JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture
The JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture from Japan Foundation New York supports projects that promote Japanese arts and culture to U.S. audiences through performances, exhibitions, and public events.
Funder: Japan Foundation New York
Due Dates: Rolling (applications must be submitted at least 3 months prior to in-person/hybrid project start date; 1 month for online-only projects)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project (average award: $2,000); reimbursement basis
Summary: Supports U.S. non-profits in the eastern U.S. to promote Japanese arts and culture through diverse in-person and online projects.
Key Information: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations; projects must occur in eligible eastern or midwestern states or D.C.
Description
The JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture, offered by the Japan Foundation New York, provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations to support projects that foster understanding of Japanese arts and culture. Eligible projects include performing arts, exhibitions, film screenings, lectures, symposia, and other public events, as well as online cultural exchanges such as virtual exhibitions and performances. The grant aims to broaden access to Japanese cultural experiences, especially in regions with limited exposure, and encourages projects that are collaborative and have a lasting impact on U.S.-Japan cultural relations.
