Arts Miles Program Grant
The Arts Miles Program Grant from the Kentucky Arts Council funds transportation for Kentucky students to attend arts field trips, expanding access to quality arts education experiences.
Funder: Kentucky Arts Council
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 | November 15, 2026 | December 15, 2026 | January 15, 2027 | February 15, 2027 | March 15, 2027 | March 31, 2027 (final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,600 per application; reimbursement based on mileage and driver pay; limits by distance and number of buses.
Summary: Supports Kentucky schools’ transportation costs for student field trips to arts organizations, expanding access to high-quality arts experiences.
Key Information: Applications accepted monthly (15th) October–March; reimbursement only for trips to Arts Miles Directory sites; max two applications per school/year.
Description
The Arts Miles Program Grant is designed to help Kentucky teachers and schools provide students with meaningful arts experiences by funding transportation to arts organizations listed in the Arts Miles Directory. The grant covers roundtrip mileage and driver pay for up to two buses per field trip, with the goal of increasing student access to high-quality arts education. The program operates on a reimbursement basis, with funds distributed after the field trip and submission of a final report. This initiative is part of the Kentucky Arts Council's broader mission to foster creativity and cultural appreciation among Kentucky students.
