Habitat Hero Plant Kit Awards
Habitat Hero Plant Kit Awards support organizations working to create or enhance pollinator habitat in communities across the Midwest, Great Plains, and Northeast United States. Awards are anticipated to be distributed in Fall 2026.
Designed to make pollinator-friendly gardening accessible and impactful, the Habitat Hero Plant Kits offer a convenient way to establish vibrant habitats in spaces of all sizes, from small urban plots to larger community and backyard projects. Each kit is based on the Native Pollinator Garden Recipe Cards and tailored to specific regions, ensuring that selected plants are well-suited to local ecosystems and growing conditions.
Awards are provided through Pollinator Partnership and the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) Pollinator Habitat Installation Task Force, a multiorganizational collaborative initiative focused on expanding and improving real-world pollinator habitat. Plants have been generously donated by My Home Park, a direct to consumer native plant company that makes it easy to create pollinator-friendly gardens for a variety of audiences.
Award recipients will receive:
- Up to 3 Habitat Hero XL Plant Kits
Each kit contains 96 plants, enough to cover approximately 100 square feet of land
Total possible award: 96, 192, or 288 plants
1 complimentary registration to the Pollinator Steward Certification Program
1 complimentary Bee Friendly Gardening membership for one year
About Us
The Pollinator Habitat Installations Task Force concentrates on enhancing pollinator habitats comprehensively, covering site preparation, installation, and maintenance across diverse landscapes and geographical regions. The Task Force objective is to compile existing resources, pinpoint any deficiencies in technical guidance, and create easily accessible information for both land managers and the general public.
Eligibility
Applicants must represent a community-focused organization, school, or institution (private home or business gardens are not eligible).
Applicants must be 18 years or older, and have permission to represent the organization or institution for this application.
Projects must be located in the Great Plains, Midwest, or Northeast US.
How to Apply
Apply by submitting an application using the link below (coming soon):