2024–25 Distinguished Arts Program (DAP)
This funding opportunity provides financial support to South Carolina K–12 public schools and districts to develop and implement arts programs that enhance student achievement in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts.
The Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) Program, funded by the General Assembly of South Carolina through Proviso 1A.8, is administered by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE). The purpose of the 2024-25 Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) is to support schools and districts in developing and implementing arts initiatives that significantly improve student achievement in the arts. The program focuses on developing comprehensive and sequential arts programs including dance, music, theatre, and visual arts during the regular school day. Approximately $700,000 is available for DAP, with maximum awards of $40,000 for districts and $18,000 for schools. Eligible applicants are South Carolina K–12 public schools and school districts. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on May 31, 2024, and the funding period runs from July 1, 2024, to May 30, 2025.
Award Range
Not specified - $40,000
Total Program Funding
$700,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
-The maximum DAP award to a school district is $40,000; the maximum DAP award to a school is $18,000. - All South Carolina K-12 public schools and school districts are eligible. - For reporting questions, contact Stephen Stokes at sstokes@ed.sc.gov or 803-734-3461.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
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