Inside Out Education Field Trip Grant Program
The Inside Out Education Field Trip Grant Program funds Kentucky K-12 science and research trips to state parks and historic sites, enhancing hands-on learning, from the Blue Grass Community Foundation.
Funder: Blue Grass Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications accepted year-round until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per day trip; up to $2,000 per overnight trip; reimbursement basis.
Summary: Supports K-12 Kentucky schools in organizing educational field trips to Kentucky State Parks and Historic Sites.
Key Information: Funds are limited and awarded until exhausted; only trips to eligible Kentucky State Parks and Historic Sites qualify.
Description
The Inside Out Education Field Trip Grant Program, administered by the Blue Grass Community Foundation, aims to enrich classroom learning for Kentucky K-12 students by funding immersive field trips to Kentucky State Parks and Historic Sites. The program leverages the state's diverse park system to provide hands-on, real-world educational experiences that align with curriculum objectives, enhancing student engagement and achievement. Grants support transportation, admission/programming fees, meals, and other direct expenses related to field trips, with a focus on connecting classroom content to Kentucky's natural and historical resources.
