Reporting on the impact of previous grants is not merely a bureaucratic requirement; it is a vital component of the grant lifecycle that can significantly influence future funding opportunities. When organizations take the time to articulate the outcomes of their funded projects, they provide evidence of their effectiveness and accountability. This … [Read more...] about How to Report on Previous Grant Impact to Secure Future Funding
Latest Grants for Design
The latest and upcoming grants, awards, fellowships, and other opportunities and resources in the area of Design for nonprofits, businesses, institutions, and individuals in the United States.
How to Use Visuals to Showcase Impact in Grant Applications
In the competitive landscape of grant applications, visuals play a pivotal role in capturing the attention of reviewers and conveying complex information succinctly. A well-crafted visual can communicate ideas that might take paragraphs of text to explain, making it an essential tool for any applicant. Visuals not only enhance the aesthetic appeal … [Read more...] about How to Use Visuals to Showcase Impact in Grant Applications
How to Demonstrate Tangible Impact in Grant Proposals for US Nonprofits
To successfully secure funding, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of the grantor's priorities. Each funding organization has its own mission, vision, and set of values that guide its decision-making process. Begin by thoroughly researching the grantor’s past funding initiatives, their target populations, and the specific issues they aim to … [Read more...] about How to Demonstrate Tangible Impact in Grant Proposals for US Nonprofits
Demonstrating Tangible Impact in Nonprofit Grant Proposals
In the competitive landscape of nonprofit funding, demonstrating tangible impact is crucial for securing grants. Funders are increasingly looking for evidence that their investments will lead to meaningful change. This means that nonprofits must go beyond simply outlining their mission and activities; they need to present a compelling narrative … [Read more...] about Demonstrating Tangible Impact in Nonprofit Grant Proposals
Incorporating Visuals to Showcase Nonprofit Impact
In the realm of nonprofit organizations, the ability to convey a message effectively can significantly influence the level of support and engagement received. Visuals play a crucial role in this communication process, as they can evoke emotions, clarify complex information, and create memorable impressions. Research has shown that people are more … [Read more...] about Incorporating Visuals to Showcase Nonprofit Impact
NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship – New York
The NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship is an $8,000 unrestricted cash grant available to artists living in New York State and/or one of the Tribal Nations located therein. Donor Name: New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Fellowship Deadline: 12/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to … [Read more...] about NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship – New York
2025-2026 Creative Youth Workforce Development Grant (California)
The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture (OAC) is launching its 2025-26 Creative Youth Workforce Development Grants Donor Name: City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture State: California City: Sacramento Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 01/10/2025 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 … [Read more...] about 2025-2026 Creative Youth Workforce Development Grant (California)
Applications open for Ivory Prize 2025
The Ivory Prize is an annual award recognizing ambitious, feasible, and scalable solutions to housing affordability. Donor Name: Ivory Innovations State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: 12/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about Applications open for Ivory Prize 2025
Applications open for Arts Access Grant – Tennessee
The Arts Access Grant (AA) category offers direct support for arts projects which focus on increasing access to underserved and underrepresented populations which may include ethnic groups, people with disabilities, people age 60 years and older, and active duty military/veterans and their families. Donor Name: Tennessee Arts … [Read more...] about Applications open for Arts Access Grant – Tennessee
Rural Arts Project Support Grant Program (Tennessee)
The Rural Arts Project Support Grant Program supports arts projects and activities across all disciplines that focus on community vitality and engagement in rural counties. Donor Name: Tennessee Arts Commission State: Tennessee County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 01/13/2025 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to … [Read more...] about Rural Arts Project Support Grant Program (Tennessee)
Grants for Career Technical Education in California
The Gilroy Foundation is accepting applications for its 2025 Richard Hayes "Career Technical Education" Grant. Donor Name: Gilroy Foundation State: California County: Santa Clara County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 12/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about Grants for Career Technical Education in California
Grants for Charging and Refueling Infrastructure for Transport in California
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $30 million in grant funds for projects that will design, construct, and operate publicly available medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) hydrogen refueling and/or charging infrastructure along designated corridors in … [Read more...] about Grants for Charging and Refueling Infrastructure for Transport in California
