# New York State Contract Reporter #2139731

New York State youth transportation grants for county and local fairs

**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** December 01, 2026
**Identifier:** 2139731
**NAICS:** 485410

New York State is offering competitive grants to help youth groups attend county and local fairs during the 2027 fair season.
- **Government buyer:** New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Division of Contracts & Purchasing.
- **Opportunity:** The 2027 Transportation for Youth to New York State County and Local Fairs Competitive Grants Program supports youth transportation and participation in agricultural education at fairs.
- **Funding:** $475,000 is available in total; each eligible applicant may submit one application requesting up to $25,000.
- **Eligible applicants:** Qualifying agricultural and horticultural fair sponsors, county extension service associations, municipalities, not-for-profit corporations, and Indian tribal organizations.
- **Eligible costs:** Transportation, fair admission and fees, meals, educational programming, supplies and equipment, and directly related marketing.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product manufacturers, OEMs, or commercial vendors are identified. No goods, part numbers, or purchase quantities are requested.
- **Period:** Projects are for the 2027 fair season, with an approximately seven-and-a-half-month contract term. A final report is due within 60 days after project completion.

### Description

The New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets is offering grant funding for transportation and related costs to bring youth groups to county and local fairs during the 2027 fair season. The program aims to increase youth attendance, participation in, and appreciation of agriculture and domestic arts, while showcasing local agriculture. A total of $475,000 is available, and applicants may submit one application requesting up to $25,000. Eligible applicants include qualifying agricultural and horticultural corporations, county extension service associations, municipalities, not-for-profit corporations, and Indian tribal organizations.

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