Indigenous Theater Maker Award
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Geography
- Based in New York State (not including New York City) or Connecticut, demonstrating excellence in their craft and a com
Other requirements
- _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's [website](https://dramatistsguildfoundation.submittable.com/submit)._
Overview
Indigenous Theater Maker Award
The Dramatists Guild Foundation is thrilled to announce the opening of submissions for the Indigenous Theater-maker Award, a prestigious grant of $20,000 dedicated to honoring and supporting the outstanding work and unwavering commitment of Indigenous theater-makers in New York State and Connecticut.
About the Award
The Indigenous Theater-maker Award is a testament to DGF's long-term commitment as allies, advocates, and investors in the inclusion and celebration of the voices of dramatists from Indigenous communities. This award specifically recognizes and uplifts the contributions of Indigenous theater-makers and theaters, acknowledging their stellar work and dedication to the preservation of Indigenous storytelling in the realm of theater.
Eligibility
_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._
- To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be Indigenous theater-makers based in New York State (not including New York City) or Connecticut, demonstrating excellence in their craft and a commitment to advancing the representation of Indigenous voices in the theatrical landscape.
What The Dramatists Guild Fund Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
The Dramatists Guild Fund Inc reported $26K in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2024, its most recent itemized filing.
- Grants in 2024
- 2
- Total given
- $17K
- Median grant
- $8,500
- Range
- $7,000–$10K
- By dollars: New York 100%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY.
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$10K
Untitled Musical Project Inc · New York, NY
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$7,000
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Native americans
- Arts
- Theater
- Performing arts
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