Applications for the 2026-2027Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects Grants Open Wednesday, January 7, 2026 What are Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects Grants?Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects grants fund projects that support the vitality of traditional arts and cultures in Mid Atlantic Arts’ region. Non-profit organizations in DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, PR, USVI, VA, or WV may apply for $1,000 to $5,000 grants. A 1:1 match is required. Eligible project activities may include performances, public art collaborations, workshops/training, exhibitions, fieldwork/documentation, and the creation of new traditional work. Mid Atlantic Arts encourages projects that cross state/territory borders, as well as projects that support or engage underserved or underrepresented artists, practitioners, traditions, or constituents. How Do I Apply? Review our guidelines here and apply at midatlanticarts.smartsimple.com. Applications opened Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026. The deadline for applications is Thursday, April 30, 2026. Questions? Contact Joel Chapman, Program Associate, Folk and Traditional Arts, at [email protected] or call 410-539-6656 X 117.Join us for an Informational WebinarTuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1pm ETFolk and Traditional Community Projects, The Basics: Jan 20 at 1 pm EST.Here you will learn the basics of the grant including everything you need to know to apply and what makes a competitive application. There will also be time to answer any questions you may have. Please see the guidelines for an entire list of webinars and workshops available to assist you in applying. If you would like to request accommodations or if you have any questions about the webinar, contact Joel Chapman at the email or phone number listed above. Requests for accommodation should be submitted by Monday, Jan 23, 2026.Register Here!Important DatesApplications open Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026, and are due Thursday, April 30, 2026 by 11:59 pm EST Applicants will be notified of funding decisions by July 2026 Project period is September 1, 2026-December 31, 2027 Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects grants are supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. Image: Tangier Island mayor and commercial crabber James “Ooker” Eskridge at the Richmond Folk Festival. Photo by Peter Hedlund/Virginia Humanities.  Visit our Website |
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