Grants are available for Helen Walker Performing Arts (US)

Deadline: 1-Sep-22

The Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) has launched The Helen Walker Performing Arts Fund Grant to support the performing arts throughout Alaska.

The Helen Walker Performing Arts Grant is a program of the Alaska Arts and Culture Foundation and is administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts.

Goals

Programs and grants address the following goals, based on the ASCA 2015-2020 Strategic Plan:

Build an Alaskan arts and culture sector for the future
Illustrate the value of the arts through arts-integrated approaches
Grow Alaska’s creative economy and develop the workforce of tomorrow
Enable all Alaskans to lead expressive lives
Strengthen ASCA’s role as a cultural policy leader in the state and locally

Funding Information

While awards average between $500 and $2,000, grants up to $5,000 may be requested

Eligible Projects

Presenting/touring presentations including: theater, dance, opera/musical theater, music, performances for young audiences, literary readings/storytelling, folk & traditional arts, and media arts. Funds can be used for any expenses directly related to the project.
Presentations specifically designed to attract new audiences, reach underserved populations (geographic, economic or individuals with disabilities) or underserved performing arts disciplines.
Participation in workshops, conferences and other professional development opportunities for performing arts organizations volunteer and/or paid staff.

Eligibility Criteria

Alaska nonprofit organizations with 501c3 status, in business for at least three years;
Units of government;
Tribal entities and schools if the project is not part of school curriculum or for credit.