Mini-Grants

Get Funding to Turn Your Ideas into Reality!

We want to support the incredible work that you are doing in your community.

U.S. educators, individuals, and group leaders are invited to apply for a $250 mini-grant to start, support, or celebrate their community-action project!

Who can apply?

Youth, educators, community groups/organizations, group leaders…any Roots & Shoots member who is interested in starting (or continuing) a community-action project to positively impact people, other animals, and/or the environment.

To be eligible you must:

  • Reside in the United States.
  • Be a registered member of Roots & Shoots (it’s free! If you’re not already a member, register today).
  • Spring Applications are OPEN! Deadline: April 5, 2023

Apply for Spring Grants!

Applications are Open for Spring 2023 Grants
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Mini-Grant FAQ

  • Mini-Grants are typically open in two rounds in the Spring and Fall. Stay tuned for more information!

  • ● To spend your mini-grant funding before your debit card expires.
    ● To spend the grant only on items benefiting your Roots & Shoots project.
    ● To submit your mini-grant report by the specified due date.
    ● To create AND complete your project profile on the Roots & Shoots website.
    ● To participate in program surveys for the continued growth of the program.

  • Yes! If you are a Mini-Grant recipient, we will reach out to you with a participant survey for each of your group members to fill out. This anonymous survey helps us continually perfect our program to support young people making a difference in their community.

    As the Mini-Grant applicant, you are additionally required to submit your Mini-Grant report to tell us about your project impact. Recipients who do not complete their Mini-Grant report will not be eligible for any future funding.

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