JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture is sponsored by The Japan Foundation, New York. This program supports non-profit organizations in the U. S.

(specifically in the 37 states east of the Rocky Mountains, plus Washington D. C.) that organize projects to further the understanding of Japanese arts and culture.

JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture – The Japan Foundation, New York JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture Proposal deadline Rolling Funding opportunity Institutional funding for U.S.-based institutions/organizations with 501(C)(3) status Funding Maximum $5,000 (average: US$2,000) The Japan Foundation, New York office (JFNY) accepts applications from non-profit organizations for projects that take place within the 37 states east of the Rocky Mountains, plus Washington D.

C. , listed below for the JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture on a rolling basis throughout the year. This grant aims to support projects that will further understanding of Japanese arts and culture.

Successful projects are granted up to $5,000. This grant also supports online projects related to Arts & Cultural Exchange such as virtual exhibitions, virtual performances, film streaming, online conference as well as webinar.

Priority will be given to those projects that have secured additional funding from sources other than the Japan Foundation, as well as projects that take place in areas where access to Japanese cultural events are relatively limited. *Please note, there is a separate JFNY Grant for Japanese Studies .

Northeast: CT, DE, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT South: AL, AR, DC, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV Midwest: IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI For online projects , applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must be received by JFNY at least 1 month prior to the project start date.

For in-person projects, and hybrid projects which include both in-person and online components , applications must be submitted at least 3 months prior to the project start date.

Printing costs of programs, leaflets, and catalogs Honoraria for artists and lecturers Domestic/international travel expenses for artists and lecturers, including per diem and accommodation expenses Shipping costs of films, exhibits and/or other materials related to the proposed event Online related costs (e.g. creating online contents, purchasing a domain, server fees, equipment rental fees, etc.) Note: JFNY only supports those services directly related to the grant project.

Screening rights fee of films Applicant should clearly indicate the items they wish to be covered by JFNY Grant funds in the budget proposal. Please note: The applicant should cover costs for any receptions, if applicable. The grant will be paid in the form of a reimbursement for preceding expenses, and the award money will be remitted upon receipt of the final report and the appropriate proofs of payments.

Only submission from U.S. organizations with 501(C)(3) status will be accepted Projects that take place within the 37 states east of the Rocky Mountains, plus DC, regardless of the location of the applicant organizations. For projects to be held in the other thirteen states, please contact the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles .

The purpose of the applicant’s project must be to nurture further understanding of Japanese arts and culture, or to produce U.S.-Japan collaborative projects, through performing arts, exhibitions, film screening, lectures, symposia, and other cultural events. If your proposed project seeks to increase understanding of Japan through an educational component, please consider our Education Grant.

Information for this grant program can be found here . The Japan Foundation is unable to accept multiple applications for the same project. If you are unsure to which program to apply, please contact us at NY_info@jpf.

go. jp . JFNY will not consider proposals from or for the following: Individuals and for-profit entities Projects that have already received funding through other Japan Foundation grants in the current fiscal year In principle, organizations that have received a JFNY Grant for Arts and Culture for three consecutive years, ending in the 2024-2025 fiscal year Japanese-language education programs.

Please contact the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles for Japanese-language education programs.

Martial arts, medical, technical, or scientific projects Projects that include political activities, religious activities, social welfare activities, and commercial activities Applications will be reviewed upon: Artistic quality of project Expected impact on the audience and the U.S. arts scene Strength of educational and community activities Organizational ability to carry through with the project Capacity to provide future continuity Applicants must submit the following materials: Complete application form .

Please use the JFNY budget sheet format in the attachment. Proof of 501(C)(3) status Biographies of principal individuals involved in the project The most recent annual report of the applicant’s organization The most recent financial statement (i.e. Profit/Loss Statement, Audit Report, etc. Please do not send tax forms.)

Visual/audiovisual materials (CDs, DVDs, photos) of artist’s works, if applicable Other relevant items may be included. Please submit your application to JFNYgrantartsandculture@jpf. go.

jp or to the address below. Attn: Arts and Culture Section – JFNY Grant Application The Japan Foundation, New York Successful applicants must submit a final report, due one month after the completion of the project, along with the appropriate proofs of payments. For further inquiries, please send to: JFNYgrantartsandculture@jpf.

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