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GrantNational/Western U.S. — WNP 2027 James E. Cook Nature’s Classroom K–12 Education Grants (Up to $2,000)

Atlas Opportunity ScoreUnder review

FundingOne classroom experience award per class: up to $750 virtual park-ranger classroom; up to $750 in-classroom park ranger; up to $2,000 in-park class visit. No universal mandatory matching contribution published. 90% initial payment and 10% after accepted final report.

DeadlineDecember 11, 2026, end of day; official Western National Parks 2027 classroom application packet does not give exact cutoff hour/time zone. Open since August 4, 2026. Experiences must take place April 1, 2027–May 30, 2028.

Required next actionReview WNP 2027 six-page Nature's Classroom Application Packet; identify qualifying WNP-partner national park and coordinate with NPS representative; choose virtual, ranger in-classroom or in-park visit; document students' access barriers, park-stewardship learning aims, costs, and transportation if required. Submit the application at wnpa.org/grants by December 11, 2026 end of day; if awarded submit school W-9 and signed principal/teacher grant letter and final report within 60 days after the experience.

Current statusOpen — Western National Parks 2027 James E. Cook Nature's Classroom Grant; applications due December 11, 2026, end of day.Source verification2026-10-26

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Eligibility

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Strategic Alignment

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Funding Potential

Available dollars, allowable uses, match burden and the amount that can realistically support the project.

Actionability

Deadline, documentation burden, readiness and the practical work required to submit a strong application.

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