Funding Amount
Theater tickets (award amount not specified)
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Rolling — applications accepted year-round
- Tracked since
- April 2026
From the program guidelines: “Application Window: Year-round”
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Nonprofit organizations in New Hanover and Pender counties
Overview
Program Overview:
Formerly known as "Broadway for a Better World," Hello Arts! provides theater experiences and associated benefits to underserved populations. The grant program awards twice a year (January and July), with applications accepted year-round.
Partner Organizations:
- The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
- The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County
Award Type: Theater tickets to Wilson Center performances
Geographic Scope: New Hanover and Pender counties
Target Population:
- Underserved populations
- Particularly young people under the age of eighteen
Eligibility
- Nonprofit organizations in New Hanover and Pender counties
Selection Process
Grant recipients are selected by an independent committee
Note: Previous applicants are welcome to apply again.
Contact Information
Address: 221 N. Front St., Suite 101, Wilmington, NC 28401
How to Apply
How to Apply
Application Window: Year-round
Award Schedule:
- First award cycle: January
- Second award cycle: July
Eligible Applicants:
- Nonprofit organizations in New Hanover and Pender counties
Application Process:
Specific application instructions not detailed in provided content. Contact the Arts Council for application procedures and forms.
What Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 16
- Total given
- $142K
- Median grant
- $10K
- Range
- $6,000–$10K
- By dollars: North Carolina 100%. Top recipient cities: Wilmington, NC.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 13% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Arts
- Nonprofits
- Youth programs
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