GRANT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
This calendar is designed to provide helpful information on foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities for individual choreographers and dance organizations. The information is arranged in chronological order according to application deadline date. Note – many funders accept applications on a rolling basis with no firm deadline date. Because funding information constantly changes, we strongly urge you to contact funder websites and offices to receive the latest information on application policies, procedures, and deadlines before submitting a proposal for support.

While our goal is to make this information as accurate as possible, PhiladelphiaDANCE.org  does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracies contained herein. If you know of sources or deadlines not included in this calendar, please share your information with the community. Send your funding lead to us at philadelphiadance@gmail.com and we’ll post it here as soon as possible. Thank you!

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Deadline: August 12, 2010
NEA: DANCE – Access to Artistic Excellence
http://arts.endow.gov/grants/apply/GAP11/DanceAAE.html
Access to Artistic Excellence encourages and supports artistic creativity, preserves our diverse cultural heritage, and makes the arts more widely available in communities throughout the country.

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Deadline: August 15, 2010
Freedom to Create Prize
http://www.freedomtocreate.com/Prize-Apply.asp
The US$125,000 Freedom to Create Prize celebrates the power of art to: 1. Promote social justice ; 2. Build the foundations for an open society ; 3. Inspire the human spirit. The Freedom to Create Prize celebrates the power of art to fight oppression, break down stereotypes and build trust in societies where the social fabric has been ripped apart by conflict, violence and misunderstanding. History shows that prosperous societies are founded upon creativity. Societies that encourage artistic expression build strong foundations for economic, political and cultural development. They will lead tomorrow’s world.

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Deadline: September 1, 2010
Leeway Art and Change Grant
http://we-inspire.org/about/
The Leeway Foundation’s grant making programs honor women and trans artists for their ability to create social change through their artistic and cultural work.
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Deadline: September 1, 2010
Career Transition for Dancers: Caroline H. Newhouse Scholarship Fund
http://www.careertransition.org/Programs/ScholarshipsAndGrants/
Provides $2,000 scholarships or grants to initiate an academic or retraining process or to help professional dancers with start-up money for a new business.

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Deadline: September 2, 2010
NEA: The Arts on Radio and Television
http://www.arts.gov/grants/apply/RadioTV/grant-program-description.html
Through this category the National Endowment for the Arts seeks to make the excellence and diversity of the arts widely available to the American public through nationally distributed television and radio programs. Grants are available to support the development, production, and national distribution of radio and television programs on the arts.

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Deadline: September 8, 2010
Dance Advance – Letter of Intent to Apply Due
http://www.pcah.us/dance/deadlines
In this application cycle, the Letter of Intent to Apply (LOI) has become a pivotal document to be reviewed by a panel of dance specialists. Please read and consider the Guidelines carefully as there are significant changes to the application procedure this year.
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Deadline: September 15, 2010
Kresge Foundation: Facility Investments and Building Reserves Grant
http://tiny.cc/b85bi
The Kresge Foundation’s Arts and Culture Program provides support to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in the U.S. through Facility Investments and Building Reserves Grants. This initiative is part of the program’s Institutional Capitalization focus area, which is designed to strengthen the long-term financial health of arts and cultural organizations. Organizations may apply for two types of grants: Facility investments grants support both project costs and the creation of a building reserve, with priority given to renovation and repair projects. On occasion, new construction projects will be supported. Building reserves grants are designed to seed or enhance a fund to support the ongoing maintenance and replacement needs of an organization over time. Start-up organizations and those organizations that are government-owned are not eligible to apply. Preliminary applications are due September 15, 2010. Visit the Kresge Foundation’s website to submit an online application.
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Deadline: September 15, 2010
Guggenheim Fellowship
http://www.gf.org/applicants/the-united-states-canadian-competition/
Guggenheim Fellowships are intended for men and women who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts. Awards are intended for individuals only; they are not available to organizations, institutions, or groups.

