Zoomobile Scholarships

Zoomobile Scholarships

Funder: Zoo Learning Fund (Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium)

Overview:
Scholarship funding for Zoomobile programs is made possible by the Zoo Learning Fund. The program connects students and community members with unique learning experiences focused on conservation, encouraging empathy, and emphasizing science and nature accessibility.

Eligibility

• Applicants: All potential audiences including:
- Schools - Libraries - Senior care facilities - Preschools
• Geographic Scope: Applications open to all areas
• Special Eligibility: Educational organizations in Jackson and Clay Counties, Missouri are eligible for a free Zoomobile visit each school year (no application needed)

Award Details

• Funding is limited
• Requests reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the calendar year
• Rolling application process

Required Documentation

Applications must include BOTH to be considered complete:
• Statement of Financial Need
• Statement of Impact

Program Focus

• Conservation education
• STEAM-integrated learning
• Hands-on workshops with animal ambassadors
• Age-appropriate activities
• Real-world conservation challenges
• Empathy-building for animals and the planet
• Aligned with Kansas & Missouri State Standards

Contact: (816) 595-1234