State grantNorth Carolina
Emerging Artists Grant Program (EAP)
Offered by Durham Arts Council
Found automatically on durhamarts.org/eap. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Individual artists 18+ living in Chatham, Durham, Granville, Orange, or Person Counties, NC for at least a year.
- How much
- Amount not listed
- By when
- Due Jan 3Opens October 2, 2026Applications due January 3, 2027; notification of candidates in March 2027.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
About this grant
The Emerging Artists Program is a project grant that funds a pivotal project to advance an individual artist's career in any art form. It is administered by Durham Arts Council and funded by several foundations and partner counties. Applications for FY27 are open October 2, 2026 through January 3, 2027.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Open to individual artists (not ensembles or groups) practicing any art form. Must have resided in Chatham, Durham, Granville, Orange, or Person Counties, North Carolina for at least one year immediately prior to the application deadline. Must be at least 18 years old and not currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program in their art form at the time of the deadline.
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