An earlier anticipated deadline of April 2026 has been added to the schedule for this arts education program. If you plan to apply this cycle, be sure to follow the newly specified formatting rules for your narrative, including double-spacing, 1-inch margins, and 12-point font. You'll also want to note the updated budget guidelines, which now allow up to 30% of your funds to be used for SCDE Arts Teacher Institute scholarships.
Funder: South Carolina Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 | April 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per grant; approx. $350,000 total funding; up to 35 awards; project period July–May.
Summary: Supports South Carolina Title I schools in developing or expanding high-quality arts education programs to improve student achievement in dance, music, theatre, and/or visual arts.
Key Information: Only one application per school (AEP or DAP); district cannot submit DAP if schools apply for AEP.