Challenge America 2026 Grant By National Endowment For The Arts (NEA)
Challenge America supports projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved groups/communities. The term “underserved,” as defined by the NEA’s legislation and agency policy, refers to those whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited relative to geography, ethnicity, economic status, or disability. This program welcomes applications from applicants that are primarily small organizations, first-time applicants to the NEA, returning Challenge America applicants, or applicants that have not been recently recommended for funding in one of the other NEA grant programs.
Project activities may include, but are not limited to: arts programming; audience and community engagement, including educational activities; marketing and promotional activities; and organizational planning.
MAXIMUM REQUEST: $10,000
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 24, 2025, for projects taking place beginning in 2026
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