2026 Folklife Community Grant

The Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Folklife Community Grant (FLC) supports programs with folk artists and culture bearers presented by small community organizations. Donor Name: Nevada Arts Council (NAC) State: Nevada County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/01/2025 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Eligible projects focus on the transmission or presentation of folk arts or traditions that are practiced, valued, and shared within culturally specific communities in Nevada. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to festivals, cultural events, concerts, and gatherings that bring traditional artists, cultural specialists, and communities together. Funding Information Up to $5,000 (no 1:1 cash or in-kind match required except for organizations with annual budgets over $50,000). Grant Period July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Uses of Fund Funds may be used for artist fees (applicant, collaborating, and production), facility costs, permanent equipment (not to exceed $750), consumable materials/supplies, production costs/materials, marketing/promotion, travel (accommodations and transportation only), or other relevant project expenses Eligible Criteria  To ensure that their project is eligible in the category (folk and traditional arts), the applicant/project must meet the following requirements: Applicants must talk with Folklife Program staff before applying Must be based in Nevada and (as shown by the address on the organization’s IRS 990 form) Must have federal tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code Must have active incorporation status with the Nevada Secretary of State showing evidence of good standing at the time of application Must have or obtain Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) Must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI). For more information, visit NAC.