The SPECA program provides grants to improve agricultural education in schools and colleges. It aims to enhance teaching materials, increase teacher skills, and encourage students to pursue careers in food and agricultural sciences. The program also supports collaborations between schools and colleges to make the best use of resources like teachers and equipment.
Who it's for: This grant is for schools and colleges that want to improve their agricultural education programs. It is open to any educational institution, including secondary schools and colleges that offer associate or bachelor's degrees.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
- Projects not related to agricultural education
- Non-educational institutions
- Requests exceeding the maximum award amount
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- Curriculum enhancement plans
- Faculty development plans
- Letters of support
- Previous project outcomes (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure the project aligns with agricultural education goals
- Carefully follow application instructions
- Be mindful of the award range when planning your budget
- Collaborations should be clearly defined and documented
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any educational institution, including secondary schools and institutions of higher education that offer associate or bachelor's degrees. There are no specific restrictions on the type of applicant, making it broadly accessible to educational entities interested in enhancing agricultural education.
Overview
This grant is for schools and colleges that want to improve their agricultural education programs. It is open to any educational institution, including secondary schools and colleges that offer associate or bachelor's degrees.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
- Projects not related to agricultural education
- Non-educational institutions
- Requests exceeding the maximum award amount
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and improve agricultural education curricula, train teachers, create partnerships between schools and colleges, and support programs that integrate agriculture into K-12 education.
Total Program Funding
$750,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 27, 2026(18 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 31, 2026
Application Checklist
- Read the full grant guidelines
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather proof of eligibility
- Draft partnership agreements if collaborating
- Plan for curriculum and faculty development
- Collect letters of support
- Submit the application by the deadline