Grants & Fellowships / Verified 2 September 2026
The North Carolina Arts Council offers project grants to professional artists through regional local arts councils. Applicants must be North Carolina residents and contact their designated regional arts council to apply. There is no application fee.
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What the organizer actually says
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“none (page mentions no fee)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get. Project grants
“Project grants ranging $200–$3,000 depending on region. Fundable expenses include creation of new work, equipment/materials purchase, professional development, travel for professional opportunities, and promotional materials development.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Projects must be completed by December 31, 2026.
Who can apply. Professional artists in North Carolina at any stage of their career; must contact the designated local arts council for their region. North Carolina residency required (application through local regional arts councils).
“Professional artists in North Carolina”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose.
“Regional local arts councils award grants; panels of 6–8 arts content experts and leaders score proposals; recommendations reviewed by NC Arts Council board and approved by Secretary of Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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