritage, or science.
• Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated in Washington State and recognized by the IRS. If your organization is not a 501(c)(3) or if you are an individual, you can apply with an eligible nonprofit Fiscal Sponsor. You must include a letter of commitment from them with your application.
• Provide public cultural programming or activities in Vancouver.
• Have an official business address in Vancouver city limits. Organizations outside Vancouver may apply if at least 55% of past public programming happened within city limits.
• To see if a location is within Vancouver city limits, enter the address in the Vancouver City Limits Map. A flag icon will show your location and confirm whether it is inside or outside city limits.

Explore your eligibility step-by-step with our Eligibility Checker tool.

How to Apply

Applications for School Grants open in spring for funding in 2027-28.

Follow us on Instagram and sign up for our email list to get updates and grant application reminders.