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Delaware Division of the Arts – General Operating Support is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts (State of Delaware). Annual operating support for arts organizations in Delaware; mostly for arts‑focused nonprofits—not suitable for religious organizations unless arts is primary mission.
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General Operating Support Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast General Operating Support Grants General Operating Support grants support annual operating expenses to ensure that year-round participation in the arts is available to the people of Delaware. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> To be eligible for General Operating Support, applicants must: Have the promotion, presentation, production, and/or teaching of the arts as their primary purpose as outlined in their charter, incorporation papers, bylaws, and IRS nonprofit determination letter Have a stable, functioning board of directors that meets at least quarterly Be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 Have total operating income of more than $16,000 for the last completed fiscal year. Have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) through the federal SAM.gov system Please note the following restrictions: The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff New arts organizations must successfully complete the Division of the Arts StartUp Program before applying for General Operating Support, Education Resource, or Arts Stabilization Fund grants. Virtual programming is eligible for funding, provided it complies with the rest of the guidelines. The Division uses a staggered, three-year application cycle for General Operating Support (GOS). Organizations seeking a general operating support grant must submit a Full Application in the “on year,” and Interim Applications in the “off years.” Grant awards are determined by applying a funding formula to the organization’s three-year rolling average of expenses. A multi-year application cycle permits grantees, as well as the Division, to focus more attention on the delivery of programs and services and less on the preparation, processing, and review of grant applications. Organizations approved for a general operating support grant demonstrate a history of programming, service to their community, and management of their operations that provides confidence that a similar level of service or activity may be sustained over a three-year period without requiring a full application and review each year. Funding awarded in the FY2027 grant cycle
Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Varies (state operating support); eligibility guidance Non‑profit Delaware organizations whose primary mission is the promotion, production, presentation, or teaching of the arts.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
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General Operating Support Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast General Operating Support Grants General Operating Support grants support annual operating expenses to ensure that year-round participation in the arts is available to the people of Delaware.
Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> To be eligible for General Operating Support, applicants must: Have the promotion, presentation, production, and/or teaching of the arts as their primary purpose as outlined in their charter, incorporation papers, bylaws, and IRS nonprofit determination letter Have a stable, functioning board of directors that meets at least quarterly Be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 Have total operating income of more than $16,000 for the last completed fiscal year.
Have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) through the federal SAM.
gov system Please note the following restrictions: The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff New arts organizations must successfully complete the Division of the Arts StartUp Program before applying for General Operating Support, Education Resource, or Arts Stabilization Fund grants.
Virtual programming is eligible for funding, provided it complies with the rest of the guidelines. The Division uses a staggered, three-year application cycle for General Operating Support (GOS). Organizations seeking a general operating support grant must submit a Full Application in the “on year,” and Interim Applications in the “off years.
” Grant awards are determined by applying a funding formula to the organization’s three-year rolling average of expenses. A multi-year application cycle permits grantees, as well as the Division, to focus more attention on the delivery of programs and services and less on the preparation, processing, and review of grant applications.
Organizations approved for a general operating support grant demonstrate a history of programming, service to their community, and management of their operations that provides confidence that a similar level of service or activity may be sustained over a three-year period without requiring a full application and review each year.
Funding awarded in the FY2027 grant cycle must be spent on activities that occur between September 1, 2026 and August 31, 2027. General Operating Support grants are funded on a matching basis. Matching funds (1:1) must be cash and may not come from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Other federal grant sources may be used as match in accordance with authorizing legislation. Download the full General Operating Support Grant guidelines here. Download Grantwriting Tips for Organizations here.
The Delaware Division of the Arts strives to keep our grant applications concise, while gathering the essential information needed for a thorough and fair evaluation. We aim to balance simplicity with the comprehensive details necessary to ensure we can effectively assess each project’s potential impact and success.
Full Application Components The General Operating Support Full Application includes: An organizational profile Narrative questions addressing the current year (September–August) and upcoming year’s programming, artistic quality, availability and service to the community, management, and any significant organizational changes.
