Arts in Education Residency Grants
Supports teaching artist residencies in Pennsylvania schools and community sites to foster creative skill development and engagement through collaborative arts projects.
Funder: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards support multi-week teaching artist residencies; amount varies by project and host site.
Summary: Supports teaching artist residencies in schools, community, and institutional settings across Pennsylvania to foster creative skill development and engagement.
Key Information: Funding for this program is expected to discontinue statewide after August 2026; new opportunities may replace it.
Description
The Arts in Education Residency Grants, administered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, are designed to support partnerships between professional teaching artists and a variety of host sites—including K-12 schools, senior centers, veterans' homes, and medical facilities. These residencies enable artists to collaborate with host organizations to deliver long-term, creative projects that empower participants to explore and develop their artistic abilities. The program emphasizes learner creative control, mentorship, and collaborative planning between the artist and the host site. The goal is to integrate the arts into diverse educational and community environments, enriching the lives of participants and strengthening local communities.
