Meet the 2023-24 AZ Youth Arts Council

We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2023-24 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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Apply Now! Artist Opportunity Grants

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! Applications must be submitted by October 23.

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Flagstaff Community Arts Reception

The Arizona Commission on the Arts and Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona invite artist, arts professionals, and arts advocates from through the region to join us in Tucson for an open reception on Thursday, March 23!

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Register Now for 2024 Poetry Out Loud!

The registration portal for 2024 Arizona Poetry Out Loud is now open! Teachers and educators working with high school-level students can register to participate through October 31, 2023.

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State Invests $5.4 Million in Nonprofit Arts Sector

On August 23, 2023, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, an agency of the State of Arizona, announced 367 grant awards totaling $5,425,146. Grants were awarded to a diverse array of organizations and programs spread across the state.

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