Emerging Artist Grants
Grant Information
Application Deadline
11/01/2023
Purpose
To support the artistic and career development of emerging South Carolina artists
Who's Eligible
S.C. artists in the first 1-5 years of their careers
Funding
Up to $1,800
Grant Period
January 1-June 30, 2024
Matching Requirement
None
About This Grant
Purpose
This grant is designed to assist emerging artists in South Carolina through project grant funding as well as mentorship and professional support during the grant period.
The combination of funding and mentorship is intended to:
- deepen artistic practice
- encourage career growth
- foster artistic growth, relevance, and sustainability
- provide professional development and opportunities for collaboration
Learn more about the program and see current and recent emerging artists here.
Please Note
- Grant guidelines are subject to change until application opens.
- This grant is awarded twice per fiscal year. Applications are accepted in:
- fall for winter/spring projects
- winter/spring for fall projects
Terms
- “Emerging artists” are defined as those who are at an early stage in their career development (specifically, artists who are starting their careers and have been active for one to five years).
- Age is not a factor in determining an emerging artist.
- An “active” or “practicing” artist is one who is creating work regularly (i.e., more than a few times a year).
- The term “emerging” refers to professional accomplishments and recognition, not to stylistic evolution.
- An emerging artist is expected to have a limited performing, publishing, or exhibition record.
- Emerging artists may demonstrate potential in their practice through risk-taking and pushing their work in dynamic ways.
Applicant Coaching
There is an applicant coaching call via Zoom on Sept. 13, 2023 at 3 p.m. ET. Registration is required.
Register for the Applicant Coaching Call now!
How to Apply
Applications are accepted through our grants portal, which uses the Foundant platform.
New to Foundant? For frequently asked questions, registration instructions, and other helpful information, we highly recommend visiting the Grants Portal FAQ, before you begin working in the system.
Apply now
After You Apply
I’m Here to Help!
- If you are seeking advisement, please contact Artist Development Director Tanisha N. Brown (803.734.8043 | tbrown@arts.sc.gov) before submitting an application.
- If you have submitted an application, and/or you have a current grant, please contact the Grants Team (803.734.8695 | grants@arts.sc.gov).
Grants Coaching
We also highly recommend a visit to our Grants Coaching webpage, for
- category-specific information for grant applicants,
- topic sessions, and
- opportunities for one-on-one assistance.
Missed a group call or session? Look for the video link to access a recording of that presentation.