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Grants for Individual
Artists/Artist Organizations
Artist Projects Grants
The Arts Commission provides assistance to individual artists through artist
projects grants. Artists apply for project-related funding up to $5,000 for
research and development leading to the creation of a work of art. 11 artists
were served through this program in 2005. The deadline
for the 2008 Artist Projects Grant will be posted in May.
Artist Career Advancement Grant -
Designed to assist practicing, professional and emerging Arizona-based artists
with specific professional development and skill building opportunities that
advance their work and careers. Professional Arizona artists may apply for up to $750 to help advance a specific
aspect of their career. 13 artists were served through this program in Spring
2005.
Professional Development Grant
- Assists Arizona artists and representatives of, in general, small and
mid-sized Arizona arts organizations attend out-of-state
conferences/workshops/seminars/retreats that will
contribute to their professional growth. Subject to approval, Professional
Development Grants to artists or arts organizations are awarded up to $500. For
periods of extended study, grants may be up to $750. Over 50 artists are served
through this program each year.
Organization & School Grants (EGOR) The
Commission provides project and administrative grants to organizations and
schools. Project and administrative grants support arts activities in urban
centers and rural communities, preserve the rich traditions of Arizona’s ethnic
communities, encourage participation in the arts by people with disabilities and
by citizens of all ages, and support strengthened professional artistic and
administrative skills of Arizona’s arts organizations.
The deadline for organization and school grants is
Thursday,
March 20, 2008.
Quick Turnaround Grants The Arts Commission
provides quick turnaround grants, available year round for artists, schools and
organizations. Grants are available for artist career
advancement, planning and development, professional development, sudden
opportunities, consultant services and arts learning quick turnaround.
Other Funding Opportunities
Please check Opportunities for other funding
opportunities for artists and artist organizations.
For assistance, please click here for a
list of staff, or contact us at (602) 771-6501 or
info@azarts.gov.
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