The Museum of Flight's Financial Assistance Program supports schools and non-profit youth organizations in accessing the Museum’s educational programs. 

Through the generous support of our partners and donors, we can provide financial assistance to qualified organizations on a first-come, first-served basis. Partial and full funding may cover:

  • Program Fees
  • Bus / Transportation Reimbursements (includes school, charter and bus rental)

If you have any questions about this process, please call us at 206-764-0384 or email Education@museumofflight.org.

Requirements & Rules

  • Be a school or non-profit youth organization,
  • Have a minimum of 35% of students who qualify as low-income as defined by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI),
  • Apply for financial assistance at least two weeks before the date of your program,
  • Complete the provided pre-and post-program activities

Please Note:

  • Financial assistance is awarded after all other discounts are applied.
  • If your group cancels within one week of your scheduled program, you are responsible for a cancellation fee.
  • Financial assistance for schools and organizations outside of Washington State may be requested but is limited.
  • Bus / Transportation reimbursements do not apply to personal vehicles.
  • Award levels are variable and may cover a partial or full program and/or bus (transportation) costs
  • Restrictions and limitations may apply.

Financial Assistance Application

Thanks to the following donors, we can provide funding and access to participation in our education programs: Peggy and Steve Fossett Foundation, The Boeing Company, Tulalip Tribes Charitable Contributions Fund and Puyallup Tribe of Indians Charity Trust.

NOTE: The Financial Assistance Application is the process for requesting both financial assistance and to book a program.


To complete the Financial Assistance Application, you will need the following:

  • Percentage of students in your school/organization who qualify as low-income as defined by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction
  • Name of the program you are requesting to book
  • Preferred program dates and times


To review our programs and availability, please visit the Explore Programs section of our website:

Explore Programs

To submit a Financial Assistance Application, please click the button below:

Financial Assistance Application