Viva Florida Landscape Demonstration Garden grants bring native beauty to parks, nature centers and other public spaces.
Donor Name: Florida Wildflower Foundation
State: Florida
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/15/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
These grants provide funds with which to purchase Florida native wildflowers and plants for public projects that showcase the beauty and ecological function of Florida’s native wildflowers and plants.
The goal of the Viva Florida program is to educate the public about the role of native plants in supporting native pollinators and providing wildlife habitat. The gardens will serve as demonstrations of how native wildflowers and plants can be used in home and public landscapes.
Funding Information
Up to $3,000 per project may be awarded.
Eligibility Criteria
- The purpose of this grant is to establish or enhance a native demonstration planting in a park, nature center or other public space.
- Eligibility is limited to Florida-based agencies and organizations with a mission, vision and values aligned with the mission, vision and values of the Florida Wildflower Foundation.
- Potential applicants must complete a pre-application survey prior to applying to confirm the organization’s and project’s eligibility. If the project is determined to be eligible, an application will be sent via email to the applicant. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to plant and care for Florida native wildflowers.
- Potential applicants must read the suggestions for applicants.
- Applicants must demonstrate the ability to provide educational programming relevant to the planting and its purpose.
- Projects should aim to increase the awareness and knowledge of native wildflowers, grasses, and flowering shrubs and vines among visitors by demonstrating the benefits and beauty of Florida native plants in cultivated landscapes.
- Projects that are currently underway or that will begin prior to the award announcement date (May 15) are NOT ELIGIBLE for funding.
For more information, visit Florida Wildflower Foundation.
