The Nebraska Arts Council’s AiS/C Sponsor Grants support interactive arts sessions and residencies by professional artists in Nebraska schools and communities.
Funder: Nebraska Arts Council
Due Dates: Rolling (apply at least six weeks before program start date)
Funding Amounts: $300–$2,000 per project (3–30 sessions; no match required)
Summary: Supports Nebraska organizations in hiring roster artists for interactive arts sessions or residencies in schools and communities.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served and must use NAC Roster Artists.
This program enables Nebraska nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and PreK–12 accredited schools to engage professional artists from the Nebraska Arts Council’s Artist Roster for interactive, creative sessions or residencies. Projects may include demonstrations, performances, or guided arts activities, delivered either virtually or in-person. The grant is designed to foster educational and artistic enrichment by connecting participants with skilled artists, supporting both short-term visits and more extensive residencies tailored to organizational needs.