GRANTS FOR ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
The Delaware Division of the Arts offers grants to nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations chartered and based in Delaware, and in good standing with the Delaware Division of Corporations. Currently available funding categories include: General Operating Support, Arts Stabilization (capital renovations), Education Resource, STARTUP Continuation, and Accessibility grants
Applications for Fiscal Year 2012
Delaware Division of the Arts grant applications and instructions for arts organizations are available in Microsoft Word, or in PDF (Portable Document Format) which can be downloaded using the free Acrobat Reader.
To apply in any grant category, you need to download both the "Instructions and Information" and the "Application" for that particular grant. Save the selected documents onto your computer's hard drive. You can then fill out the application form directly on your computer, print it out, and mail it in with the rest of your application packet. Facsimile (fax) or e-mail transmission of applications will not be accepted.
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Arts Organization Grants |
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Grant Category |
Grant Description |
Information & Instructions |
Application |
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General Operating Support Deadline |
Supports annual operating expenses for established nonprofit arts organizations. Two application options are available:
Note: New organizations should see the STARTUP section below. |
Application for GOS, Interim
Reports, & Arts Stabilization |
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Arts Stabilization
Deadline |
Supports capital maintenance and/or facility improvement projects.
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Next cycle begins in FY2013 |
Support and training for emerging arts organizations.
New arts organizations must complete the STARTUP program before qualifying for General Operating Support and other Division of the Arts grants. Entry into the STARTUP program is offered every other year. The next application cycle is scheduled for FY2013. Information on this program is available by contacting the Division of the Arts by email or at 302-577-8278. |
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Education Resource Deadline |
Supports standards-based arts curriculum development and programming. |
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Accessibility Grants Rolling Deadline |
Supports initiatives that enhance an organization’s capacity to accommodate individuals and groups with special needs. | ||
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"Grantee Responsibilities" |
Outlines the fiscal, reporting, and programmatic responsibilities of grantees |
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"Grant Review Process" |
Outlines the steps an application takes from submission to final approval |
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"National Endowment for the Arts Requirements for Subgrantees" |
Outlines federal obligations of all Division grantees |
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Grant recipients are required to include the following credit in all advertising, news releases, printed programs or posters, electronic media, or publicity related to Division-funded activities:
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| W-9 Application | The State of Delaware requires a W-9 on file for all vendors (grantees) before any payments can be made. This information is used to populate and maintain the State’s vendor file. | Link to online form |
| Division of Corporations Annual Report | Annual reporting requirement for Delaware nonprofit organizations to remain in good standing with the State of Delaware | Link to online form |
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Mailing List Questionnaire |
Provides Division with contact information for mailings, mass emails, and special events |
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On-site Evaluation Form |
For use by on-site evaluators to review performances, presentations, and arts activities of Division-sponsored programs |
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Final Evaluation Form |
For use by grantees to submit final reports for grants awarded during the Fiscal Year. All reports are due 60 days after the completion of the project, or September 30 of the fiscal year, whichever occurs first. |
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Funding for Division of the Arts grants is supported by annual appropriations from the Delaware General Assembly, along with grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. | ||
