Artist Support Grants
The Artist Support Grants from the Arts and Science Council fund individual artists' creative projects and professional growth across multiple artistic disciplines.
Funder: Arts and Science Council
Due Dates: August 30, 2026 (Draft review deadline) | September 6, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per artist; one-time award; projects must occur Jan 1, 2027–June 30, 2028.
Summary: Supports professional and artistic development for creatives in six NC counties to advance their practice, create new work, or grow their business.
Key Information: Only for individual artists residing in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, or Rowan County, NC.
Description
The Artist Support Grants, administered by the Arts and Science Council, are designed to foster the professional and artistic growth of emerging and established artists across a broad range of disciplines. The program provides up to $3,000 for projects that help artists develop new work, promote their careers, acquire specialized training, or travel for professional advancement. Funding is intended to help artists elevate their creative practice, reach new audiences, and strengthen the local creative ecosystem. Supported disciplines include visual, craft, performing, traditional, literary, and interdisciplinary arts.
