Foundation Annual Grants for Arts

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Deadline

April 23, 2026

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Grant Type

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Overview

Howie Awards

Funder: Howard County Arts Council

Geographic Scope: Howard County, Maryland

Overview: The Howie Awards are presented annually to recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the arts in Howard County. Awards honor creators, educators, and supporters of the arts.

Award Categories:

  • Outstanding Artist

  • Arts Educator

  • Community Supporter of the Arts (business or individual)
  • Awards Ceremony: October 25, 2026 (Celebration of the Arts in Howard County)

    Eligibility Restrictions:

  • Previous honorees are not eligible

  • Current members of the Howard County Arts Council Board of Directors are not eligible

  • Howie Committee members are not eligible
  • Nominator Benefit: Those who nominate a 2025 Howie Honoree will receive two complimentary tickets to the Celebration of the Arts

    Timeline: Honorees will be notified in writing no later than June 20, 2026

    Contact:

  • Mira Lamson Klein

  • dce@hocoarts.org

  • (410) 313-2787
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Visit hocoarts.org/celebration to access the online nomination form
    2. Complete the nomination form with details about your nominee
    3. Submit the nomination by the deadline

    Deadline: April 23, 2026 (extended from April 7, 2025)

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    Fields of Work

    arts

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