Ride to the Wild Fund Grant

Ride to the Wild Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Humboldt Area Foundation
Last Updated: January 15, 2026

Summary

The Ride to the Wild Fund Grant, established by Bill and Melissa Zielinski, supports Humboldt County K-12 teachers by covering transportation costs for educational field trips to local natural areas. This initiative aligns with the funding priorities of the Humboldt Area Foundation and Wild Rivers Community Foundation, which focus on equity, economic development, and environmental health. Grants typically cover the average cost of a bus for a single outing, encouraging hands-on nature experiences for students.

Overview

Humboldt Area Foundation HAF +WRCF grant funding supports charitable programs and projects in our region (Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity counties in California, and Curry County, Oregon). Ride to the Wild Fund The Ride to the Wild Fund, established by Bill and Melissa Zielinski, provides funds to cover the cost of a bus or other transportation so that teachers can take their students on educational field trips to local natural areas. Humboldt County K-12 teachers are encouraged to apply and to plan experiences that increase their students’ knowledge and awareness of nature. Grants typically limited to the average cost for a bus and driver (for a single outing).

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Humboldt County K-12 teachers