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11:59 pm Deadline: Artist Opportunity Grant
Deadline: Artist Opportunity Grant
Oct 24 @ 11:59 pm – 11:59 pm
Artist Opportunity Grants (AOGs) support Arizona artists as they take advantage of specific, unique opportunities that have the potential to significantly impact their professional growth. Lineamientos de la Subvention Artist Opportunity Grants: Download Guidelines (pdf)... Read more »
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Apply Now! Artist Opportunity Grants

Are you ready to grow your audience, expand your skillset, and/or take your practice to the next level? Our Artist Opportunity Grants support Arizona artists as they take advantage of opportunities for professional growth. Our Artist Opportunity Grants support Arizona artists as they take advantage of opportunities for professional growth. Apply now for a grant of up to $1,500!

State Invests $2.4 Million in Nonprofit Arts & Culture Sector

A one-time investment of $2 million in support of Arizona’s arts & culture sector is reaching communities throughout the state with today’s announcement of grants awarded to nonprofit organizations, festivals, and arts learning programs. On September 4, 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, an agency of the State of Arizona, announced 369 grant awards… Read more »


Meet the 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council

We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant programs and initiatives that directly affect young people.

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Grants Info Session and Workshop in Oracle

On Saturday, October 4, 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will be at Triangle L Art Ranch in Oracle for a free grants info session and workshop.  

Arizona Commission on the Arts, Arizona’s State Arts Agency

An agency of the State of Arizona, the Arizona Commission on the Arts provides grants, programs, services and leadership in support of the arts and arts learning programs. In partnership with arts organizations, schools, festivals and individual artists, we endeavor to celebrate Arizona’s diverse communities and rich cultural traditions, inspire creativity, grow local economies and enhance quality of life for all Arizonans.

ARTISTS

The Arizona Commission on the Arts provides a wealth of programs and services to support the work of individual artists practicing in all creative disciplines across Arizona.

ARTS LEARNING

The Arizona Commission on the Arts provides a variety of programs, resources and tools in support of lifelong learning in, through and about the arts.

ORGANIZATIONS

Organizations look to the Arizona Commission on the Arts for funding opportunities, research materials, consultant services and personalized service from professional staff.

Arts Education Data Explorer

With intuitive controls and myriad visualization options, the Arts Education Data Explorer allows users to venture deep into the state’s arts education data.

Grants

Awarding grants to arts organizations and schools is at the center of the Arizona Commission on the Arts’ service. In this effort grant applicants are our partners, providing direct arts experiences throughout Arizona.

SMU DataArts

DataArts is a nonprofit organization that empowers the arts and cultural sector with high-quality data and resources in order to strengthen its vitality, performance, and public impact.

News Updates


  • Meet the 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council
  • Grants Info Session and Workshop in Oracle
  • Apply Now! Artist Opportunity Grants
  • 2025 Arizona Poetry Out Loud: School Registration Now Open
  • State Invests $2.4 Million in Nonprofit Arts & Culture Sector
  • Fiscal Year 2025 Grantees
  • Arizona Commission on the Arts Hires Christina You-sun Park as Executive Director
  • Apply Now: AZ Youth Arts Council
  • NEA Awards Grants to 17 Arizona Arts Programs, Projects

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We're very excited to welcome a new addition to our team! Joanna Mia Valenzuela will join us for the next several months as a Special Projects Coordinator through the Public Ally program administered by ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Part of her work with the agency will be supporting our social media presence, so watch this space for more from Joanna in the coming months! ... See MoreSee Less

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We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! This year's council includes young leaders from Ajo, Chandler, Flagstaff, Globe, Kayente, Kingman, Phoenix, Prescott, Somerton, Tempe, Tucson, and Yuma!Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant programs and initiatives that directly affect young people. As they do so over the next 9 months, they will review issues related to arts and culture programs and services for young people and learn about policy related to equal access to the arts for all young people in Arizona. ... See MoreSee Less

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We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant progr...
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The Arizona Commission on the Arts will be in Oracle on Saturday, October 4 for a grants info session and workshop. Join us at Triangle L Ranch from 1:00 - 3:00 pm to learn about grant opportunities for arts learning programs, arts festivals, and professional development, followed by a detailed information session and mock review panel to give you insider-insights into what makes a successful grant application! ... See MoreSee Less

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We imagine an Arizona where everyone can participate in and experience the arts.

Axis Dance Company released this excellent resourc Axis Dance Company released this excellent resource to aid presenting organizations and others in integrating accessibility measures into their routine work and programming. Congratulations to project managers & writers, Kevin Gotkin (@who____girl )& Vanessa Hernandez Cruz (@galaxiesdance) for a job well done.  Our own Artist Programs Coordinator, Delia Ibañez, served as a reviewer for this guide. You can engage with the guide (and see a wonderful example of accessible website design) at https://accessguide.axisdance.org/

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