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Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program is sponsored by NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation. Reimburses transportation costs for field trips to eligible parks and historic sites, connecting students with nature and history.
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ny. gov New York State Parks Announces Funding Available for Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program Program supports Governor Hochul’s Unplug and Play strategy to encourage outdoor recreation The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will begin accepting grant applications for the "Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program" for the 2025 season February 27.
The program provides funding to public and non-public schools, municipalities, libraries and eligible not-for-profits that are physically located in a New York school district that receives Title 1 funding. The program reimburses eligible transportation costs for New York school children (pre-K through grade 12) to travel to state and national parks, historic sites and New York State owned public lands.
“We’re excited to offer this program to help make field trips more affordable for schools and programs that serve our youth,” said Randy Simons, Commissioner Pro Tempore of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation .
“Children thrive when they spend time in parks, nature and historic places – and the Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program helps youth to discover and appreciate the exceptional parks and public lands in their home state. ” Each grant provides reimbursement for eligible transportation costs, including parking and tolls. Costs such as lodging, food, lessons, and equipment are not eligible.
Applicants must prequalify in the Statewide Financial System and obtain a Vendor ID number before submitting an application. Applications must be submitted six weeks before the field trip is planned to occur, and no earlier than six months prior to the field trip. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis in the order they are received, while funding is available.
For more information on the application process, visit the Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program webpage . The Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program builds on Governor Hochul’s efforts to encourage outdoor recreation. The Fiscal Year 2025-26 Executive Budget proposes $3.
5 million for the program, an increase of $500,000 from the current year. Additionally, the Governor’s new Unplug and Play initiative earmarks $100 million for construction and renovation of community centers through the Build Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS), $67.
5 million for the Places for Learning, Activity and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) initiative helping New York communities construct new playgrounds and renovate existing playgrounds; and an additional $50 million for the Statewide Investment in More Swimming (NY SWIMS) initiative supporting municipalities in the renovation and construction of swimming facilities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public and non-public schools, municipalities, libraries, and eligible not-for-profits serving NY school-age children pre-K through grade 12, prioritizing Title 1 districts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3.5 million total program funding (FY2025-26). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program is funded by NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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