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Deadline: September 15, 2010
ELA Foundation Grants
http://www.ela.org/grants/grants.html
The ELA Foundation grants funds for established programs in the areas of arts and advocacy to nonprofit US 501(c)(3) organizations, which are led by or support adults with disabilities who are 22 or older.
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Deadline: The online letter of inquiry process opens September 15, 2010 with a due date of October 15, 2010.
Funds for U.S. Performing Arts Projects
Creative Capital: Multi-Arts Production (MAP) Fund
The Multi-Arts Production (MAP) Fund, a program of Creative Capital supported by the Rockefeller Foundation and the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, supports original new work in all disciplines and traditions of the live performing arts. The goal of the MAP Fund is to assist artists who are exploring and challenging the dynamics of live performance within our changing society, thus reflecting our culture’s innovation and growing diversity. MAP is especially interested in supporting work early in its development; the touring of completed projects is not eligible for funding. Applications for MAP grants must come from U.S. nonprofit organizations; nonprofit artist-services organizations may apply as fiscal sponsors on behalf of artists or ensembles. Applying organizations and artists must demonstrate at least two years of professional experience.
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Deadline: September 17, 2010
Ford Foundation Space for Change Planning and Pre-Development Grants
http://www.lincnet.net/artist-space/ford-foundation-planning-and-pre-development-grants
Non-profit arts organizations with strong track records of artistic excellence, who are intending to buy, build, renovate, partner in the development of, or become anchor tenants in a vibrant artist space can apply for up to $100,000 in support of a facility project.
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Deadline: September 24, 2010
Latino Artists and Arts Organizations Supported
National Association of Latino Arts and Culture: Fund for the Arts
The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture (NALAC) is dedicated to the preservation, development, and promotion of the cultural and artistic expressions of the diverse Latino populations of the United States. The NALAC Fund for the Arts provides grants of $1,000 to $10,000 to Latino working artists and small and mid-sized Latino arts organizations that demonstrate creative artistic excellence in their communities across the country. (Funded artists and organizations must be members of NALAC; applicants may join through the website.) Targeted arts disciplines include: dance, interdisciplinary arts, literary arts, media arts/film, multidisciplinary arts, music, performance art, theater arts, and visual arts. The application deadline is September 24, 2010. Visit the NALAC website to access the application guidelines and application instructions.
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Deadline: September 30, 2010
Norfolk Southern Foundation
The Norfolk Southern Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that focus on educational, cultural, environmental, social safety net, and economic development opportunities within the region served by Norfolk Southern, primarily in the Eastern, Midwestern, and Southern United States. The Foundation offers grants in the following principal areas: educational programs, primarily at the post-secondary level; community enrichment focusing on cultural and artistic organizations; human services that support basic needs; and environmental programs. Applications are accepted between July 15 and September 30, annually. Visit the company’s website to review the Foundation’s grant guidelines and application procedure.
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Deadline: September 30, 2010
Funds for K-12 Field Trips
Target Field Trip Grants
The Target Field Trip Grants program provides funds for K-12 field trips in order to give students throughout the country the opportunity to explore more of the world outside the classroom. For the 2010-2011 school year, 5,000 grants of up to $700 each will be awarded to educators, teachers, principals, paraprofessionals, and classified staff who are employed by accredited K-12 public, private, or charter schools. Types of eligible trips include art, science, and cultural museum visits; community service and civic projects; career enrichment opportunities; and other events or activities away from the school facility. Funds may be used to cover trip-related costs such as transportation, ticket fees, food, resource materials, and supplies. Online applications must be submitted by September 30, 2010. Visit the Target website to learn more about the program.Funds for K-12 Field Trip

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ON GOING GRANTS & FUNDING SOURCES

Bank of America Local Grants
http://www.bankofamerica.com/foundation/index.cfm?template=fd_localgrants
Bank of America’s local grant making activities can — and do — vary, depending on what your local community needs. Our local market presidents and their teams develop relationships with other community leaders to determine the best use of philanthropic dollars in each community. Open to 501 C 3 organizations only.  Must be in local community served by bank branch.

M. J. Murdock Trust General Grants
http://www.murdock-trust.org/how-to-apply/general-grants-application.php
Reviewed Quarterly
Available for performance and visual arts projects which enrich the cultural environment of the region. Educational outreach efforts are encouraged. Please submit a Letter of Inquiry if you are interested in applying.

