The Arts Council of Rockland (ACOR) established the Artists’ Support Fund to support individual Rockland County artists in sustaining their creative practice and/or developing new works of art. Grants are disbursed annually to artists selected through a review process. The 2026 Artists’ Support Fund application is now closed and 2026 awardees will be announced in April 2026.
The NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants (RFG) will provide grants to NYSCA-funded organizations to establish a reserve fund or build on an existing reserve fund.
Conceived by the New York State Council of the Arts (NYSCA) and in partnership with the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), this program is open to nonprofit arts organizations based in New York State who have received direct funding from NYSCA in the last three years, and have a current operating budget between $150,000 and $3 million. Individual grant amounts will be awarded in accordance with the applying organization’s operating budget, up to $50,000. Deadline to apply: May 5, 2026 @ 5 PM.
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) supports the nation’s arts sector with grant opportunities to help everyone live more artful lives. The NEA is the only arts funder in the United States—public or private—that provides access to the arts in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. jurisdictions. Each year, the NEA awards thousands of grants nationwide, including grants to first-time applicants. Access NEA grant opportunities HERE.
Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is an opportunity for high school students to develop and showcase musical compositions that could be a part of a musical theater production. Honoring the semiquincentennial of the United States of America, the 2025-26 Songwriting Challenge celebrates the nation’s rich artistic heritage and creativity by shining a spotlight on musical theater. A partnership with the National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT), this program invites young songwriters from every state across the country to submit songs celebrating the rich tapestry of American stories showcasing their unique voices, imaginations, and musical sensibilities to help shape the future of this uniquely American art form.
New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) upholds the right of all New Yorkers to experience the vital contributions the arts make to our communities, education, economic development and quality of life. The 2025 grant cycle for the following opportunities - Support for Organizations, Support for Artists, Targeted Opportunities, and Regrants and Services - is now closed. Check back in early 2026 for information regarding the 2027 grant cycle HERE.
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) empowers the creative community by providing critical support, resources, and opportunities. Each year, NYFA provides over $4 million in cash grants to individuals pursuing artistic excellence in all forms. Access NYFA grant opportunities HERE.