Arts on Tour Grant
The Arts on Tour Grant helps Arkansas nonprofits bring professional artists to public events by reimbursing a portion of artist fees for engagements with rostered artists.
Funder: Arkansas Arts Council
Due Dates: Ongoing (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Reimburses up to 40% of artist fees, up to $2,000 per applicant per fiscal year.
Summary: Supports Arkansas nonprofits in presenting professional artists by offsetting a portion of artist fees for engagements with artists from the Arts on Tour Artist Roster.
Key Information: Only events open to the public are eligible; artists must be selected from the official roster.
Description
The Arts on Tour Grant is designed to help Arkansas nonprofit organizations, including schools, libraries, festivals, and churches, present high-quality artistic experiences in their communities. This program reimburses a portion of the fees paid to professional artists who are listed on the Arts on Tour Artist Roster, making it more financially feasible for organizations to bring vetted artists to their events. The grant aims to foster broader access to the arts across Arkansas and supports both local organizations and professional artists.
