GRANTS FOR SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS
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.
supports classroom learning in:
Science, History, Physical Education
topics covered:
American History, Animals, Colonial America, Environmental Education, Plant, Revolutionary War
contact info
Phone: 202-796-2500
Email: [email protected]
ABOUT
National Park Foundation
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.
contact info
Hrs: Varies
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.
contact info
Phone: 202-796-2500
Email: [email protected]
ABOUT
National Park Foundation
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.
contact info
Hrs: Varies