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Theatre Grants is sponsored by The Shubert Foundation. The Shubert Foundation provides unrestricted general operating support grants to not-for-profit professional theatre companies in the U.S. The foundation focuses on organizations with a proven track record in artistic and administrative excellence, a history of fiscal responsibility, and a record of developing and producing new work.
Grants are awarded based on an assessment of each organization's operations and its contribution to the field.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: US organizations with current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, a minimum annual budget of $150,000 (with some exceptions for those under $750,000), and a demonstrated record of artistic and administrative excellence, fiscal responsibility, and developing new work. Not for project-specific requests, individuals, or fiscally sponsored organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows starts at $15,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Theatre Grants are due December 3, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Theatre Grants is funded by The Shubert Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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