Grants for Practicing Artists in the United States

Examples include attendance at an artist residency, release time to create and exhibit a body of work, staging of performances, readings, or the creation of public art.

Funding Information

• The grant funds up to 75% of projected expenses. Maximum request is $1,100.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be a practicing artist.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
• Applicant must be a United States citizen, legal resident, or refugee, and be an Idaho resident for at least one year prior to the application deadline.
• Final reports for past Commission grants and awards must be submitted and approved.
• Applicant may receive one quarterly grant in a fiscal year.
• Fellowship, Traditional Arts Apprenticeship, and Writer in Residence recipients are not eligible for a quarterly grant during their award year or term.
• Artists working in collaborations must file one joint application whereby one person will be considered the primary applicant.
• Individuals who are currently enrolled in a degree or certificate-granting are not eligible.
• Activities may not begin until 3 weeks after the application deadline.

For more information, visit Idaho Commission on the Arts.