The Oklahoma Zoological Society (OZS), the Zoo's non-profit support group, provides grants to offset the cost of zoo education programs. These are available to pre-school through high school students, as well as youth and adult organizations.

Potential Requests:

• Applicants for the Schools and Libraries Grant must select one of two program options, either classes on zoo grounds (for specific grades only) OR as outreach programs at awarded site.
• Applicants for the Nonprofits Grant are subject to the same program options mentioned above.
• A request for zoo admission, without a program, is available only to non-profit organizations by calling (405) 425.0638.

Eligibility Preference:

• Applications requesting education programs.
• Nonprofit social service and civic organizations and clubs.
• Schools and organizations in the Oklahoma City sales tax area.
• Schools with more than 50% of students receiving free or reduced lunches.

Selection Process:

• Only completed applications are accepted.
• Grant applications are reviewed on a competitive basis.
• Funding is determined by availability of funds, socioeconomic status of participants, and how the group will benefit from the project.

Grant Restrictions:

• Grants cannot be used with other Zoo specials or promotions.
• Food costs, overnight programs, rides and shows are not covered under this grant.
• Transportation within a 25-mile radius of the Oklahoma City Zoo will be considered for partial funding.
• Funds not used in the appropriate time frame cannot be carried over, held or transferred.

Deadlines and Awards: