Emerging Artist Grants
Application Period
09/30/2025 - 11/20/2025
11:59 p.m. ET
Funding
Up to $1,800
Matching Requirement
None
- Open
All Grants
Grants ensure that all our citizens have access to the many enjoyments of the arts. Artists are able to commit to their chosen crafts and thrive artistically. SC students benefit from a well-rounded education that includes arts and creativity.
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Arts Project Support Grants
Application Period
07/07/2025 - 03/02/2026
11:59 p.m. ET
Apply at least five (5) weeks before grant-funded activities begin or purchases are made.
Funding
Up to $2,500 within a fiscal year
Matching Requirement
1:2 for artists, 1:1 for organizations
- Open
Artists’ Business Initiative Grants
Application Period
10/21/2025 - 12/18/2025
This is an Intent to Apply deadline. More details in “Deadlines & Grant Period” section.
Funding
Up to $5,000
Matching Requirement
1:2 (grantee:SCAC)
- Opening Soon
Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Initiative Grants
Application Period
04/01/2026 - 05/08/2026
Dates tentative. Please read program update in the “About This Grant” section.
Funding
TBA
Matching Requirement
None
- Future
Individual Artist Fellowships
Application Period
10/09/2024 - 02/11/2025
11: 59 p.m. ET
Funding
$10,000
Matching Requirement
None
- Closed