Artist Support Grant
Funding Amount
$500 - $1,500
Deadline
August 29, 2026
143 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Artist Support Grant
Funder: Tryon Fine Arts Center (serving as Polk County Arts Council) and North Carolina Arts Council, in collaboration with regional partners
Geographic Scope: Region 17 includes Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Polk, Rutherford, and Transylvania counties in North Carolina
Background: Established in 2020 to assist individual artists during the pandemic, the Artist Support Grant has become a vital resource for local creatives. In 2024, 21 recipients across the region received awards.
Eligible Applicants: Individual artists from the served communities (Region 17 counties)
Eligible Art Forms: Visual arts, literary arts, music, film, choreography, interdisciplinary arts, and more
Eligible Uses: Examples of funded projects include:
Requirements:
Award Amount: $500 - $1,500
Contact Information:
Additional Resources:
How to Apply
Application Process
Application Method: Google Form
Steps:
1. Access the application via the provided Google Form link on the TFAC website
2. Complete the online form with project details
3. Submit before the deadline
Required Information:
Submission Details:
Note: The Google Form proved effective and simplifies the application process compared to previous years.
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