State grantTennessee
Arts Build Communities (ABC) Grants
Offered by Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville
Found automatically on knoxalliance.com/abc. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Nonprofits, government entities, and schools in East Tennessee with community arts projects.
- How much
- Up to $5,000Up to $5,000
- By when
- Due Jul 1, 2027Opens April 1, 2027Applications due July 1 at 11:59 PM (CT); applications open April 1
Checked Oct 23, 2026
About this grant
The Arts & Culture Alliance administers Arts Build Communities (ABC) grants on behalf of the Tennessee Arts Commission, providing up to $5,000 for community-focused arts projects in East Tennessee. The grants support projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life through the arts, or enhance the sustainability of cultural enterprises.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, government entities (public libraries, municipalities, public schools, etc.), and schools, colleges, or universities with projects that serve the broader community outside the classroom. Projects primarily serving enrolled students or internal audiences are not eligible. TAC Operating Support grantees (MCI, Partnership Support, Small Urban Partnership Support, and Small Rural Partnership Support) are not eligible in FY27.
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