[The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation](https://www.delmas.org)

Rolling (applications accepted year-round)

Most awards are single-year; typical grants are for general operating support or specific creative projects.

Supports established New York City not-for-profit performing arts organizations in music, dance, and theatre with a focus on artistic excellence.

Program is highly competitive, especially for first-time applicants.

--- ## Description The Performing Arts Program is the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation’s primary initiative for supporting not-for-profit performing arts organizations based in New York City. The program targets institutions that demonstrate artistic excellence and have a strong presence in the city’s performing arts ecosystem. Eligible organizations include established performing or producing entities with a proven record at preeminent venues and the venues themselves. The Foundation considers proposals from dance presenters, theatre companies committed to including classics in their repertoire, and music groups or concert presenters focused on early or contemporary music. Most grants are for general operating support, but funding may also be provided for targeted creative projects or local season support. The program is highly competitive due to the high volume of applications and limited number of awards. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there are no formal deadlines. - Applicants may apply at any time during the year. --- ## Funding Amount - Most grants are for a single year. - Funding typically supports general operating expenses, targeted creative projects, or local season support. - The Foundation does not support multi-year grants except in rare cases. - Overhead, indirect costs, capital campaigns, and building/renovation projects are not funded. - Typical award amounts are not specified; applicants are encouraged to review past grantees for examples. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be not-for-profit performing arts institutions based in New York City. - Eligible applicants: - Established performing or producing entities with a history of appearances at preeminent venues. - Preeminent venues themselves. - Must be a publicly supported organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. - Applications must be submitted directly by the organization (no fiscal agents). - Ineligible: - Special initiatives of other institutions - Start-up projects - Emerging organizations - Development campaigns - Building projects - Opera and dance companies and pre-professional programs (unless they are past grantees) - Grants to individuals are not available under this program. --- ## Application Process - Review the [Programs for Organizations](https://www.delmas.org/programs-for-organizations) page for detailed guidelines. - Review the [Eligibility & Restrictions](https://www.delmas.org/eligibility-restrictions) page. - Register and apply via the [online grants portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=kriebledelmas). - Preview application questions [here](https://www.delmas.org/s/Questions-for-Organizational-Grant-Applications-2025.pdf). - After submission, allow 3–4 months for a decision. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation if unsure about eligibility or the application process. --- ## Additional Information - The program is highly competitive, and most first-time applicants are not successful. - The Foundation receives many more requests than it can fund each year. - Awards are generally for single-year support. - For further clarification, applicants may contact the Foundation before applying. --- ## External Links - [Performing Arts Program Overview](https://www.delmas.org/programs-for-organizations) - [Application Instructions](https://www.delmas.org/application-instructions) - [Eligibility & Restrictions](https://www.delmas.org/eligibility-restrictions) - [Online Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=kriebledelmas) - [Sample Application Questions (PDF)](https://www.delmas.org/s/Questions-for-Organizational-Grant-Applications-2025.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Contact Page | |-------------------------|------------------------|-----------------|---------------------------------------------------| | Foundation Office | info@delmas.org | (212) 687-0011 | [Contact Form](https://www.delmas.org/contact) | | (General Application Questions: Ms. Pele Bauch) | - | - | [Contact](https://www.delmas.org/contact) | ---

Performing Arts Program

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