A board list with contact information, board-designated responsibilities/committees, occupation/expertise, and # years of service A staff contact list with names, job titles, and email addresses A detailed 2-year side-by-side budget report including the most recently completed fiscal year (actuals), and current fiscal year (budgeted) Financial reports for the most recently completed fiscal year (see instructions within smARTDE) Support materials (up to four) Note: All materials submitted to the Division of the Arts during the grant application process are subject to public inspection upon request, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.
Please redact any confidential information contained in financial documents and audits prior to submission. Interim Application (Report) Components The General Operating Support Interim Application (Report) includes: An organizational profile Narrative questions focused on the current year’s program highlights (September-August) and any significant changes in the organization.
A board list with contact information, board-designated responsibilities/committees, occupation/expertise, and # years of service A staff contact list with names, titles, and email addresses Financial reports for the most recently completed fiscal year (see instructions within smARTDE) Support materials (up to three) Note: All materials submitted to the Division of the Arts during the grant application process are subject to public inspection upon request, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.
Please redact any confidential information contained in financial documents and audits prior to submission.
Eligible/Ineligible Expenses Expenses Eligible for General Operating Support Funding from General Operating Support grants may be used to support most aspects of an arts organization’s annual operating expenses (not including capital expenses), such as: Facilities operations (utilities, routine maintenance…) Marketing or publicity of events/activities Personnel (salaries, benefits…) Professional development (workshops, seminars, conferences, excluding credit earning post-secondary coursework) Travel (domestic) and other operational expenses necessary to deliver arts programs and services Expenses Not Eligible for General Operating Support Division funds may not be used for these expenses: Activities for which academic credit is given Activities outside Delaware Awards and cash prizes or donations Building, renovating, or remodeling of facilities Capital expenditures and non-consumables valued over $3,000 Traditional circus performers and athletic activities Expenses incurred outside the grant period Fundraising costs (capital/endowment campaigns) Projects restricted to exclusive participation or enjoyment Projects that have sectarian or religious purposes Scholarships or research by individuals Evaluation Criteria and Considerations The following criteria are utilized by panels to evaluate each General Operating Support application in the “on year.
” Panelists use detailed scoring rubrics in their review of each application.
Artistic Quality (40% of score) Artistic product, process, and/or service Interpretative materials and/or educational activities Ingenuity, vitality, relevance Availability of the Arts/Service to the Community (30% of score) Fulfillment of community needs Demonstrated efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion Outreach and collaboration Management (30% of score) Board/staff qualifications and governance After all applications have gone through an internal grant review process for completeness, they will be reviewed, discussed, and evaluated by an external committee of Delawareans.
The committee’s feedback and scores are then tabulated and provided to the Delaware State Arts Council, who will make funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2027 to the Division Director at the June 2026 Council meeting. The recommended grant awards will apply to Fiscal Year 2027 only. Applicants will be notified of final funding decisions after July 1, 2026, following the Council meeting and passage of the state budget.
For details on the grant review process and appeals procedures, visit the Division of the Arts’ Grant Review Process . Applicants should not expect the funding to be exactly the same each year of the three-year cycle.
Grant awards are re-calculated annually from a formula and panel review process that encompass the following: a satisfactory review of application materials and on-site evaluations, actual operating expenses/income as reported in the application and IRS materials, the number of organizations in the applicant pool, and available state and federal funds.
Because of these variable factors, grant awards are likely to fluctuate from year to year. In addition, prior funding does not guarantee future funding. The Division of the Arts retains the right to reduce or rescind a grant award during the grant period if the grantee is found not to be in compliance with state and/or federal grant requirements, or if funding (state or federal) is reduced during the fiscal year.
Notification and Payments Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions after July 1, 2026, following the Council meeting and passage of the state budget. Notification will be made through the smARTDE application portal. As part of the grant award notification, there will be a number of documents that applicants are required to read and acknowledge before receipt of your first payment.
