Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program
The Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program funds transportation for educational field trips to state parks, enriching youth science and outdoor learning, and is offered by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Funder: Missouri Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: May 14, 2027 (application deadline for 2026–2027 school year)
Funding Amounts: Covers transportation costs for field trips to Missouri state parks/historic sites; typical award covers 1 field trip per application.
Summary: Supports transportation expenses for schools and youth-focused nonprofits to provide outdoor educational field trips to Missouri state parks and historic sites.
Key Information: Noncompetitive; awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible applicants.
Description
The Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program assists Missouri schools and nonprofit organizations by covering transportation expenses for field trips and outdoor learning experiences at state parks, historic sites, and other facilities managed by Missouri State Parks. The program aims to make outdoor education more accessible, providing students and youth groups with enriching, hands-on opportunities to experience Missouri’s natural and cultural heritage.
