ETC supports the arts throughout the United States by awarding cash grants to non-profit performance groups.
Grants are modest and limited to a maximum of $5,000 in order to distribute funding to a greater number of worthy organizations. Preference is given to organizations producing their own work rather than to hosting venues.
Applying and meeting qualifications does not guarantee an award. The Committee typically receives many more applications than can be funded. ETC may partially fund any application at its discretion.
Eligibility
To apply for funding, applicants must be based in the United States and meet one of the following:
- A 501(c)(3) non-profit residing in the United States.
- Accredited public or private school/university residing in the United States.
- Federal, state, or local government as defined in section 170 (c) of the IRS service code.
Performing arts grants will not fund:
- Organizations that discriminate based on race, religion, creed, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law.
- Staff salaries, scholarships, internships or reimbursements to individuals or groups
- Travel for individuals or groups.
- New construction and/or renovation of existing facilities.
- Any type of event, dinner, or gala.
- Advertising and/or “corporate sponsorship” in fund raising avenues including silent auction, raffle/door prizes, printed materials, or any other type of capital campaign.
Schedule
Applications are accepted annually through August 31.
| Performing Arts Grant Cycle |
Application Deadline |
Decision By |
| Annual |
August 31 |
December 31 |
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Apply for a Performing Arts Funding Grant