Project EXPLORE
Teacher mini-grant program to promote community science through hands-on data collection in North Carolina schools.
Key facts
- Funder
- North Carolina Arboretum / APNEP
- Status
- Active
- Next deadline
- Not announced
- Amount
- Mini-grants and materials provided; check official site for current award amounts.
- Who can apply
- Teachers
- Where
- NC
- Topics
- STEM, Classroom resources
- Official page
- https://apnep.nc.gov/grant-opportunity/project-explore
- Apply
- https://apnep.nc.gov/grant-opportunity/project-explore
- Last verified
- October 16, 2026
About this funding
Project EXPLORE offers K-12 teachers materials and support to get students outside for scientific data collection and reporting. The program is correlated to NC state standards and provides a curriculum-based experience that connects students with their local environment.
How to apply
Applications are accepted annually for the upcoming school year. Interested teachers should apply through the North Carolina Arboretum website.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Project EXPLORE?
Teachers
How much funding does Project EXPLORE offer?
Mini-grants and materials provided; check official site for current award amounts.
When is the Project EXPLORE deadline?
Not announced
How do I apply for Project EXPLORE?
Applications are accepted annually for the upcoming school year. Interested teachers should apply through the North Carolina Arboretum website.