Professional Development
The Professional Development grant from the North Dakota Council on the Arts supports arts-related learning and skill-building for North Dakota artists, educators, and organizations.
Funder: North Dakota Council on the Arts
Due Dates: May 31, 2027 (FY27 Application closing deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 or 80% of project cash expenses (whichever is less); 20% match required; one award per applicant per fiscal year.
Summary: Supports North Dakota artists, educators, nonprofits, and educational institutions to pursue arts-related professional development activities.
Key Information: Reimbursement-based grant; funds are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Description
The Professional Development grant program from the North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA) is designed to help North Dakota nonprofit arts organizations, educational institutions, individual artists, and arts educators participate in arts-related learning opportunities. Eligible activities include attending workshops, conferences, seminars, residencies, or engaging consultants for professional development—either within the United States or internationally. The program aims to enhance artistic, business, and teaching skills in North Dakota's arts community, fostering growth and strengthening the state's cultural landscape.
