Artist Support Grants
The North Carolina Arts Council's Artist Support Grants fund projects that help artists statewide create new work, develop professionally, and enhance their artistic practice.
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Funder: North Carolina Arts Council
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 | August 17, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | September 4, 2026 | September 7, 2026 | September 11, 2026 | September 15, 2026 | September 25, 2026 | September 30, 2026 | October 3, 2026 | October 9, 2026 | October 12, 2026 | October 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical grant range: $200–$3,000 depending on region; most awards $500–$2,000; project must be completed by December 31, 2026.
Summary: Supports North Carolina artists at any career stage with project-based grants for professional and artistic development through local arts council consortia.
Key Information: Deadlines and eligibility vary by county consortium; applicants must apply through their local arts council.
Description
The Artist Support Grants program, funded by the North Carolina Arts Council, enables regional consortia of local arts councils to provide project-based grants to artists across North Carolina. These grants are designed to foster artistic and professional growth by supporting projects such as the creation of new work, acquisition of equipment and materials, participation in professional development opportunities, travel for exhibitions or conferences, and the development of promotional materials. Artists from any discipline and at any stage of their careers are eligible, with the overarching goal of strengthening the creative community statewide and encouraging innovation and artistic excellence.
