Application
Eligibility and Process
Grants
The Trout Gallery has created grants to be awarded during the fall and spring semesters. Institutions may apply for both semesters. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and will be awarded until funding is exhausted. Funding for the grants is underwritten by the Ruth Trout Endowment and the Helen E. Trout Memorial Fund.
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*Grants are typically sufficient to cover the fees of school district bus costs. Commercial bus line fees are generally oustide the scope of granting.
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Eligibilty
All non-profit educational institutions as well as non-profit community and senior centers are eligible.
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Review Process
Applications will be reviewed by The Trout Gallery and ranked according to need. Priority will be given to those institutions that without such assistance would not be able to participate in the museum’s outreach programs.
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Due Dates
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by August 15th for the Fall semester and December 15th for the Spring semester. Applications submitted after these dates will be considered on a rolling basis.
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Award Notification
Applicants will be notified of the results of their application within 2 weeks of applying.
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Use of Funds
Funds may be used to pay for direct transportation costs only (bus and driver fees). Funds may not be used to pay for chaperones or meals. Please note that the museum’s programs are free.