New York State Council on the Arts

Art Grant Program

Program Description

Funds are available under Article 3 of the Arts and Cultural Affairs Law for:

• The presentation of the performing and fine arts; • Surveys to encourage participation of the arts; • To encourage public interest in the cultural

heritage of the state, and • To promote tourism by supporting

arts and cultural projects.

Applicant Eligibility Requirements

The Council on the Arts awards grants to nonprofit organizations incorporated in New York State, Indian tribes, and units of local government.

The mission of the applicant or the lead applicant in a partnership must be primarily related to arts and culture.

The project must be a regional economic priority – for example, creates jobs; economic investment; sustainability and community revitalization, etc.

Applicant Eligibility Requirements

The minimum grant award is $50,000.

This is a MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM: the applicant may not apply for more than 50% of the project’s cost.

The match for the remaining 50% of the budget can be compromised of 25% in-kind support and 25% other revenue (NYSCA grants nor any other state revenue may be used as a revenue match).

Applicant Eligibility Requirements

The period of support is

Projects are NOT

Eligible for Funding

Capital & Re-Grant

Nov. 2012 - Oct. 2013

Project Cash Disbursement Methods

After the final payment, a reconciliation report is required

Any unspent funds will be returned to the New York State Council on the Arts.

Disbursement of Grants

Contact Information

For more information on the Council on the Arts Art Grant Program:

specialprojects@nysca.org