EDUCATION AWARDS
Each year, the Stockton Earth Day Committee sets aside funds to provide local teachers with awards in memory of Frances Willard Abbott.
An educator, visionary and change-maker, Fran Abbott was a staunch protector of the environment dedicated to mentoring young people throughout San Joaquin County. She lived her life enthusiastically and to its fullest until her passing in 2008. As a tribute to her dedication and tireless efforts, the Stockton Earth Day Festival Organizing Committee initiated this grant program to promote environmental education in schools throughout our community.
$500 AWARD
Six awards are available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2026, midnight
We encourage grade-level or cross-age teachers to team up and work together on projects that are focused environmental issues and sustainability. Each teacher on the team can submit a separate application. Awarded grants are to be used by the teacher/s to develop environmental education activities in the classroom and showcase their project at 2026 Stockton Earth Day Festival.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2026, midnight
We encourage grade-level or cross-age teachers to team up and work together on projects that are focused environmental issues and sustainability. Each teacher on the team can submit a separate application. Awarded grants are to be used by the teacher/s to develop environmental education activities in the classroom and showcase their project at 2026 Stockton Earth Day Festival.
