Grants and opportunities from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts are a public investment in the cultural life of our state. Each competitive grant and opportunity category is designed to meet an important purpose and need, and aligns with our current Strategic Plan.
Before applying for a grant or opportunity, it is very important to learn about the requirements and obligations of a grantee and read over the guidelines carefully. Click here for a list of Grant Basics, where you'll find information on how the grant application process works, grantee responsibilities, a glossary of grant terms, frequently asked questions, information on grants workshops, some grant writing tips, as well as information on setting up a nonprofit organization.
Arts grants and opportunities impact our communities in many ways, helping to promote a lively economy and enhance the quality of life in communities. To learn about previously funded arts grants and the impact they have in New Hampshire, please click here.
Please click here for a complete listing of current grant and opportunity categories and links to guidelines.
Questions about the online application system should be directed to Cassandra Mason at cassandra.a.mason@dncr.nh.gov or 603-271-7926.
Each year artists interested in schools and communities may apply to be included in the New Hampshire Arts Education (AE) Roster of Teaching Artists. Applications are reviewed by a panel for artistic quality and the ability of the artist to share their artistic process with others in educational settings. The Roster is published online on the Arts Council's website at www.NH.gov/NHArts.
The guidelines and recommendation form for this program can be found here.
The deadline for this application is rolling.
The Arts in Health Artist Directory is a resource for organizations in search of artists who are experienced and skilled in leading projects that deliver health and healing benefits within a variety of health care settings, or in leading public health-focused work in partnership with health-based entities and professionals. Artists may apply to either the Health & Healing Track or the Public Health Track, or they may submit separate applications to both. Performing, literary, media and visual artists are eligible to apply.
Guidelines for this program can be found here.
Deadline is rolling.
The Traditional Arts & Folklife Listing is a directory of traditional artists, community scholars, and folklorists who are available for performances, demonstrations, workshops, and other community-based presentations in New Hampshire. The Traditional Arts and Folklife Listing is a resource for arts organizations, museums, community groups, schools, and other groups that want to include traditional arts and artists in their programs and for artists who wish to present their traditions in community settings. The Listing provides information about the artist, their traditional art form, and types of presentations offered.
Full application guidelines can be found here.
Applications for this Listing are reviewed on a rolling basis.
This grant category recognizes the importance of the creative workforce to New Hampshire’s economy. Artist Entrepreneurial Grants support opportunities that will benefit artists’ careers and small businesses, including the development of business skills, participation in programs to raise the level and quality of their art, and participation in programs that will bring their art to the widest possible markets.
Full guidelines and downloadable budget forms for this program are available here.
The next deadline for this category is 11:59 pm Friday, August 2, 2024
Folklife and Traditional Arts Project Grants support projects that focus on presenting and preserving folklife and traditional arts in New Hampshire. The goals of this funding category are to promote a deeper appreciation for and a better understanding of folklife and traditional arts so that they continue to be a meaningful and visible part of our community life, support traditional artists and cultural communities so that they can continue to preserve these living traditions, and sustain the variety of folklife and traditional arts so that future generations may continue to benefit from them.
Full guidelines and downloadable budget forms for this program are available here.
The deadline for this application is 11:59 pm Friday, June 28, 2024 (for projects occurring between December 1, 2024 and November 30, 2025). The deadline has been extended to 11:59 pm Friday, July 5, 2024.
This final report form should be used for Artist Entrepreneurial grants only.
FY2024 are due no later than 11:59 PM July 31, 2024.
FY2025 are due no later than 11:59 PM July 31, 2025.
FY2026 are due no later than 11:59 PM July 31, 2026.
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make you ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
This final report form should be used for all State Arts Council grants except Public Value Partnerships, Traditional Arts Apprenticeships and Artist Entrepreneurial Grants.
Final reports are due no later than 30 days after the end of the State Fiscal Year (June 30) in which the grant was awarded.
July 31, 2024: Artist Residencies (AIR) | Youth Art Projects (YAP)
November 30, 2024: Arts in Health (AIH) | Arts for Community Engagement (ACE) | Traditional Arts Project Grants |ARTS Conservation License Plates (Mooseplates)
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
This final report form should be used for all State Arts Council grants except Public Value Partnerships, Traditional Arts Apprenticeships and Artist Entrepreneurial Grants.
Final reports are due no later than 30 days after the end of the State Fiscal Year (June 30) in which the grant was awarded.
July 31, 2025: Youth Art Projects (YAP)
October 31, 2025: Artist Residencies (AIR) | Organizational Capacity November 30, 2025: Arts in Health (AIH) December 31, 2025: Arts for Community Engagement (ACE) | Traditional Arts Project Grants |ARTS Conservation License Plates (Mooseplates)
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
This final report form should be used for Traditional Arts Apprenticeship grants only.
FY2024 Final Reports are due no later than 11:59 pm October 31, 2024
FY2025 final reports are due no later than 11:59 pm October 31, 2025
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
This Interim Report form should be used by all Public Value Partnership grantees.
FY2024 Interim Reports are due no later than 11:59 pm July 31, 2024 - if you need an extension, please contact the Grant Coordinator.
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
FY2025 Final Reports are due no later than 11:59 pm July 31, 2025.
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.
FY2021 Final Reports are due no later than 11:59 pm January 31, 2022
Extensions may be requested for up to 90 days. Requests must be submitted in writing to the appropriate grant program coordinator before the deadline for filing has passed. Failure to submit this report by the original or extended due date will make your organization ineligible to apply for any type of State Arts Council grant for two years from the due date of report.