Excursion Grants
Philanthropic Ventures Foundation's Excursion Grants support one-day educational field trips for low-income Bay Area public school students to enhance science and experiential learning.
Funder: Philanthropic Ventures Foundation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (2026–2027 school year applications open)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per grant; limit of one grant per teacher, five per school, per year.
Summary: Supports one-day educational excursions for TK–12 teachers at low-income Bay Area public schools to broaden student learning outside the classroom.
Key Information: Funding is currently exhausted; applications reopen August 3, 2026.
Description
Philanthropic Ventures Foundation's Excursion Grants program provides up to $1,000 to support one-day educational field trips for students in low-income public schools across Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties. The grants are intended to make enriching out-of-classroom experiences—such as museum visits, nature hikes, or local explorations—accessible to students who might not otherwise have these opportunities. Funding covers transportation, admission fees, and food for the trip.
