Carla B. Hughes Memorial Dance Grant
Erie Arts & Culture
Who can apply
Eligible use of grant funding is unrestricted, meaning the grantee can use the funds as they see fit.. Applicants must:. Applicants will be notified of funding decisions via email on August 31, 2026.
About this opportunity
Overview The Carla B. Hughes Memorial Dance Grant offers merit-based grants for Erie County dancers, instructors, and choreographers. This new program recognizes the immeasurable impact Ms. Hughes had on the Erie dance community. This inaugural cycle will award one $500 grant for dancers and one $1,000 grant for instructors and choreographers. Eligible use of grant funding is unrestricted, meaning the grantee can use the funds as they see fit. Applicants must: Be at least 18 years of age. Be a practicing dance/movement artist creating original work with a demonstrated commitment to advancing their professional creative career. Be a legal resident of Erie County. Questions? Please contact Casey Corritore, Capacity Building Lead, at casey@erieartsandculture.org | 814-452-3427 x 108. Applican...