Emerging Artists Application 2026 - 2027 Multidisciplinary Performing
Durham Arts Council
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- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Closes
- Jan 4, 2027 (in 94 days)
Amount
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Who can apply
Individuals can apply here. Check the eligibility details below to see if your organization fits.
Who is eligible to apply for a grant?. Individual artists practicing any art form are eligible to apply for a grant. Applicant must be an individual, but the individual may apply for a project involving other artists. Applicant must currently reside in Durham, Chatham, Orange, Granville or Person Counties, North Carolina and have resided there for at least one year immediately prior to the application deadline (since January 3, 2026). Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and cannot be currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate degree program at the time of the application deadline. Recipients of 2025-2026 Emerging Artists Grants may not apply for a 2026-2027 grant. Applications are due by 11:00 p.m., January 3, 2027. All portions of the application must be received by this dat...
About this opportunity
*To access the application, set up your account at the bottom of the page* What is the Emerging Artists Program? The Durham Arts Council's Emerging Artists Program (EAP) is a project grant program that provides financial support to developing OR established professionals by funding a project pivotal to the advancement of their careers as artists. Pivotal projects may happen at any stage of an artist's career. Emerging Artists Grants are intended to fund a project that will occur between April 1st, 2027 - March 31st, 2028. The Emerging Artists Program begins its 43rd year with this application cycle, FY2026-2027. Who is eligible to apply for a grant? Individual artists practicing any art form are eligible to apply for a grant. Applicant must be an individual, but the individual may apply fo...