Wachovia Grants Enhance Company Communities
The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation
The mission of The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation is to build strong and vibrant communities, improve the quality of life, and make a positive difference in locations served by the bank throughout the United States. Grants are provided to nonprofit organizations in bank communities as well as selected national organizations. The Foundation’s areas of interest include education, community development, health and human services, arts and culture, the environment, and civic affairs. Requests may be submitted throughout the year. Visit the bank’s website to take the required eligibility quiz and submit an online application.

Exelon Corporate Grants Enhance Communities in  Pennsylvania
Exelon Corporate Contribution Program
The Exelon Corporate Contribution Program strives to improve the quality of life for the people who live and work in the company’s service territory in northern Illinois and southeastern Pennsylvania. The company provides grants to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a proven track record in addressing key community needs. Funding priorities include education, the environment, arts and culture, and neighborhood development. Program, event, and sponsorship support are provided. Online applications may be submitted throughout the year. Visit the company’s website for more information on each of the grant categories and the grant application process.

TD Bank
Info: http://www.tdbanknorth.com/community/grants.html
TD Bank offers grants for “Community Support.” This includes the support of programs and organizations which have proven records of arts and cultural enrichment programs, the development and expansion of programs which foster civic enhancement and address issues related to cultural diversity, and a commitment to programs that promote improvements to community health and human services efforts.

Google Grants
Info: http://www.google.com/grants/details.html
Through Google Grants, nonprofit organizations can receive unique in-kind advertising support. Google will consider applications from organizations throughout the U.S., as well as in a number of international locations, that share the company’s philosophy of community service, especially in areas such as science and technology, education, global public health, the environment, youth advocacy, and the arts. Through this program, selected nonprofits receive up to three months of in-kind advertising using Google’s flagship product: Google AdWords. Applications are available online and accepted on an ongoing basis.

Grants Enhance Comprehensive Capital Campaigns
Kresge Foundation: Capital Challenge Grant Program
http://www.kresge.org/content/displaycontent.aspx?CID=89
The Kresge Foundation supports communities in the United States and around the world by strengthening the nonprofit organizations that serve them. The Foundation’s six major areas of interest are health, environment, arts and culture, education, human services, and community development. Through the Capital Challenge Grant Program, the Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that are engaged in comprehensive campaigns designed to support institutional growth through the construction of new facilities as well as the acquisition or renovation of existing facilities, the purchase of real property, and the purchase of major integrated equipment systems. Because environmental conservation is one of the Foundation’s values, challenge grant applicants are encouraged to consider green construction issues. The Foundation accepts online letters of intent for this program throughout the year. Visit the website listed above to review the Capital Challenge Grant Program guidelines.  Arts and Culture – The arts are a vital component of strong, healthy communities. However, this sector faces several challenges to its long-term sustainability, including a volatile funding climate, under-resourced organizations, changing audiences, turnover in leadership, changes in technology and a fragile arts education system. We find that the values of strengthening community impact, creating opportunity, and promoting innovation are particularly relevant for this set of challenges.

Freedom to Create Grant
http://www.freedomtocreate.com/Grant-Requirements.asp
Freedom to Create awards grants to projects which use the arts to create transformational change in developing countries. Projects must fall into one of six sectors: Education, Health, Social Harmony, Urban Regeneration, Freedom to Create or Designs for Life and must use an art form to educate, build, heal or inspire people.

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ADDITIONAL GRANT RESOURCES & FUNDS

Dance Advance
www.danceadvance.org

Delaware Valley Grantmakers
www.dvg.org

Ellen Forman Memorial Award
www.drexel.edu

Independence Foundation
www.independencefoundation.org

Leeway Foundation
www.leeway.org

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
www.midatlanticarts.org

Multi-Arts Production Fund (MAP) Rockefeller Foundation
www.mapfund.org

PA Council on the Arts
www.pacouncilonthearts.org

PA Humanites Council
www.pahumanities.org

Pew Fellowship in the Arts
www.pewarts.org

Philadelphia Cultural Fund
www.philaculturalfund.org

National Dance Projects
www.nefa.org/grantprog/ndp/

National Endowment for the Arts
www.artsendow.gov

Project Stream (formerly 5 County Fund)
www.philaculture.org

Princess Grace Foundation
www.pgfusa.org

Creative Capital
www.creative-capital.org