NOAA Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program
Program Summary
Federal education grants funding Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs) for K-12 students and teachers in the Chesapeake Bay watershed and other priority regions.
Full Description
B-WET supports locally-relevant environmental education programs that give K-12 students sustained investigations in their local watersheds. Programs must include outdoor field experiences, classroom integration, and teacher professional development. The Chesapeake Bay B-WET region includes Pennsylvania's Susquehanna and Potomac basins. Awards typically range from $50,000 to $500,000 over 1-3 years. Eligible applicants include schools, school districts, nonprofits, universities, and state agencies. Applications are competitive and judged on educational rigor, teacher involvement, and alignment with state curriculum standards.
Key Details
Eligible Applicants
Schools, school districts, nonprofits, universities, state agencies
Geographic Focus
Chesapeake, Bay, watershed, including, PA, Susquehanna, basin
Funding Amount
$50,000–$500,000
Contact
NOAA B-WET Chesapeake office, 410-267-5660