To receive a grant payment, organizations must have an active State of Delaware eSupplier record. We recommend that you choose to receive payments through Automated Clearing House (ACH), an electronic fund transfer, when completing or updating your eSupplier record. Both ACH and paper checks are free methods of payment.
However, DDOA strongly encourages grantees to enroll in ACH , as paper checks are likely to take much longer to receive and require extra processing time for DDOA staff. First-time grantees: will receive instructions on how to register electronically as an individual (not a business) in the State of Delaware’s eSupplier Portal.
*If you’re an individual, your Tax Identification Number is your Social Security Number Past grantees : will receive instructions for checking and updating their eSupplier record. Questions about eSupplier? Please contact: Division of Accounting by email at FSF_Supplier_Maintenance@delaware.
gov or by phone at (302) 526-5600. Grantees will be notified of awards via email, and payments will be issued according to the payment schedule issued with the award notice. Grantees may opt to receive payments electronically through ACH (recommended) by updating their information on Delaware’s eSupplier Portal .
Payments via ACH and paper check are always free . However, the Division strongly encourages grantees to use electronic/ACH deposit. Mailed checks are unreliable methods of payment and require additional processing time for Division staff.
Payments of General Operating Grants typically occur in two parts: First Payment: On or around September 30 Final Payment: On or around October 30 of the following year (conditional on submission of a completed final report by the deadline) The Statement of Assurances is the contract that all Division grantees must sign.
Grant applicants must indicate that they have read and agreed to the obligations of grant recipients, should a grant be awarded. Receipt of state and federal grants carries with it certain obligations and responsibilities.
By submitting a Division of the Arts grant application, applicants are affirming that they are familiar with the requirements of the Delaware Division of the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, as presented in the Division of the Arts Statement of Assurances , including but not limited to: Crediting the Division appropriately on all materials Keeping public arts events current on DelawareScene.
com Notifying the Division of any significant changes to the program or budget Providing complimentary tickets for use by on-site evaluators, if appropriate Compliance with Accessibility Requirements Submitting all required Final Reports Final Report: An annual final report describes how funds were spent over the most recently completed granting period.
The final report collects narrative, fiscal, and demographic information in keeping with DDOA and National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) requirements. Final Reports for FY2027 General Operating Support grants must be submitted through smARTDE by September 30, 2027. Failure to submit a final report on time may result in forfeiture of the final payment of the grant award and may impact future funding.
Arts Trust Fund recipients may also be required to submit a mid-year narrative report on professional development activities in the month of February. Cultural Data Profile* completed through the SMU DataArts portal (see more details below). The Division of the Arts continues to require the Cultural Data Profile (CDP) in Delaware.
The CDP is free and secure online tool found in the SMU DataArts portal which collects financial and programmatic data from nonprofit arts, culture, and humanities organizations so they can apply for grants, gather insights, use data to strengthen a case for support, and contribute to nationwide research. The amount of data required depends on your organization’s budget size.
The CDP is mandatory for all General Operating Support and StartUp organizations. Please go to the Division’s dedicated webpage to learn more about this requirement. The Division of the Arts was created by the Delaware General Assembly to serve as the principal mechanism for supporting the arts in Delaware.
Arts organizations seeking General Operating Support from the state are expected to apply for support through the Division. Some arts organizations also receive general operating support through other state mechanisms, including Grant-in-Aid. If those cases, arts organizations should inform the Division.
The Division will notify the Delaware Controller General’s Office and the General Assembly Joint Finance Committee of all organizations that apply to the Division for General Operating Support. You can use this interactive tool to search for Delaware Division of the Arts grants awarded to organizations and individuals from 1999 through today.
Arts organizations applying for General Operating Support may also be eligible for Arts Stabilization and Education Resource grants. A separate application is required for each grant program. Applicants considering Arts Stabilization and/or Education Resource grants should contact the appropriate Division staff person in advance to determine eligibility of the proposed project.
