Garden grants and school garden programs

USDA Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program

United States, serving Eligible farm to school organizations and child nutrition program partners. Listed as a reference, not an endorsement.

Overview

USDA's Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program funds projects that connect children with local foods through education, school gardens, and related activities. This listing is provided for reference, not as an endorsement, certification, ranking, or guarantee of current availability.

Services and programs

  • Competitive grants
  • Farm to school education
  • School garden eligible activities

What to verify before you go

Contact the organization or review its official source before making a trip, placing an order, joining a garden, or applying for funding. Details that commonly change include:

  • Current funding cycle
  • Eligible applicant type
  • Application deadline and award range

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Sources and last verified

Source: USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Last checked 2026-10-04.

The USDA Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program funds projects that connect children with local foods through education, school gardens, field trips, and related activities. It is a competitive program with defined applicant requirements.

What this listing covers

The official source describes eligible organization types, program purpose, and the current fiscal-year solicitation. Funding amounts and application mechanics belong to the current notice.

Before applying

Read the current request for applications in full. Confirm applicant eligibility, project scope, award range, required documents, and the application deadline because these details can change between funding cycles.

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