Grant Specifics

Funding Range:
  • Award amounts, up to $800, are dependent upon the number of applications received.
  • Please view the MAEOE 2025-2026 Funding Opportunities Slideshow prior to completion of the grant application. Viewing this slideshow is a requirement to apply for this grant. See Page 2 for more information.
Eligibility Requirements:
  • Any public or private Maryland school can apply.
  • Any non-profit organization working with a school can apply.
  • One grant will be awarded per school and/or organization.
  • Both a school and an organization cannot apply for funds to cover the same travel to the Youth Summit.
  • Costs associated with this travel to the Youth Summit must be paid by the school first. Costs incurred will be reimbursed after a final report is submitted.
  • Your school principal/administrator must know you are applying for transportation funds. If your administrator/principal is NOT aware that you are applying for this grant and that the costs incurred will be reimbursed, your application could be declined.
  • A quote from the bus transportation company prior to grant approval is mandatory.
  • Your school's IRS Form W-9 is required.
Funding Guidelines:
  • An award agreement must be reviewed and signed.
  • A final report must be submitted by 6/12/2026 including a detailed budget, proof of payment by the school to the transportation company (e.g., evidence of paid invoice to bus company), and receipts for any other approved expenses. Final reports submitted after this date run the risk of not being reimbursed.
  • Limited funds are available. Awards will be granted on a rolling basis until all funds are allocated.
Distribution of Funds
  • All funds are reimbursed to the school.
  • Sales tax is not reimbursed. A school's non-profit status should be used to make purchases.
  • An itemized list of expenses with proof of payment to the bus company needs to be included in the final report.
  • The school will be reimbursed by MAEOE after the final report is reviewed and approved.

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