The Missouri Department of Natural Resources Division of State Parks, is pleased to announce the 2022 round for the Bus Grant Program is now open.

Officials say these non-competitive grants are awarded on a first come, first served basis to qualified applicants. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 1.

According to a news release, bus grants are available to public school districts, private schools, charter schools and youth-focused nonprofit organizations with 501(c) 3 status. Assistance is available only to schools and organizations located in Missouri.

Missouri State Parks offers busing grants to underwrite the cost of the field trips for schools (Pre-K through 12th grade) and nonprofit organizations in an effort to connect youth with nature at our Missouri state parks and historic sites.

For more information about this program and to download the Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Application Guidance, visit mostateparks.com/page/55065/outdoor-recreation-grants#bus

For questions, contact grants management staff at mspgrants@dnr.mo.gov.