Fall Field Trip Grants

The Field Trip Grant program, funded by the Dyson Foundation and administered by the Community Foundations, provides up to $2,000 to public schools in Dutchess and Ulster Counties, New York, to support educational field trips. The program prioritizes high-needs schools and aims to enhance classroom learning through external educational experiences. Teachers in kindergarten through 12th grade are eligible to apply for these grants to cover costs such as transportation, admissions, and other expenses to ensure all students can participate. Applications must be submitted through the online grants portal, with deadlines on August 15, September 15, and December 31, and notifications from mid-September to January. Teachers are required to submit final reports upon completion of their field trips. The application process requires educators to apply directly, and the grants are tied to the individual lead teacher.