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NEA Grants for Arts Projects 2, FY 2026

National Endowment for the Arts · 2025NEA01GAP2

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Award Range

$10K – $150K

Total Program Funding

$30.0M

Expected Awards

1000

Deadline

July 17, 2025

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

NEA Grants for Arts Projects 2, FY 2026. National Endowment for the Arts. Program Guidelines and Application Instructions $10,000-$150,000 per award; $30,000,000 total program funding; ~1000 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments, Other Native American Tribal Organizations, State governments, County governments, City/township governments (+5 more)

Who Should NOT Apply

Organizations not matching the eligible applicant types listed above

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Cost sharing/matching required
•Deadline: 2025-07-17

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Budget for cost-sharing match. Demonstrate institutional commitment and matching funds clearly in your proposal.

Competitiveness: Moderate — many awards available but still competitive

What This Grant Funds

Program Guidelines and Application Instructions

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Federally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsOther Tribal OrganizationsState GovernmentsCounty GovernmentsCity/Township GovernmentsIndependent School DistrictsPublic Colleges & UniversitiesPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesSpecial District Governments501(c)(3) Nonprofits

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $10K
Maximum Award: $150K
Total Program Funding: $30.0M
Expected Number of Awards: 1000
Cost Sharing Required?: Yes
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: June 11, 2025

Application Deadline: July 17, 2025 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

NEA Web Manager webmgr@arts.gov

webmgr@arts.gov

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