This grant helps non-academic professional theatre organizations attend the SETC Convention and join SETC, fostering new connections and access to theatre resources.
Funder: Southeastern Theatre Conference
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (SETC Convention Grant application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,600 registration waiver for up to four staff; up to $800 reimbursement for travel, lodging, and/or meals; one-year SETC organizational membership.
Summary: Supports non-academic professional theatres not yet SETC members to attend the annual SETC Convention and receive one-year organizational membership.
The SETC Convention Grant is designed to help non-academic professional theatre organizations that are not yet members of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) participate in the annual SETC Convention. The grant provides a registration waiver for up to four staff members, reimbursement for travel, lodging, and/or meals, and a one-year organizational membership to SETC. Grantees also receive recognition in SETC publications. The goal is to foster new connections and support professional theatre organizations in engaging with SETC’s network and resources.