Overview
The Department is pleased to announce the availability of funds for the 2026 Transportation for Youth to New York State County and Local Fairs Competitive Grants Program. This program will provide funding for transportation and related costs to bring participating youth groups to their county and local fairs during the 2026 fair season.
This program aims to increase youth attendance at county and local fairs with the goal of enhancing youth participation in, and appreciation of, agriculture and the domestic arts. Successful projects will showcase local agriculture and expose young people to the fair atmosphere creating meaningful, long-lasting memories. Increased attendance at county and local fairs supports local agriculture and the economy.
Apply
Applications must be submitted via the Statewide Financial System Grants Management System (SFS GM) to be considered for funding. The name for this opportunity is “2026 Transportation for Youth to New York State County and Local Fairs” and the Grant Opportunity ID is AGM - AFTYP2.
Proposals were due Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 4:00 pm. Late proposals will not be accepted.
A list of questions about the Program which have been received from potential applicants, and answers to those questions, as well as any changes, additions or deletions to the RFP are available below.
An informational workshop was held via Webex on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 12:00 pm. A recording of the workshop is available here. A copy of the workshop presentation is available below.