ETC: Equipment Grant

ETC: Equipment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: ETC
Last Updated: January 29, 2026

Summary

The ETC Equipment Grant supports U.S.-based non-profit organizations, schools, and government entities by providing essential lighting technology. This initiative, part of ETC's Light the Way Program, aims to enhance training in performance arts through equipment grants. Recipients can choose from a variety of packages, including consoles and LED fixtures, tailored to their facility's needs. ETC also offers training for all awarded equipment, ensuring recipients maximize the impact of their grants.

Overview

Meet ETC Since its creation in 1975, ETC has grown into an international leader in events lighting technology. From control consoles and rigging hoists, to architectural lighting and fixtures, ETC provides the theatre and architectural industries with innovative solutions and products. Equipment Grant ETC’s Light the Way Program aims to support the next generation of lighting design and technology professionals by providing equipment grants to selected non-profit organizations. Each year, ETC reviews applications from programs and organizations that provide design or technical training in performance arts. ETC awards grants based on where our equipment can provide the most impact. To better match the equipment grant to your facility’s needs, ETC offers a number of package options that recipients may choose. Upon selection, ETC will inform recipients of the amount being awarded and equipment options from which to select. Package options include a range of gear, including consoles, LED spotlights, LED washlights, LED CYC fixtures, LED retrofit options, moving lights, and more. Options will be subject to availability. ETC will coordinate with grant recipients to provide training for all equipment included in the package.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To apply for an equipment grant, applicants must be based in the United States and meet one of the following:A 501(c)(3) non-profit residing in the United States. Accredited public or private school/university residing in the United States. Federal, state, or local government as defined in section 170 (c) of the IRS service code.