Project Grant for Artists

Project Grant for Artists

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Nevada Arts Council (NAC)
Amount: Up to US $3,000
Last Updated: January 18, 2026

Summary

The FY26 Project Grant for Artists from the Nevada Arts Council supports individual artists in producing and presenting artistic projects, with funding up to $3,000. This grant aims to enhance economic vitality and cultural development in Nevada. Eligible projects include exhibitions, performances, and marketing activities. Applicants must be Nevada residents, U.S. citizens or legal residents, and at least 21 years old. The program fosters creativity and supports the artistic community in enriching lives across the state.

Overview

About Mission To ensure that arts and creativity will continue to grow and play an ever-increasing part in the economic vitality, cultural development, quality of life, and educational experience of the residents of the State of Nevada. Vision A Nevada in which arts and creativity are understood for how they enrich the lives of all residents, enhance the livability of our communities, and contribute to the state’s economic vitality. FY26 Project Grant for Artists Guidelines How The Program Works The Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Project Grant for Artists (PGA) from the Nevada Arts Council supports individual artists in the production and/or presentation of artistic projects. The PGA is awarded twice a year for projects that take place during a specified six-month period. Some components of the project including planning may occur outside of the 6-month grant cycle; however, the primary, grant-funded portion of the project must occur within the grant cycle. Examples of eligible projects include art exhibitions, performances, readings, concerts, the creation of art, portfolio creation, curation, and marketing/promotional activities related to an arts project. Grant Amount: Up to $3,000 (no match)

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants may only receive one Project Grant for Artists per fiscal year.Applicant requirements:Must be a current Nevada resident and have been in residence for at least one year prior to the date of the grant applicationMust provide proof of residency in the form of a Nevada driver’s license or ID renewed at least one year prior or other official document such as a utility bill, paystub, or lease dated at least one year prior with applicant’s name and address listed.Must be a U.S. citizen or have legal permanent resident statusMust be at least 21 years oldMust provide proof of age in the form of a driver’s license/ID or other official document such as a passport or birth certificate.Artists working in collaborations must file one joint application with one individual as the primary applicantExamples of eligible projects include:art exhibitionsperformancesreadingsconcertsthe creation of artportfolio creationmarketing/promotional activities related to an arts project. Funds may be used for relevant project expenses including: artist fees (to applicant artist and any collaborating artists) facility costs such as space rental, production costs/materialsmarketing and promotiontravelcontracted services.

Ineligibility

Applicants must not be enrolled as degree-seeking student.Applicants must not be currently incarceratedApplicants must not be a current Nevada Arts Council staff member, board member, or immediate family member or individual sharing the household of current staff or board member.PGA funds may NOT be used for:Attending classes/workshopsTeaching classes/workshops (funds to support individual teaching artist residencies are only available through the Arts Learning Express Grant to artists on the Nevada Arts Council Teaching Artist Roster)Curating another artist’s exhibition or artistic workExpenses outside the 6-month cyclePurchase of permanent equipment that exceeds $500General Funding RestrictionsNon-allowable costs include: Any portion of a project that duplicates costs in grants pending with, or received directly from, the National Endowment for the Arts Any portion of the same project in multiple grant applicationsAny portion of completed projectsAnything specifically forbidden by Nevada state law or federal lawCapital expenditures for land or general-purpose equipment with a cost over $2,500Cash prizesCompetition awardsFees for filing for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue ServiceFines, penalties, or debt collection costsTravel outside Canada, Mexico, the United States, and its territories and possessionsFundraising efforts or the money spent in order to raise additional funds (such as social events and benefits)Hospitality or entertainment expenses (including food, beverages and gratuities for openings, receptions, parties or other hospitality functions)Journalism, historical or academic documentary film, and electronic media arts that do NOT demonstrate significant artistic emphasis, consideration, and distinction Legal fees or litigation costs Lobbying expensesContent of a prurient nature (See NRS 201.235)Preparation for, or travel to, competitions(except for Poetry Out Loud participants)Projects with implicit religious content that may be perceived as advancing a religious purposePublication subvention Reduction of debt including interest expenses paid on loans, debts, or borrowed capitalRenovation, remodeling, restoration, or new constructionReserve funds Salaries and overhead of government agencies, public institutions, and public and private schools, colleges, and universitiesStudent scholarships for academic credit or awards for student work