Pollinators for Texas Resources and FAQs - Texas Master Naturalist Program

Welcome to the Pollinators for Texas Resources & FAQs page! Here you’ll find everything you need to support your chapter’s involvement in the initiative—from application materials and reporting templates to outreach tools and common questions.

Application Materials

2026 Pollinators for Texas Application – Applicants must complete the online application form in its entirety for their application to be marked submitted and eligible for consideration.

Fillable Word Document – To work on your application prior to submission, we recommend that you download a copy of the application in Word document form and fill it out separately. Please note that progress made on the online application form will not be saved.

2026 PfT Application Fillable Download

Checklist – Applicants may use the provided checklist as a resource when completing their online application

Pollinators for Texas Submission Checklist Download

AgriLife Vendor Application (W-9) – Applicant must provide a chapter W-9 form to be eligible for consideration. This form is attached below. Please download it and fill it out prior to submitting your application.

AgriLife-Vendor-ApplicationW-9 Download

Templates – Attached below are resources that you may use during your application process. Within the application, you must attach a budget and species list. The templates below are for your convenience, you may use them or create your own, but you must provide these items.

Budget-Template Download

Pollinator-Species-List-Template Download

Additional Resources

Media Guidelines – For awarded chapters, we provide a media guideline handbook for chapters to use when promoting their chapters. Applicants may refer to these guidelines below to assist in filling out the marketing/outreach-related application questions.

Pollinators-for-Texas-Media-Guidelines-2025-1 Download

2026 Application Review Office Hours – For Pollinators for Texas applicants wanting one-on-one support, we are hosting two opportunities for those interested to receive clarification and feedback on their applications in an open “office hours” format. These sessions will be held on separate dates/times, with full details below. Please use the respective Webex link to register for whichever time works best.

Session 1: Tuesday, May 19th – 5 PM to 6PM | Register

Session 2: Wednesday, May 27th – 6PM to 7PM | Register

Webinars

Pollinator Talk – Wizzie Brown Download

FAQs

What is the Pollinators for Texas Initiative?

The Pollinators for Texas Initiative is an ongoing collaborative partnership between Texas Master Naturalist and HEB aimed at enhancing native pollinator conservation across Texas through funding community-based habitat projects and educational outreach programs.

How much funding is available for TMN chapters?

Chapters can apply for financial awards of up to $4,000 to support various initiatives.

Who can apply for the financial awards?

All Texas Master Naturalist chapters in good standing are eligible to apply for the financial awards to fund their local pollinator conservation initiatives after receiving approval from their local chapter board.

Do we have to provide a Tax ID?

Yes, a Tax ID is required for the W-9 form. If your chapter instead, has a TIN/EIN this can also be provided but is not required. Please reach out to your chapter board, they may be able to help you attain this information. For resources, you can access the IRS website for more information using the link below:
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/taxpayer-identification-numbers-tin

Does our chapter have to be a 501C3 to receive funds?

No, your chapter does not have be a 501C3 organization.

Are there any restrictions on the budget allocation for project expenses?

Money received from this project cannot go towards advertising, individuals, transportation, political events or fundraisers of any kind.

If awarded, how/when will funds be received?

Chapters receiving project awards will be notified in early August. At this time, a request for funds to be dispersed to all award recipients will be submitted through our business office, with these expected to be received within 2-4 weeks from the date of notification. Please note that while we aim to have project funding to all Chapters by September, the processing time for financial awards can vary dependent on external factors.

Can chapters collaborate with other organizations outside of TMN?

Yes! It is important to keep in mind that financial awards will only be allocated to chapters, however, TMN and H-E-B strongly encourage partnerships amongst outside entities as well as neighboring chapters, as these increase the scale of the Initiative’s impact.

Is there a minimum size (Acreage or Sq. Footage) on habitat projects?

No, there is no minimum size requirement. All habitat projects are welcome, regardless of their scale. Each project brings unique opportunities and characteristics that contribute to its overall impact. Be sure to highlight what makes your chapter’s habitat project distinct and meaningful.

Can chapters submit multiple applications?

TMN Chapters are welcome to submit multiple project applications, however we ask that Chapters do not submit more than two entries. This is both to be conscious of the workload on volunteer our judge panel, and also to ensure that your resources and efforts this application cycle are consolidated to craft a stronger application package!

Have more questions? Email us at TMNPollinatorsforTexas@ag.tamu.edu

Application Materials

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