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Support for qualified arts organizations headquartered & chartered in Tennessee.

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For Operations Occurring

FY28: July 1, 2027-May 15, 2028

Every effort should be made to complete spending and submit final evaluations by May 15th. For exceptions, please contact program director.

Application Dates & Deadlines

Application Opens: October 2026

Application Deadline: December 18, 2026 (NEW earlier deadline)

Eligible Applicants

501(c)3 arts organizations chartered in Tennessee

Must have a minimum three-year Tennessee Arts Commission funding history in the last five years

Minimum annual budget of $75,000 verified by IRS Form 990

Requires at least one full-time, paid administrator

No organization with a current fiscal deficit will be allowed to enter into this category.

Requires a formal request for entry to the Associate Director for Grants by October 30

Funding Requests

20% of their total annual cash operating expenses, not to exceed $100,000. This grant requires a dollar-for-dollar match. Note, if awarded, the organization will have to pay for expenses up front and get reimbursed after completing reporting requirements.

Grantee Reporting Requirements

Manage Annual Grants

Address: 320 6th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37219
Phone: 615-741-1701

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