Justin G. Schiller Fellowship
American Antiquarian Society
Private
Worcester County, Massachusetts
US $2,000 - US $4,000
The Justin G. Schiller Fellowship, offered by the American Antiquarian Society, supports research on American children's books published before 1876. This fellowship is open to postdoctoral scholars and graduate students from various academic fields, promoting a diverse range of inquiries into the production and historical context of these works. With a stipend of $2,000 per month, the fellowship term lasts one to two months, providing vital support for scholarly research.
Community Culture & Heritage
Writing & Literature
American History
Reese Fellowship
American Antiquarian Society
Private
Worcester County, Massachusetts
Unspecified amount
The Reese Fellowship, funded by the William Reese Company, supports research in American bibliography and the history of the book in America. The American Antiquarian Society encourages postdoctoral scholars and graduate students from various fields to apply. With a stipend of $2,200 per month for a term of one to two months, this fellowship prioritizes individuals who have not held long-term fellowships in the last three years, promoting a rich scholarly environment.
American History
Community Culture & Heritage
Writing & Literature
Arts Legacy Grants - Regular
Northwest Minnesota Arts Council
Private
Kittson County, Minnesota, Marshall County, Minnesota +5 more
US $3,000 - US $1,000
The Arts Legacy Grants - Regular program, managed by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council, provides funding for art projects that enhance local artists and engage communities in Region 1. Grants range from $3,000 to $10,000, requiring a 10% cash match. Projects must be completed within 24 months and support public art initiatives. Eligible applicants include individuals and non-profit organizations within the specified counties of northwestern Minnesota.
Art & Culture
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Visual Arts
+9 more
Arts Grants for Schools: Arts Equipment for Schools
Northwest Minnesota Arts Council
Private
Kittson County, Minnesota, Marshall County, Minnesota +5 more
Up to US $3,000
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council offers the Arts Grants for Schools program, providing funding up to $3,000 for artistic equipment in schools across seven counties. Eligible applicants include Minnesota non-profit organizations and school districts, with a 25% cash match required. This initiative aims to enhance the visual arts, performing arts, media arts, and creative writing departments in educational institutions, fostering creativity and artistic development.
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Writing & Literature
+2 more
Grants for Cities/Counties/Nonprofit Organizations
Northwest Minnesota Arts Council
Private
Kittson County, Minnesota, Marshall County, Minnesota +5 more
US $500 - US $10,000
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council provides grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 for arts projects benefiting communities in northwestern Minnesota. Eligible applicants include non-profits and governmental entities, supporting initiatives like public art, theatrical productions, and community workshops. A minimum cash match of 10% is required, increasing to 25% for certain projects. This funding aims to enhance cultural engagement and artistic development across seven counties in the region.
Art & Culture
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Visual Arts
+9 more
Yukon Foundation Project Grants
Yukon Foundation
Private
Canada
Unspecified amount
The Yukon Foundation Project Grants support various initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of Yukoners. Established in 1980, the foundation has grown significantly and now administers over $8 million in scholarships and grants. The grants focus on educational advancement, cultural preservation, and community well-being, encouraging projects that benefit the local population and promote sustainable development. This funding is essential for fostering growth and leadership among Yukoners in diverse fields.
Crime & Justice
Physical Disabilities
Women & Girl Services
+32 more
Lyon Foundation Grants
Lyon Foundation
Private
Washington County, Oklahoma
Unspecified amount
The E.H. Lyon and Melody Lyon Foundation, established in 1972, focuses on supporting charitable, religious, and educational organizations. It funds projects that align with its mission to aid public institutions and scientific research. However, it does not provide grants for ongoing operational expenses, existing debts, or scholarships. Proposals must include clear objectives, a detailed budget, and other funding sources to be considered for support. This ensures that grants are used effectively to benefit the community.
Religion & Spirituality
Writing & Literature
Education
+4 more
The St. Johns Cultural Council Tommy Bledsoe State of the Arts (SOTA) Grant Program
St. Johns Cultural Council
Private
St. Johns County, Florida
US $1,500
The St. Johns Cultural Council offers the State of the Arts Grants, providing six $1,500 awards to support individual artists and arts organizations in St. Johns County. Applications open annually on September 1st, aiming to fund innovative projects in various artistic disciplines. Priority is given to proposals that engage underserved communities or enhance arts education. This competitive grant process encourages creative proposals while ensuring minimal application burden on applicants.
Art & Culture
Art Education
Public / Community Art
+10 more
Impact 100 Greater Chesapeake: Transformational Grant
Impact100 Greater Chesapeake
Private
Anne Arundel County, Maryland
Unspecified amount
The Impact 100 Greater Chesapeake Transformational Grant aims to fund high-impact community projects in Anne Arundel County. Applications are welcomed from tax-exempt public charities focusing on areas such as arts, education, environment, family, and health. Grant amounts are determined by pooling member contributions, with a unique approach to funding initiatives that promote sustainability and community improvement. Interested nonprofits must adhere to eligibility criteria and submit proposals by the designated deadlines.
