Arts and Humanities Touring Grants
Forecasted
Michigan Humanities' Arts and Humanities Touring Grants support nonprofits in bringing touring artists and humanities presenters to Michigan communities for cultural and educational events.
Funder: Michigan Humanities
Due Dates: Program closed for 2026 (no open cycle currently)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 per application (max 50% of artist fees/travel); up to 4 events per org per cycle; total org cap $2,500 per cycle.
Summary: Supports Michigan nonprofits in hosting arts and humanities events by funding fees and travel for touring artists and presenters.
Key Information: The 2026 program is closed; applications are not being accepted at this time.
Description
The Arts and Humanities Touring Grants program, a collaboration between Michigan Humanities and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, provides financial support for Michigan nonprofit organizations to host arts and humanities events. Grants are intended to help offset the costs of bringing touring performers, artists, exhibitors, and humanities presenters to communities across Michigan, broadening access to high-quality cultural and educational programming.
