Transportation Grants
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Transportation Grants fund transportation for groups attending naturalist-led educational programs at state parks and trails.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: May 15, 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant (reimbursement for transportation); funds must be used by June 30, 2027.
Summary: Supports transportation costs for schools, youth groups, and community organizations to attend naturalist-led educational programs at Minnesota state parks and trails.
Key Information: Applicants must serve lower income communities and be registered SWIFT vendors.
Description
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Transportation Grants program reimburses transportation expenses for eligible groups traveling to Minnesota state parks and trails for naturalist-led educational programs. The goal is to eliminate transportation barriers and promote equitable access to environmental and cultural education, particularly for lower income communities. Activities must center on prescheduled, naturalist-led interpretive programs at state parks or trails.