New York: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is accepting applications for its Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo State: New York County: Allegany County (NY), Cattaraugus County (NY), Chautauqua County (NY), Erie County (NY), Genesee County (NY), Niagara County (NY), Orleans County … [Read more...] about New York: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds
Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant
The Michigan Coastal Management Program (MCMP) in the Water Resources Division of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) provides grant funds through the Michigan Coastal Management Program (MCMP) to assist in the development of vibrant and resilient coastal communities through the protection and restoration of the … [Read more...] about Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant
2025 Lake Tahoe License Plate Program (Nevada)
The Nevada Division of State Lands is accepting applications for the Lake Tahoe License Plate grant program. Donor Name: Nevada Division of State Lands State: Nevada Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 11/08/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding … [Read more...] about 2025 Lake Tahoe License Plate Program (Nevada)
Applications open for 2025 Artist Trust Fellowship Awards – Washington
Artist Trust Fellowship Awards are merit-based awards of $10,000 to practicing professional artists of exceptional talent and ability residing in Washington State. Donor Name: Artist Trust State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Fellowship Deadline: 11/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: … [Read more...] about Applications open for 2025 Artist Trust Fellowship Awards – Washington
2026 Fellowships for South Carolina’s Exceptional Individual Artists
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is accepting applications for the Individual Artist Fellowships to recognize and reward the artistic achievements of South Carolina’s exceptional individual artists. Donor Name: South Carolina Arts Commission State: South Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Fellowship Deadline: … [Read more...] about 2026 Fellowships for South Carolina’s Exceptional Individual Artists
City of New Braunfels Arts & Heritage Grants in Texas
The City of New Braunfels is accepting applications from tax-exempt, non-profit arts and heritage organizations for funds collected through the local Hotel Occupancy Tax. Donor Name: City of New Braunfels State: Texas City: New Braunfels Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: … [Read more...] about City of New Braunfels Arts & Heritage Grants in Texas
Boulder County Circular Economy Funding 2025 (Colorado)
The Circular Economy Funding Program funds to local groups seeking to advance the Circular Economy and make a real impact on climate change through innovative and progressive projects that enhance resource conservation and foster circularity in Boulder County. Donor Name: Boulder County State: Colorado County: Boulder County (CO), … [Read more...] about Boulder County Circular Economy Funding 2025 (Colorado)
Arts and History Re-Grant Program (New Jersey)
The Cumberland County Cultural & Heritage Commission is inviting applicants for its Arts and History Re-Grant Program. Donor Name: Cumberland County Cultural & Heritage Commission State: New Jersey County: Cumberland County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/11/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 … [Read more...] about Arts and History Re-Grant Program (New Jersey)
Artists’ Business Initiative Grants (South Carolina)
Artists' Business Initiative grants encourage and enable the creation, expansion, or modification of artist-driven, arts-based business initiatives that will provide career satisfaction and sustainability for South Carolina artists. Donor Name: South Carolina Arts Commission State: South Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Artists’ Business Initiative Grants (South Carolina)
Grants for Creative Individuals in Massachusetts
The Mass Cultural Council is seeking applications for its Grants for Creative Individuals. Donor Name: Mass Cultural Council State: Massachusetts County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $5,000 Grant Duration: 1 year Details: The Grants for Creative Individuals Program … [Read more...] about Grants for Creative Individuals in Massachusetts
Opera Grants for Women Composers: Discovery Grants 2024-2025
Opera Grants for Women Composers: Discovery Grants support the development of new operas by women composers, advancing the important objective to increase gender parity and diversity across the field. Donor Name: OPERA America State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: … [Read more...] about Opera Grants for Women Composers: Discovery Grants 2024-2025
Grants to support Artists and Arts Organizations in South Carolina
The Arts Project Support Grants is designed to support artists’ and organizations’ quality arts projects, marketing, and events and/or their commitment to improving themselves and/or their work artistically. Donor Name: South Carolina Arts Commission State: South Carolina County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: … [Read more...] about Grants to support Artists and Arts Organizations in South Carolina
South Carolina: Libraries Engagement Grants
The Libraries Engagement Grant is to support library-led public engagement projects that stimulate partnerships between libraries and artists or arts organizations and encourage communities to participate in artistic and cultural activities. Donor Name: South Carolina Arts Commission State: South Carolina County: Selected Counties Type … [Read more...] about South Carolina: Libraries Engagement Grants
