Arts Build Communities

Locally administered grants for arts projects focusing on community priorities. Non-matching grant program administered through 12 designated regional agencies across Tennessee's 95 counties. Supports arts projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life issues, or enhance sustainability of cultural enterprises. Funds innovative arts experiences, community social change programs, social network strengthening, cultural identity/economic development initiatives, and artist/administrator entrepreneurial training. Only one application per applicant per year allowed.

Program Details

Tennessee Arts Commission is a funding organization that offers the Arts Build Communities grant program to support arts and cultural programs, community economic, and sustainability. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by Tennessee Arts Commission through Tennessee Arts Commission. Organizations seeking funding for arts and cultural programs, community economic, and sustainability should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and tennessee-based organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Tennessee Arts Commission or on Tennessee Arts Commission before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: Up to $5K. Applications are due by July 1, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports arts and cultural programs, community economic, and sustainability. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Tennessee Arts Commission. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

Eligibility not specified by funder — verify requirements with Tennessee Arts Commission before applying.

Award details

Award range: Up to $5K. Applications close on July 1, 2026.

Categories

Arts Culture · Community Economic · Sustainability