The Kimmel Southeast Nebraska School Bus for the Arts Grants from the Nebraska Arts Council fund arts-focused field trips and workshops for K–12 students in Southeast Nebraska.
Funder: Nebraska Arts Council
Due Dates: Rolling; applications must be submitted at least four weeks prior to the field trip or event date; program closes when funds are exhausted
Funding Amounts: $400–$1,000 per school year depending on number of students served; reimbursement basis
Summary: Supports Southeast Nebraska K–12 field trips and arts experiences by covering transportation, admission, and workshop costs.
Key Information: Only schools/nonprofits in Southeast Nebraska are eligible; funds are limited and awarded first-come, first-served.
This grant program, supported by the Richard P. Kimmel & Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation and administered by the Nebraska Arts Council, is designed to enable K–12 students in Southeast Nebraska to access enriching arts experiences. Funding helps cover transportation, admission, and associated workshop fees for field trips to professional arts events such as concerts, dance and theatre performances, and museum exhibits. The program also supports hands-on learning opportunities like workshops led by professional artists. The goal is to increase arts access for students, especially in communities with limited opportunities due to geographic or economic barriers.