All applications are available at smARTDE . FY27 General Operating Support Grant Guidelines Late applications will not be accepted Funding awarded in the FY2027 grant cycle must be spent on activities that occur between September 1, 2026 and August 31, 2027. Arts and cultural events and opportunities right at your fingertips!
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Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
Narrative addressing current year (September-August) and upcoming year's programming
Artistic quality of product, process, and/or service
Availability and service to the community, including diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
Management and any significant organizational changes
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Non‑profit Delaware organizations whose primary mission is the promotion, production, presentation, or teaching of the arts. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies (state operating support) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 2, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Delaware Division of the Arts – Project Support is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts (State of Delaware). Funding for arts programs by community‑based organizations whose primary mission is not the arts; again mostly arts‑focused, not religious if religion is primary. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Project Support Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast Project Support grants assist in the growth of a vibrant cultural environment by supporting increased access to high-quality arts activities presented by community-based organizations throughout the state. Grant requests may be up to 30 percent of the direct cash expenses for the artistic portion with an average awarded amount range of $2,000 to $10,000. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> To be eligible for Project Support as a community-based organization, you must Be either a Delaware-based nonprofit organization whose primary mission is not the arts OR be an established unit of municipal, county, or state government within Delaware: This includes organizations such as libraries, civic groups, community/senior centers, and university/college non-credit programs intended to serve the community Organizations must have a stable, functioning board of directors that meets at least quarterly Organizations must be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. AND be proposing an arts project with more than $5,000 in estimated eligible direct cash expenses. Project Support funding is available for arts projects that accomplish one or more of the following requirements: Provide opportunities for expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion in arts programming and participation Provide experiences of artistic vitality and relevance for the public Involve collaborations between artists or arts organizations and community and civic groups, government entities, schools, or social service agencies Reach audiences and participants with limited access to the arts or to a particular art form Support arts programs in new or non-traditional venues Provide opportunities for artistic expression of a community’s unique history, culture, or circumstances Offer opportunities for the creation of new works of art Provide opportunities for conservation, documentation, and appreciation of the artistic traditions of diverse cultures and communities Please note the following restrictions: No single applicant may apply for more than three projects. The combined total grant request of all three project applications submitted must be less than $75,000. The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents. Applicants generally may not receive support from both Project Support and Arts Access within the same fiscal year. No individual may compile or submit an application Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Non‑profit Delaware community‑based organizations. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Delaware Division of the Arts – Education Resource Grant is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts (State of Delaware). Supports standards‑based arts education projects. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Education Resource Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast Education Resource Grants Education Resource grants assist in the facilitation of partnerships between Delaware’s schools, arts organizations, and artists in providing standards-based arts learning experiences for Pre K-12 students statewide. Education Resource projects focus on ways that Delaware arts organizations can serve as resources to Delaware schools before, during, and after the school day. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> The following organizations are eligible to apply for Education Resource funding: Nonprofit arts organizations with a commitment to arts learning, based and chartered in Delaware, that are eligible to apply for General Operating Support Delaware public schools with an established arts curriculum and staff, Pre-K through 12 Delaware public school districts and/or consortia of public schools with an established arts curriculum and staff, Pre-K through 12 Please note the following restrictions: Only one Education Resource application from an arts organization or school as the lead applicant will be accepted each year. Education resource grants may not be used to meet compliance with state regulations/mandates. Education Resource projects are intended to augment, not supplant, existing arts programs in the school. Applicant school programs and practices must be in compliance with state arts education regulations and mandates and aligned to the Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts . The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents. No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff. Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts The Delaware Department of Education has produced three video webinars to serve as a resource for understanding the arts standards and ways to align curriculum to them. Applicants may request up to 30% of the direct cash expenses of their project, up to a maximum of $15,000. Grants may be awarded for less than the requested amount and some projects may not be funded. Prior funding does not guarantee future funding. All Education Resource grants are funded on a matching basis. Matching funds (1:1) must be cash and may not come from the National Endowment for the Arts. Other federal grant sources may be used as match in accordance with authorizing legislation. The Division of the Arts has established three goals for Education Resource grants: Strengthen school-based Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Up to $15,000 (max 30% of direct cash expenses); eligibility guidance Delaware arts organizations, schools. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Delaware Division of the Arts – StartUp Program is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts (State of Delaware). Support, training, and funding to build capacity of emerging arts nonprofits. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: StartUp Program Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast The StartUp Program develops and strengthens the management capacity of emerging arts organizations (or those applying for an annual DDOA grant for the first time) while providing modest support for operating expenses. The StartUp Program serves as the gateway for arts organizations that want to enter into the Division’s General Operating Support grant program. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> Newly formed arts organizations, or organizations that are applying to DDOA for the first time or have had a lapse in GOS funding , must successfully complete the DDOA StartUp program for emerging arts organizations before applying for GOS, Education Resource, or Arts Stabilization Fund grants. To be eligible for StartUp, applicants must: Have the promotion, presentation, production, and/or teaching of the arts as their primary purpose as outlined in their charter, incorporation papers, bylaws, and IRS nonprofit determination letter Have a stable, functioning board of directors that meets at least quarterly Be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 Have been providing continuous public arts programming for at least two years at the time of application Have total operating income of more than $16,000 for the last completed fiscal year Submit a Letter of Intent Form through smARTDE no later than January 15 , and receive approval to apply. It is strongly advised that new applicants contact the Division prior to submitting a Letter of Intent Form Please note the following restrictions: The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff Board Support: Since this program requires the full engagement of the board, organizations wishing to apply for StartUp Program support are expected to review the StartUp program guidelines at a board meeting and submit a copy of the complete meeting minutes including the discussion and affirmative vote to participate in the program. StartUp Program funding consists of operating support up to $2,500 and a program of training classes and consulting Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Emerging arts organizations in Delaware. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Delaware Division of the Arts – Project Support (CBOs) is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts. Supports arts programs by community‑based organizations; human services agencies offering arts integration may apply. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Project Support Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast Project Support grants assist in the growth of a vibrant cultural environment by supporting increased access to high-quality arts activities presented by community-based organizations throughout the state. Grant requests may be up to 30 percent of the direct cash expenses for the artistic portion with an average awarded amount range of $2,000 to $10,000. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> To be eligible for Project Support as a community-based organization, you must Be either a Delaware-based nonprofit organization whose primary mission is not the arts OR be an established unit of municipal, county, or state government within Delaware: This includes organizations such as libraries, civic groups, community/senior centers, and university/college non-credit programs intended to serve the community Organizations must have a stable, functioning board of directors that meets at least quarterly Organizations must be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. AND be proposing an arts project with more than $5,000 in estimated eligible direct cash expenses. Project Support funding is available for arts projects that accomplish one or more of the following requirements: Provide opportunities for expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion in arts programming and participation Provide experiences of artistic vitality and relevance for the public Involve collaborations between artists or arts organizations and community and civic groups, government entities, schools, or social service agencies Reach audiences and participants with limited access to the arts or to a particular art form Support arts programs in new or non-traditional venues Provide opportunities for artistic expression of a community’s unique history, culture, or circumstances Offer opportunities for the creation of new works of art Provide opportunities for conservation, documentation, and appreciation of the artistic traditions of diverse cultures and communities Please note the following restrictions: No single applicant may apply for more than three projects. The combined total grant request of all three project applications submitted must be less than $75,000. The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents. Applicants generally may not receive support from both Project Support and Arts Access within the same fiscal year. No individual may compile or submit an application Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, colleges/universities, government entities in Delaware serving communities Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Delaware Division of the Arts – Education Resource (CBOs) is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts. Strengthens arts education activities—may support human services organizations with educational arts components. