Fundraising for schoolyard projects...

I've heard of many different fundraising ideas since beginning this project. The obvious route is to involve the local community and make a good design plan in order to access funding. As before though, if you don't have the design right, don't attempt to look for grants. The design and plan have to be done first. Outline goads and create a master plan and master budget.
I've heard of schools who have had bake-offs, grown bedding plants in classrooms and sold them to parents. There could be opportunities in the garden, once its established to hold ice-cream events and parties in the Summer to further community connections.There may also be opportunities to involve local greenhouses in helping the garden get established. Local businesses maybe more responsive to helping out if they are involved from the beginning. They may offer expertise or equipment at cost. The worst anyone can say is NO. Involving the whole school in the fundraising efforts may help the students feel more a part of the project.