South Carolina Arts Commission

Festivals Program Grants

Grant Information


Application Deadline
11/15/2023


Purpose
To support community-based festivals in S.C. that increase public engagement and participation in arts and culture


Who's Eligible
Most S.C. nonprofit organizations (arts & non-arts), colleges and universities, and units of government


Funding
Up to $7,500


Grant Period
January 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024


Matching Requirement
1:1 (grantee:SCAC)

About This Grant

Purpose

To provide support for a broad range of arts activities at festivals that take place in—and have an impact on—S.C. communities, increasing opportunities for public engagement and participation in arts and culture.

Please Note

Grant guidelines are subject to change until application opens.

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 FAQbefore you begin working in the system.

After You Apply

I’m Here to Help!

  • If you are seeking advisement before submitting an application, please contact Arts Industry Director La Ruchala Murphy (803.734.8762 | lmurphy@arts.sc.gov).
  • 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

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