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Education Resource Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast Education Resource Grants Education Resource grants assist in the facilitation of partnerships between Delaware’s schools, arts organizations, and artists in providing standards-based arts learning experiences for Pre K-12 students statewide. Education Resource projects focus on ways that Delaware arts organizations can serve as resources to Delaware schools before, during, and after the school day. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> The following organizations are eligible to apply for Education Resource funding: Nonprofit arts organizations with a commitment to arts learning, based and chartered in Delaware, that are eligible to apply for General Operating Support Delaware public schools with an established arts curriculum and staff, Pre-K through 12 Delaware public school districts and/or consortia of public schools with an established arts curriculum and staff, Pre-K through 12 Please note the following restrictions: Only one Education Resource application from an arts organization or school as the lead applicant will be accepted each year. Education resource grants may not be used to meet compliance with state regulations/mandates. Education Resource projects are intended to augment, not supplant, existing arts programs in the school. Applicant school programs and practices must be in compliance with state arts education regulations and mandates and aligned to the Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts . The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents. No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff. Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts The Delaware Department of Education has produced three video webinars to serve as a resource for understanding the arts standards and ways to align curriculum to them. Applicants may request up to 30% of the direct cash expenses of their project, up to a maximum of $15,000. Grants may be awarded for less than the requested amount and some projects may not be funded. Prior funding does not guarantee future funding. All Education Resource grants are funded on a matching basis. Matching funds (1:1) must be cash and may not come from the National Endowment for the Arts. Other federal grant sources may be used as match in accordance with authorizing legislation. The Division of the Arts has established three goals for Education Resource grants: Strengthen school-based Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, colleges/universities, government entities in Delaware Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Creative Aging (Delaware Division of the Arts) is sponsored by Delaware Division of the Arts. Grants to support creative aging programs engaging adults 55+ in creative process with a professional artist (including performing arts). Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Creative Aging Grants - Delaware Division of the Arts - State of Delaware Grants for Arts Organizations Grants for Community-Based Organizations Logos & Funding Acknowledgment Delaware State of the Arts Podcast The Delaware Division of the Arts provides funding to support creative aging programs that actively engage 55+ adults in the creative process with a professional artist. Step 1: Read the Guidelines >>> Step 2: Submit Your Application >>> To be eligible for Access Creative Aging as a library or senior center, you must: Be an established unit of municipal, county, or state government within Delaware, OR be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 Note to First-time applicants (excluding public libraries): A copy of your State of Delaware Certificate of Incorporation and IRS Nonprofit Determination Letter must be submitted with your first application Be committed to or have a strong interest in arts learning for 55+ adults Be trained as a hosting organization through the Delaware Division of the Arts Please note the following restrictions: An Access Creative Aging grant budget has been established, and grants will only be available for the programming year until funding has been depleted. The Division will not accept applications through fiscal agents. No individual may compile or submit an application on behalf of an organization if that individual is a member or relative of a member of the Delaware State Arts Council or Division staff. Eligible organizations may request funding to fully support creative aging programs that actively engage 55+ adults in the creative process utilizing the visual, literary, or performing arts. The programs are to be led by teaching artists trained in creative aging who are current members of the Delaware Artist Roster . Creative aging programs are presented as sequential learning over the course of eight (8) weeks and include a culminating event. The weekly classes are 60-120 minutes in length and may accommodate up to fifteen (15) participants. Access Creative Aging programs accomplish one or more of the following: Provide opportunities for learning and creative expression Promote good physical and cognitive health Improve emotional well-being Access Creative Aging programs must be sequential learning experiences totaling eight (8) class meetings typically scheduled over the course of eight (8) weeks and include a corresponding culminating event, such as a performance, exhibit, or presentation, open Application snapshot: target deadline April 1, 2026; published funding information Varies (grants to support programs); eligibility guidance Individual artists (Delaware residents, age 18+, not students) or organizations administering programs. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.