Scale-Up Grant Application Form

Welcome - Step 1 of 14

Welcome to the Farm to School BC Scale-Up Grant Application 2021

We are thrilled you are applying for a Farm to School BC Scale-Up Grant. To make sure your application goes smoothly, please ensure the following:

Pre-Application Checklist - Eligibility *

I have read and meet the eligibility requirements for this grant.

If you are unsure, please refer to the eligibility requirements here: https://farmtoschoolbc.ca/scale-up-grants/

Pre-Application Checklist - Budget *

I have completed a budget for my project

Please complete a budget using our Excel budget template which can be found here: https://farmtoschool.phabc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/11/Farm-to-School-BC-Program-Budget-Form-for-Grant.xlsx. This budget will be uploaded later in the application.

Pre-Application Checklist - Application Form Questions *

I have reviewed the grant application form questions

An electric copy of the grant application form questions can be found here: https://farmtoschoolbc.ca/scale-up-grants/

Beginning the Application

Please note that you are able to go back and forth between the application pages by pressing the “back” and “next” button located at the bottom of the screen. However, if you close the window, your progress will not be saved. We strongly encourage you to download and complete all forms before submitting your application online.

School Contact Information

School Name *

School District #, First Nations, or Independent *

School Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

School Phone Number *

School Website

Lead Applicant Contact Information

Lead Applicant *

First

Last

Lead Applicant Position *

Must be a representative from the applying school

Prefered Contact Method *

Phone
Email

Lead Applicant Phone Number *

Lead Applicant Email *

Would you like to sign-up to the Farm to School BC Newsletter?

Co-Lead Applicant Contact Information

Co-Lead Applicant *

First

Last

Co-Lead Applicant Position *

Typically a parent, community partner, teacher, health authority representative, etc...

Prefered Contact Method *

Phone
Email

Co-Lead Applicant Phone Number *

Co-Lead Applicant Email *

Would you like to sign-up to the Farm to School BC Newsletter?

About Your School

Total School Population *

Select School Type *

Select All Grade Levels Taught at School *

Current Food Related School Activities

Please check all the food-related activities and programs happening at your school *

School Garden
Cooking Classes/Activities
Composting
School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program
Preservation
Farm Tour
Meal Program
Vermicomposting
Microgreens
Seedling Sale
Salad Bar
Hydroponics
Fruit Tree Planting
No food related activities
Beekeeping
Other

Other Activities

Please list all other food-related activities and programs happening at your school.

Program Details

Describe what you plan to do if you are awarded this grant.

Describe what you plan to do with the funds if you are awarded this grant. In specific, describe how your Farm to School BC program will integrate the core elements of the program (local/traditional food, hands-on learning, and school community connectedness)? *

For example, how will your school increase sourcing food locally, connect students with local farms, producers, and others, while also fostering hands-on learning that aligns with the BC Curriculum? Have you communicated with administration to be assured that your programming can begin under the current restrictions of COVID 19?

How many students do you anticipate will participate and directly benefit from the program? *

What grades do you anticipate will participate and directly benefit from the program? *

Financial Sustainability

It is important for grant recipients to ensure that their Farm to School BC program is sustainable, both financially and logistically.

How do you plan to sustain your program after the initial funding has been used? *

Consider reaching out to community partners, including local non-profits, parents and the school PAC for support. Fundraising and sponsorship drives can also be highly beneficial for financial sustainability of a program.

School Team

The most successful and sustainable farm to school initiatives are built upon strong relationships between schools and farmers, community members, and support organizations, tapping into local knowledge, passion, skills and resources. Please list the members of your team and their respective duties/roles in the program. Please note that not all positions need to be filled (minimum of 2 supporters).

Number of Team Members *

Please include a minimum of 2 supporters. This form allows a maximum of 5 people, however, you may have more people on your team.

First Team Member Details

Name *

Title and Organization/Affiliation *

Roles/Responsibilities in Project *

Phone Number *

Email *

Second Team Member Details

Name *

Title and Organization/Affiliation *

Roles/Responsibilities in Project *

Phone Number *

Email *

Third Team Member Details

Name

Title and Organization/Affiliation

Roles/Responsibilities in Project

Phone Number

Forth Team Member Details

Name

Title and Organization/Affiliation

Roles/Responsibilities in Project

Phone Number

Fifth Team Member Details

Name

Title and Organization/Affiliation

Roles/Responsibilities in Project

Phone Number

School Administration Support

For any proposed Farm to School BC programs, school administrators must be informed and have pre-approved your application.

Have you discussed your farm to school project with your school administration? *

Environmental Health Officers

Environmental Health Officers are valuable points of contact for assisting schools in ensuring that their farm to school projects meet regulation standards if they involve using food. Your local Environmental Health Officer should be involved in your Farm to School BC project if you are planning to serve and consume food.

Have you discussed your proposed Farm to School BC program with your local Environmental Health Officer? *

No, our project does not require consultation from our local Environmental Health Officer
Yes, we are already or will be working with an Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer Information

If known, please provider the name and contact details of your local Environmental Health Officer.

Name of Environmental Health Officer *

First

Last

Environmental Health Officer Phone Number

Environmental Health Officer Email

Budget

A completed budget proposal is required for your application. Please use the budget template to complete your project budget. For a copy of the project budget template, please visit: https://farmtoschool.phabc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/11/Farm-to-School-BC-Program-Budget-Form-for-Grant.xlsx

You budget should include:

All anticipated project costs
The total Farm to School BC Grant request
Any in-kind donations; and
Any other funding sources

Please upload your project budget here: *

Click or drag a file to this area to upload.

To help you with pricing estimates and budgeting for your project, please refer to our Farm to School BC Budget Calculator at https://farmtoschool.phabc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/11/Farm-to-School-BC-Budget-Calculator.xlsx

Total Farm to School BC Grant Request *

Applicant Responsibilities

Successful recipients of a Farm to School BC Scale-Up Grant are responsible for submitting the following by October 31, 2022:

If your program will be completed in either one or two years, then you are required to:

Final report
Financial repot
Four photos

Report templates will be provided

Do you agree to submit all documentation if your grant application is successful? *

Yes, I agree
No, I do not agree

Cheque Information

Please provide the full legal name and address of the school. Please note that the cheque can not be made out to an individual.

School Name *

School Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Contact Name *

First

Last

Contact Phone Number *

Contact Email *

Thank you!

You have now reached the end of the grant application. Once you have confirmed your application is complete, please select the Submit button below.