The Stafford Air & Space Museum is proud to offer the Fueling the Future Grant, designed to help Oklahoma schools cover the cost of transportation for museum field trips. We believe every student should have the chance to experience hands-on STEM learning and Oklahoma’s remarkable aviation and space heritage.
Transportation costs can be a barrier for many schools planning field trips. The Fueling the Future Grant provides direct funding to help schools pay for bus transportation to and from the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Our goal is to ensure that students across the state—especially in rural and underserved areas—have the opportunity to experience high-quality, curriculum-aligned STEM education programs.
1 Complete the simple online application form
2 Share basic trip details (date, number of students, transportation cost estimate)
3 Tell us how the field trip will support your classroom goals
Contact our Education Coordinator at 580-772-5871.
Any Oklahoma public, private, or tribal school serving students in grades K–12 can apply. Priority is given to schools demonstrating financial need or serving rural or underserved communities.
The grant covers transportation costs associated with field trips to the Stafford Air & Space Museum. This includes bus rental, fuel, and driver expenses. Partial or full reimbursement is awarded based on available funding and need.
Amounts vary depending on the number of students, distance to the museum, and available grant funds. Many schools receive enough to cover transportation completely or significantly reduce costs.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis while funding is available. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to secure support for your preferred field trip date.
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You’ll receive notification within 2–3 weeks of submitting your application. If funding is awarded, we’ll work with you on payment or reimbursement details.
Yes! Schools may apply for multiple trips in the same school year, though funding priority may be given to first-time applicants if resources are limited.
No—but we encourage you to explore our interactive, standards-aligned STEM programs. Our team will help you tailor your visit to your students’ grade level and curriculum needs.
We’re here to help you plan your visit and complete your grant application. Contact our Education Coordinator at 580-772-5871.
Ready to help your students reach for the stars? Apply for the Fueling the Future Grant today!