Environmental Conservation
Environmental Stewardship
Environmental Education
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Alameda County ARTSFUND Grant Program
Alameda County Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Alameda County, California
Up to US $2,500
The Alameda County ARTSFUND Grant Program, managed by the Alameda County Arts Commission, aims to support nonprofit arts and cultural organizations serving the community. Grants ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 are available for various artistic endeavors, including visual arts, dance, and theater. This initiative fosters creativity and cultural expression, reinforcing the belief that arts are vital to community success. The program is funded through county contributions and community donations.
Art & Culture
Dance
Writing & Literature
+6 more
Harry and Lois McCullough Fund
Richland County Foundation
Private
Richland County, Ohio
Unspecified amount
The Harry and Lois McCullough Fund, established under the Richland County Foundation, supports teachers in Richland County by funding innovative projects that promote writing, literature appreciation, music, and Ohio history. Grants are available to K-12 educators from both public and private schools, encouraging creative methods to engage students. This initiative is part of the Foundation's broader mission to enhance the quality of life through strategic philanthropy and community leadership.
Writing & Literature
Music
Community Culture & Heritage
Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant - General Capital Grants
Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation
Private
Hawaii
Up to US $500,000
The Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant supports small capital projects and equipment costing under $500,000, benefiting qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii. Established in 1938, the foundation focuses on arts, education, environment, health, human services, religion, and community initiatives. Preference is given to projects on Kauai, emphasizing board participation in funding. Notably, grants do not cover individual requests, endowments, or deficit financing, ensuring a broad community impact.
Human & Social Services
Education
Religion & Spirituality
+6 more
Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant - General Operating Grants
Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation
Private
Hawaii
Unspecified amount
The Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant supports various fields including arts, education, environment, health, human services, and religion. Established in 1938, it offers general operating grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii. The foundation prefers projects that engage the community, especially on Kauai, and typically requires a strong relationship with the Trust. However, it does not fund individuals or multiple-year projects.
Science
Religion & Spirituality
Art & Culture
+6 more
New ERA Writers Program
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
Private
Connecticut, District of Columbia +2 more
Up to US $25,000
New ERA Writers Program Goals
The New Era Writers Program aims to inspire those who seek to improve their current abilities or find a community with like-minded individuals and writers. We want to provide support and resources to writers and writing programs to help amplify their voices and improve their capabilities. Our Foundation believes that one of the most important life skills is the ability to be an effective writer and communicator. We support programs that will provide anyone with the knowledge and skills to express themselves through the art of writing and encourage higher levels of training designed to assist in delivering clear and persuasive arguments for change and equality. This program was designed to support writers as they pursue a career and love of writing.
Program Outline
The New Era program was created to encourage writing professionals, teachers, counselors, professors, and schools to start or continue programs supporting professional and creative writing career paths.
The program can support:
- Any writing genre: Journalism, Fiction, Poetry, Prose, Blogging, Novel, Autobiography, Book Reviews, Comic Strips, Diaries, Essays, Fables, etc.
- Programs can be Workshops, Writing Clubs, Curriculum Based Programs, After-school programs, Summer Programs, Retreats, etc.
- Program space that provides a safe and inspiring environment.
- Community Partnerships or On-Staff Writing Professionals or Teachers with Writing Degrees or who Minored in Writing or any Humanities, Liberal Arts or another degree that teaches or encourages writing.
Writing & Literature
ASC: Emerging Creators Fellowship
Arts & Science Council
Private
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Up to US $10,000
The ASC: Emerging Creators Fellowship supports early-career artists in Mecklenburg County by providing essential resources for sustainable creative practices. Designed for vocational creatives, this fellowship empowers individuals at a crucial point in their artistic careers. Activities funded can include apprenticeships, innovative explorations, and project executions, all aimed at enhancing their artistic voice. This initiative fosters a vibrant cultural community, ensuring that local artists can thrive and contribute significantly to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region.
Art & Culture
Science
History
+5 more
Creative Support Funding: Major Cultural Organizations
New Mexico Arts
State/Local Government
New Mexico
Up to US $10,000
The Creative Support Funding for Major Cultural Organizations by New Mexico Arts encourages larger arts organizations with unrestricted income over $750,000 to apply for funding. This program supports various artistic disciplines, allowing organizations to fund single events or entire seasons. With a shift to a two-year funding cycle starting in FY2026, applicants awarded in FY2026 can submit a renewal for FY2027, ensuring ongoing support for the arts community.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Writing & Literature
Performing Arts
+3 more
Creative Support Funding: Community Arts Grants
New Mexico Arts
State/Local Government
New Mexico
US $10,000
The Creative Support Funding: Community Arts Grants by New Mexico Arts offers financial assistance to arts organizations for various program activities, including performing, visual, literary, media, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary arts. This funding aims to support small-budget organizations, helping them to continue, strengthen, and expand their programs and engage with the community. Notably, organizations funded in FY2026 can apply for a renewal in FY2027, fostering continuity in arts programming.
