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Supporting Arts Grant Program is sponsored by Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA), Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). This program provides grants to arts organizations or municipal arts departments in Connecticut for artistic programming and/or services. Artistic activities include, but are not limited to, music, theater, dance, painting, sculpture, literature, films, and allied arts and crafts.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arts organizations defined as 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations with the arts explicitly stated as a core mission, creating/performing/presenting/promoting artistic programming and/or services, and at least 51 percent of annual expenditures allocated to artistic programming. Must have primary place of business and operations in Connecticut, a designated Accessibility Coordinator, minimum annual operating expenses of $5,000, financial statements, and be registered in good standing with the CT Secretary of the State and CT Department of Consumer Protection as a Connecticut Charity. Municipal arts departments are also eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Supporting Arts Grant Program is funded by Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA), Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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