Arts Fund for East Tennessee
Supports projects that promote artistic excellence, cultural traditions, and youth arts engagement in East Tennessee, with a focus on underserved communities.
Funder: East Tennessee Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per award, typically split over two years
Summary: Supports organizations advancing artistic excellence, access, and cultural traditions in East Tennessee, with emphasis on underserved populations and youth.
Key Information: Preference for projects benefiting underserved communities and young people under 25; only one application per organization per cycle.
Description
The Arts Fund for East Tennessee, administered by the East Tennessee Foundation, provides grants to organizations that sustain cultural traditions, encourage diverse artistic expression, and connect artists with communities across the region. The fund prioritizes projects that expand access to the arts for underserved populations, support public art displays and performances, and celebrate the unique art and culture of East Tennesseans. In partnership with the Katherine Davis Moore and Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Davis Foundation Fund, the program also aims to foster cultural growth and the development of music and arts programs for young people under 25 years old.
