Detroit Institute of Arts Bus Subsidies

Programs completed for 2008/9 school year.
Funds for 2009/10 to be announced.

DIA BUS INFORMATION

The DIA offers bus subsidies on an as needed, first-come basis. To apply for a bus subsidy call 313 833 7981.

Click here to download bus subsidy application which can be faxed to 313 833 7355.

DHT Transportation offers special prices for field trips to the DIA. Call 313 895 1300 for more information.

Other Sources for Bus Funds:

Programs completed for 2008/9 school year. Funds for 2009/10 to be announced.

Cultural Access Grants
The Michigan Department of Education sponsors a competitive Cultural Access Grant. Students in grades K - 8 will have opportunities to visit locations that feature art, music, science, Michigan history, or related experiences. Eligible applicants must have at least 50% of the pupils in membership meet the income eligibility criteria for free breakfast, lunch, or milk. Application, instructions, and a listing of eligible districts are posted on the Grants web page at http://michigan.gov/mde-grants under the What's New section. Questions regarding the Cultural Access Grant may be directed to Dwight Sinila, Education Consultant, Office of Grants Administration & Coordination, (517) 241-4657, or sinilad@michigan.gov

K-12 Educational Trips Funded Target Field Trip Grants
Applications accepted between Sept. 2 and Nov. 1, 2008 for 5,000 Field Trip Grants of up to $800 each.

To register and complete an application visit Target's Community web site by clicking here.