Art & Culture
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Visual Arts
+3 more
Creative Support Funding: Colleges, Universities and Government Entities Grants
New Mexico Arts
State/Local Government
New Mexico
US $10,000
New Mexico Arts offers Creative Support Funding to colleges, universities, and government entities for arts programming. With a two-year funding cycle beginning in FY2026, successful applicants can apply for renewal in FY2027. This funding supports a variety of artistic disciplines, including performing, visual, literary, and media arts, ensuring that programs are accessible to the community at large. Eligible organizations will be notified when the renewal application process opens.
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Writing & Literature
+2 more
Creative Support Funding: Arts Projects Grants
New Mexico Arts
State/Local Government
New Mexico
US $10,000
New Mexico Arts offers Creative Support Funding to support arts organizations and presenters in various disciplines, including performing, visual, literary, media, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary arts. This funding is aimed at organizations with medium-sized budgets, specifically those with unrestricted income between $100,000 and $749,999. The program has transitioned to a two-year funding cycle starting in FY2026, allowing successful applicants to submit shorter renewal applications for FY2027.
Art & Culture
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
+3 more
Arts in Social Service Grants
New Mexico Arts
State/Local Government
New Mexico
US $10,000
The Arts in Social Service Grants from New Mexico Arts supports organizations focused on arts-based projects that tackle social issues affecting marginalized populations such as the incarcerated, homeless, and ill. With a two-year funding cycle starting in FY2026, eligible organizations can renew their applications for FY2027. This initiative fosters civic dialogues through artistic activities, encouraging community involvement in vital social discussions.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Visual Arts
Writing & Literature
+5 more
Mount Horeb Community Foundation Grant
Mount Horeb Community Foundation
State/Local Government
Dane County, Wisconsin
Unspecified amount
The Mount Horeb Community Foundation has been dedicated to enhancing the welfare of the Mt. Horeb community since 1988. They provide monetary grants to local organizations and projects, offering a personalized approach to philanthropy. Individuals and groups within the community can apply for funding to support initiatives that enrich the common welfare. However, the foundation does not fund general operating expenses, endowments, or political activities.
Education
Writing & Literature
Religion & Spirituality
+2 more
Waunakee Community Foundation Grants
Waunakee Community Foundation
Private
Dane County, Wisconsin
Unspecified amount
The Waunakee Community Foundation, established in 2004, aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Waunakee area by funding impactful projects. This private foundation supports charitable, educational, scientific, recreational, and literary initiatives that address community needs and foster collaboration. Organizations serving the Greater Waunakee Area, especially within the school district, are encouraged to apply, provided they uphold non-discrimination principles.
Education
Science
Writing & Literature
+2 more
East Arts Grant Program (formerly East of the River)
DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities
State/Local Government
District of Columbia
Up to US $35,000
The East Arts Grant Program supports BIPOC-centered non-profit organizations in the northeast and southeast quadrants of Washington, DC, providing high-quality arts and humanities experiences. This initiative aims to enhance community identity and elevate the creative excellence of artists through various disciplines, including dance, visual arts, and literature. By fostering access to these experiences, the program enriches the cultural landscape and quality of life for local residents.
Humanities & Social Science
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Dance
+6 more
TAC Rural Arts Project Support
Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Bedford County, Tennessee, Benton County, Tennessee +74 more
US $1,000 - US $25,000
The TAC Rural Arts Project Support offers funding for diverse arts projects that enhance community engagement and vitality in rural Tennessee. Eligible applicants include local nonprofits and government entities. Projects can involve professional artists, workshops, public performances, and initiatives to improve accessibility for underserved populations. Ineligible uses of funding include K-12 education projects, insurance, and capital improvements. This grant fosters artistic collaboration and innovation in rural settings.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Rural Development
Public / Community Art
+10 more
TAC Arts Project Support
Tennessee Arts Commission
State/Local Government
Anderson County, Tennessee, Blount County, Tennessee +16 more
US $1,000 - US $18,000
The TAC Arts Project Support grant provides funding for diverse arts projects that enhance community vitality in urban areas. Eligible applicants, including Tennessee-based nonprofit organizations and local government entities, must match the requested grant amount dollar-for-dollar. Projects may encompass various art forms such as visual arts, music, and theater, promoting engagement and accessibility. Applicants should carefully review ineligibility criteria to ensure their proposals align with the funding philosophy.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Media Arts
Visual Arts
+8 more
OAC Oklahoma Arts and the Military Grants
Oklahoma Arts Council
Private
Oklahoma
Up to US $5,000
The Oklahoma Arts and the Military Grants aim to empower organizations to serve military-connected individuals through arts programs. Grants of up to $5,000 support learning-based and audience-based initiatives that engage active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. This initiative, part of the Oklahoma Arts and the Military Initiative, fosters greater accessibility to the arts for the military community, enhancing their well-being and connection through creative expression.
Art Education
Military & Veterans Services
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
+6 more
MSAC Grants for Organizations
Maryland State Arts Council
State/Local Government
Maryland
More than US $50,000
The MSAC Grants for Organizations program offers annual operating grants to organizations in Maryland that present or produce arts programs for the public. It aims to enhance the sustainability and vitality of Maryland's cultural landscape. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry, while established organizations can apply for funding in specific artistic categories. The program supports both arts-focused and non-arts organizations that engage in public arts activities.
Art & Culture
Media Arts
Visual Arts
+8 more