Funding aims to increase access to the arts, expand audiences for artists, and broaden South Art's reach. Eligible projects require a Southern artist/company visiting another Southern state for public activities, offering access to arts programming by professional artists.
Next funding deadline
September 1, 2026
Expected Decision Date
Timing Notes
Projects must take place between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2027.
Max Award Amount
10000
Cost share/match Required
Yes - Grant awards support artist fees and require a dollar-for-dollar cash match. Applicants can receive up to 50% of the artist fee as listed in the artist contract or letter of agreement, up to $10,000 (subject to funding availability). For example, a project with an artist fee of $20,000 means the applicant can request $10,000 and must provide a cash match of $10,000. This grant does not support indirect costs or additional project costs.
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Grant awards support artist fees and require a dollar-for-dollar cash match. Applicants can receive up to 50% of the artist fee as listed in the artist contract or letter of agreement, up to $10,000 (subject to funding availability). For example, a project with an artist fee of $20,000 means the applicant can request $10,000 and must provide a cash match of $10,000. This grant does not support indirect costs or additional project costs.
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit with 501C3 Status
State Government
County Government
City or Township Government
Special District Government
Eligibile Geographies
Anywhere in Kentucky
Eligibility Notes
Only 501(c)(3) and governmental arts organizations in South Arts’ nine-state region are eligible to apply. Arts organizations can include but are not limited to artist ensembles, producing and presenting organizations, visual and performing arts centers, museums, film festivals, arts service organizations, community arts organizations, and art councils.