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Big Yellow School Bus Grant – Missouri Arts Council Missouri Folk Arts Program Missouri Arts Council Logos Creative Missouri Convening Missouri Arts Awards 2026 Missouri Arts Awards Honorees 2026-1983 Missouri Arts Awards Honorees A-Z Missouri Arts Awards 2025 Missouri Arts Awards 2024 Missouri Folk Arts Program Economic Impact of Missouri Arts Present a Touring Performer Missouri Folk Arts Program Missouri Arts Council Logos Creative Missouri Convening Missouri Arts Awards 2026 Missouri Arts Awards Honorees 2026-1983 Missouri Arts Awards Honorees A-Z Missouri Arts Awards 2025 Missouri Arts Awards 2024 Missouri Folk Arts Program Economic Impact of Missouri Arts Present a Touring Performer The Big Yellow School Bus Grant supports transportation costs for arts experiences that offer significant education value.
These include field trips to arts events and destinations that receive funding from the Missouri Arts Council, as well as other arts experiences that we approve in advance. Art museums, concerts, theater, and dance performances are among the eligible destinations. Check here for a complete list of Missouri Arts Council approved destinations.
PK-12 schools are eligible to apply for Big Yellow School Bus Grants. What and How Much We Fund A school may apply for up to $500 of transportation assistance per year, in one application. This grant is not competitive; eligible and complete applications will be fully funded.
For FY26, all project funds must be spent between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026. How We Make Funding Decisions The Arts Education Program Specialist verifies the eligibility and completeness of the application. If funds are available, the grant is approved.
Application Dates: The Big Yellow School Bus Grants are on rolling deadlines. Apply by the first Monday of each month, two months in advance of the month in which the project incurs expenses. For example, for a project that incurs expenses in May, the application must be received no later than the first Monday in March.
If the first Monday is a holiday, the deadline is on Tuesday. We encourage schools to submit applications early. You will submit an application through Smart Simple , our online grant application program.
You will complete these five sections: Applicant Information (Name, ID numbers, school details, grant program) Project Information Describe the event, including location and artists involved. How will this experience enhance your student’s learning in arts (and non-arts disciplines if applicable)?
Budget Detail (estimate of transportation costs: bus driver rate and hours + fuel costs) Attachments (Private schools only: IRS status/Tax documents, board members list) Compliance Statement (Authorizing official) For schools, superintendent (public) or principal Google Map of Missouri Arts Council location Join our email list for updates about our programs and the arts and culture industry in Missouri.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit arts organizations and educational institutions in Missouri Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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