If you’ve been dreaming about building a school aquaponics system, hydroponic STEM lab, kitchen garden or outdoor sustainability space, now is the time to act with 2026 School Grants now open.

Across Australia, millions of dollars in grants are currently open to support:

• STEM innovation

• Outdoor learning environments

• Sustainable gardening programs

• Waste reduction initiatives

• Climate and environmental education

• Food security and healthy eating programs

At Urban Green Farms, we help schools not only design and supply complete gardening and STEM systems — we also provide pre-filled grant application templates that dramatically reduce teacher workload and increase success rates.

Below is a state-by-state breakdown of current opportunities available in 2026.

National Grants (All States)

Several excellent Australia-wide grants can fund school gardens, aquaponics systems, STEM equipment and sustainability programs:

• Junior Landcare Grants – Up to $5,000 for biodiversity and landcare projects

• ASTA National Science Week School Grants – $500 for STEM engagement

• Purves Environment Grant – Climate change and environmental solutions

• Backing Young People (VFFF) – Ongoing national funding

• Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program – School food education support

These are ideal for:

✔ Aquaponics & hydroponics systems✔ STEM greenhouse projects✔ Outdoor classrooms✔ Sustainable food production education

NSW Grants

New South Wales schools currently have access to:

• James N. Kirby Foundation Small Grants – $3,000–$5,000 (Education & Environment) – Closes 27 Feb 2026

• Sustainable Futures Grants Program – Environmental sustainability focus

• Randwick Council Sustainable Schools Grants – Up to $5,000

• Start Strong for Community Preschools – Early learning funding

These grants can support:

• School food gardens

• STEM aquaponics installations

• Environmental learning hubs

• Sustainability infrastructure upgrades

QLD Grants

Queensland schools can explore:

• Pick of the Crop (QLD Health) – Up to $7,000 for healthy eating & garden programs

• Variety Queensland Community Grants – Support for schools facing disadvantage

These programs are perfect for:

• Edible school gardens

• Hydroponics for nutrition programs

• STEM sustainability education

VIC Grants

Victoria has strong STEM and garden-focused funding:

• Victorian Schools Garden Program – Opens March 2026

• Snowy Hydro Local School STEM Fund – Up to $10,000

Ideal for:

• Hydroponic STEM labs

• Aquaponics food systems

• Outdoor sustainability classrooms

SA Grants

South Australian schools can apply for:

• School Impact Program – Up to $20,000 (STEM, outdoor learning & sustainability)

• Les Perry Grant – $750 for waste minimisation and recycling

This level of funding can support full aquaponics systems or large-scale garden builds.

WA Grants

Western Australia offers:

• Let’s Grow Grants – Up to $10,000 for urban greening

• WasteSorted Schools Grants – Up to $5,500

• Open Gardens WA Funding – $5,000

These align perfectly with:

• Sustainable garden upgrades

• Composting & waste education

• Hydroponics and aquaponics installations

TAS Grants

Tasmanian schools have excellent sustainability opportunities:

• Inspiring Tasmania Grants – $5,000 for STEM engagement

• Tasmanian Community Fund – Community Action Grants

• Sustainable School Grants (KAB Tasmania) – $1,500

• Variety Tasmania Community Grants

NT Grants

Northern Territory schools can apply for:

• Target Science Communication Projects – $5,000

• National Science Week NT Community Grants – Up to $20,000

• Variety NT Community Grants

Why Schools Choose Urban Green Farms

Securing funding is only half the journey.

You also need:

✔ Curriculum-aligned STEM integration✔ Reliable, scalable systems✔ Ongoing teacher support✔ Proven project outcomes✔ A grant application that stands out

That’s where we come in.

At www.urbangreenfarms.com.au, we provide:

🌿 Complete Aquaponics Systems💧 Hydroponic STEM Growing Units🌱 Traditional & Raised Bed School Gardens♻ Sustainable Waste & Compost Solutions📚 Curriculum-Aligned STEM Programs

The Game Changer: Our Pre-Filled Grant Templates

Teachers are busy. Writing grants takes time.

We’ve developed customisable, pre-filled grant application templates aligned to the grants listed above.

Schools using our templates:

• Save hours of preparation time

• Submit stronger, outcomes-based applications

• Demonstrate clear curriculum links

• Improve funding success rates

We’ve helped schools successfully secure funding for:

• Whole-school aquaponics systems

• STEM food production labs

• Outdoor learning classrooms

• Sustainability & climate projects

2026 Is the Year to Build Your School’s Sustainable Future

Funding is available right now.

If your school has been considering:

• A hydroponics STEM lab

• A kitchen garden program

• An aquaponics learning hub

• A sustainability transformation project

This is your opportunity to access government, community and philanthropic funding to make it happen.

Let’s Secure Your Funding

Visit www.urbangreenfarms.com.au or contact us at info@urbangreenfarms.com.au to:

✔ Identify the best grant for your state

✔ Receive our tailored grant templates

✔ Design a system aligned to your curriculum and budget

✔ Increase your chances of approval

Together, we can build hands-on STEM learning environments that empower the next generation of sustainable thinkers.