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The Arts Program (Performing Arts) is a grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation that funds nonprofit performing arts organizations and artists working in contemporary dance, jazz, and theater. The foundation advances the careers of performing artists and supports new ways of conceiving, producing, and sharing work in these disciplines.
Grants typically range from $100,000 to $1 million and are structured as multi-year awards to provide sustained support for creative labor and institutional stability. Eligible applicants are nonprofit entities with 501(c)(3) status working in the performing arts. The foundation primarily identifies grantees proactively; prospective applicants should review current program guidelines before submitting.
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Creating the conditions for artists to thrive A vibrant performing arts sector sparks the public imagination and enhances our collective quality of life. In her lifetime, Doris Duke tirelessly supported performing artists, especially those in the worlds of contemporary dance, jazz and theater.
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Performing Arts Technologies Lab We're supporting 20 pioneering artists, technologists and arts organizations through a first-of-its-kind accelerator for projects seeking to explore innovative uses of digital technology in the performing arts. Doris Duke Theatre at Jacob’s Pillow The new theater is built to meet the creative demands of performing artists for decades to come. There are no open competitions at this time.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit entities with 501(c)(3) status. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $100,000 to $1 million (generally multi-year grants) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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