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Fine Arts Initiative Grant FY 2026 is sponsored by Maryland State Department of Education. Supplemental funding to local education agencies in Maryland for fine arts (incl. visual art) education pre‑K‑12.
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Fine Arts Initiative Grant FY 2026 Office of Finance and Operations Office of Finance and Operations Information Technology Branch Facilities and Operations Branch Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs Pupil Transportation and Emergency Management Branch Office of Equity Assurance and Compliance Procurement and Contract Management Branch Office of School Facilities Fine Arts Initiative Grant FY 2026 The Fine Arts Initiative Program was established in Fiscal Year 2000 by the Maryland General Assembly for all local education agencies (LEAs) and is aligned with the Maryland State Standards for Fine Arts for grades prekindergarten-12.
The Fine Arts Initiative Grant funding supplements LEA funding and enables all students to achieve or exceed state standards in the arts (defined as dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual art). Applicants for funding must show alignment to COMAR 13A. 04.
16 Programs in Fine Arts. GRANT INFORMATION GUIDE (GIG) APPLICATION FOR PARTICIPATION When will the application be open? This Grant Information Guide (GIG) was released on May 15, 2025.
Application Submission Date Proposals are due no later than 5:00 pm on August 1, 2025. The total amount of funding available is up to $494,072. Estimated Number of Grants MSDE anticipates the awarding of up to 25 grants.
Customer Service Support Sessions Friday, May 16, 2025 - Session 1 Thursday, June 12, 2025 - Session 2 Monday, June 23, 2025 - Session 3 MSDE staff will also be available to provide technical assistance throughout the grant application process.
If you have questions about the application or the process, please contact: Director of Comprehensive Arts Education, Division of Instructional Programs Grant Information Guide (PDF) Application for Participation (PDF) Application for Participation (Zipped Word)
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Maryland local education agencies (LEAs). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows total pool up to $494,072 across ~25 grants. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Fine Arts Initiative Grant FY 2026 is funded by Maryland State Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maryland. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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