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Bus Grant Program is a grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, that funds transportation expenses for school and nonprofit field trips to Missouri state parks and historic sites. The program helps cover the cost of bus transportation, enabling students to experience outdoor learning at Missouri's state parks and historic sites.
This is a noncompetitive grant awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible applicants are Missouri pre-K through 12th grade schools and youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Applications for the 2025-2026 school year must be submitted by May 12, 2026.
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Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program | Missouri State Parks Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program The Bus Grant Program assists schools and nonprofit organizations with the transportation expenses of field trips and outdoor learning opportunities to Missouri state parks and historic sites. Bus grants have been made available to Missouri schools and youth-focused nonprofit organizations throughout the state.
The Bus Grant Program grant round is currently open and accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year . This is a noncompetitive grant that is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. Applications must be submitted by email or mail by May 12, 2026 , for the field trips planned for the 2025-2026 school year (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026) .
Bus Grant Application Materials: Application and instructions For more information about the Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program, please contact us at mspgrants@dnr. mo. gov .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Missouri schools (pre-K–12th grade) and youth-focused nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Underwrites cost of field trips Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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