Fine Arts Initiative Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Funding Amount
US $1,000 - US $70,367
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Overview
The Fine Arts Initiative Grant, established by the Maryland General Assembly, aims to enhance arts education for prekindergarten-12 students in local education agencies. This program supports funding for dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual art, ensuring students meet or exceed state standards. With an anticipated 25 grants available, the initiative promotes alignment with COMAR 13A.04.16, focusing on comprehensive arts education and fostering creativity in Maryland's youth.
Purpose
The Fine Arts Initiative Program was established in Fiscal Year 2000 by the Maryland General Assembly for all local education agencies (LEAs) and is aligned with the Maryland State Standards for Fine Arts for grades prekindergarten-12.
The Fine Arts Initiative Grant funding supplements LEA funding and enables all students to achieve or exceed state standards in the arts (defined as dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual art). Applicants for funding must show alignment to COMAR 13A.04.16 Programs in Fine Arts.
Estimated Number of Grants
MSDE anticipates the awarding of up to 25 grants.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- K-12 schools
- Music education
- Arts
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