Funding Amount

Partial and full funding available

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

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Other requirements

  • Must be a school or non-profit youth organization
  • Minimum of 35% of students must qualify as low-income as defined by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
  • Must apply at least two weeks before the date of your program
  • Must complete pre- and post-program activities

Overview

The Museum of Flight's Financial Assistance Program supports schools and non-profit youth organizations in accessing the Museum's educational programs.

Through the generous support of partners and donors, the Museum provides financial assistance to qualified organizations on a first-come, first-served basis.

What Can Be Funded

  • Program Fees
  • Bus/Transportation Reimbursements (includes school, charter and bus rental)

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a school or non-profit youth organization
  • Minimum of 35% of students must qualify as low-income as defined by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
  • Must apply at least two weeks before the date of your program
  • Must complete pre- and post-program activities

Award Details

  • Award levels are variable and may cover partial or full program and/or bus costs
  • Financial assistance is awarded after all other discounts are applied
  • Restrictions and limitations may apply
  • Standard transportation reimbursements are sent directly to transportation provider (upon receipt of invoice copy)
  • Bus reimbursements do not apply to personal vehicles

Cancellation Policy

If your group cancels within one week of your scheduled program, you are responsible for a cancellation fee.

Funding Partners

This program is supported by:

  • Peggy and Steve Fossett Foundation
  • The Boeing Company
  • Tulalip Tribes Charitable Contributions Fund
  • Puyallup Tribe of Indians Charity Trust

Contact Information

  • Phone: 206-764-0384
  • Email: Education@museumofflight.org

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Review Programs: Visit the Explore Programs section of the website to review programs and availability at https://www.museumofflight.org/Education/Explore-programs/
  2. Gather Required Information: To complete the Financial Assistance Application, you will need:
    • Percentage of students in your school/organization who qualify as low-income (as defined by OSPI)
    • Name of the program you are requesting to book
    • Preferred program dates and times
  3. Submit Application: Click the "Financial Assistance Application" button on the grant assistance page
  4. Timeline: Submit application at least two weeks before your scheduled program date
  5. Post-Program: Complete all provided pre- and post-program activities

Contact for Questions

  • Phone: 206-764-0384
  • Email: Education@museumofflight.org

What Museum of Flight Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2022
1
Total given
$250K
Median grant
$250K
  • By dollars: Washington 100%. Top recipient cities: Seattle, WA.

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    Program support

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IRS Form 990, 2022. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Youth programs
  • K-12 schools

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