2027 Transportation for Youth to County and Local Fairs Program
2027 Transportation for Youth to County and Local Fairs Program supports youth groups through transportation and educational activities at New York fairs to build agricultural awareness and participation.
Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Due Dates: November 4, 2026, 4:00 p.m. (Questions) | December 1, 2026, 4:00 p.m. local time (Proposals)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per applicant; $475,000 total; contract term February 15, 2027–October 1, 2027
Summary: Funds transportation and related activities bringing youth groups to New York county and local fairs for agricultural education.
Key Information: Not-for-profit applicants must be prequalified in SFS when submitting their applications.
Description
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets runs this competitive program to bring youth groups to county and local fairs during the 2027 fair season. Funding supports transportation and related costs, with the goal of increasing youth attendance and strengthening participation in, and appreciation of, agriculture and the domestic arts.
Projects must showcase local agriculture and provide engaging agricultural education. The program seeks to introduce young people to New York agriculture, particularly those who may not encounter it in daily life, and encourage further agricultural education and career exploration. Supported activities can combine fair visits with educational programming, meals, and outreach that directly supports youth participation.
