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National Park Foundation – Open OutDoors for Kids is a grant from the National Park Foundation that funds transportation and admission costs for 4th grade classes to visit national parks. The initiative connects children to outdoor learning experiences that reinforce science, history, and physical education curricula. Eligible applicants include K-12 public schools and homeschool groups serving 4th graders.
The program prioritizes hands-on environmental education and cultural heritage learning. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline in early April.
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Research demonstrates that kids who spend time outdoors are healthier and do better in school. Kids who have opportunities for hands-on learning outdoors also demonstrate more interest in and are more proficient in science. Similarly, a young person's understanding of history improves after visiting sites of cultural significance.
supports classroom learning in: Science, History, Physical Education American History, Animals, Colonial America, Environmental Education, Plant, Revolutionary War Grade Level: Elementary School Group Size: Varies The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.
The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. https://www. nationalparks.
org/ GRANTS FOR FIELD TRIPS FOR HOMESCHOOL GROUPS Open OutDoors for Kids is an initiative from the National Park Foundation to connect more kids to their national parks through fun and engaging activities by providing grants for admission and transportation for 4th grade classes. Research demonstrates that kids who spend time outdoors are healthier and do better in school.
Kids who have opportunities for hands-on learning outdoors also demonstrate more interest in and are more proficient in science. Similarly, a young person's understanding of history improves after visiting sites of cultural significance.
Grade Level: Elementary School The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. https://www.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. nonprofits partnering for youth outdoor STEM experiences. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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