County grantWatauga County, NC

Artist Support Grants

Offered by North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

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Who can apply
Professional artists in any discipline and at any career stage, applying through their regional local arts council.
How much
$500 – $2,000Statewide, most grants are between $500 and $2,000; individual regional ranges vary from $200 to $3,000.
By when
Between roundsRecurring program. Next round not posted yet.Last round closed August 3, 2026. Deadlines vary by region, ranging from August 3, 2026 to October 15, 2026. The earliest deadline is August 3, 2026 (Watauga County Arts Council region).
Apply on the agency’s site

Checked Oct 19, 2026

About this grant

Artist Support Grants is a program funded by the NC Arts Council that provides project grants to individual artists through regional consortia of local arts councils. Grants support professional artists in any discipline at any career stage for projects such as creating new work, purchasing equipment, professional development, travel, and promotional materials. Statewide, most grants range from $500 to $2,000, though amounts vary by region.

Eligibility details

  • Notes: Professional artists in any discipline and at any stage in their careers. Applicants must apply through the designated local arts council for their region. Projects must be completed by December 31, 2026.
Individual

Topics

Arts, Culture & Heritage

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