Nebraska Touring Program Sponsor Grants - Nebraska Arts Council

Program Overview

Nebraska Touring Program Sponsor Grants help sponsor organizations provide arts engagement for people across the state through funding for performances or programs selected from the Nebraska Arts Council Artist Roster. Presenting organizations that hold performances within a school setting are required to attest that their school-based performances follow the host school's health guidelines.

Eligibility

• Nonprofit organizations incorporated in Nebraska that are federally tax-exempt
• Public agencies and subdivisions of governmental agencies, including PreK-12 accredited schools
• College and university applications may be funded only when participation by the public is sought in significant numbers
• Because this is a touring program, sponsors may not select artists or events based in the sponsor's city or within a 30-mile radius
• Artists or exhibits must be selected from the NAC Artist Roster

Key Dates

Grant applications are due six weeks before the event and are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Grant Amounts

NAC will fund up to 45% (not to exceed $2,000) of the contracted artist fee per contract, per application. NAC issues grant payments to the sponsoring organization, not to the artist. The applicant is responsible for paying the full artist fee as outlined in the contract.

What You'll Submit

• Up to three artists/exhibits per application
• Signed artist contract(s) from both you and the artist
• Financial audit or reviewed statements if requesting $50,000 or more from NAC in the current year

Application Questions

• Describe your project, including when it will take place, what virtual platform or location you will use, how you will promote it, and who makes up your target audience
• Explain the impact this event will have on your target audience and how you will measure the success of the event

How to Apply

Your organization must first be registered in NAC's online grant system. For assistance in creating an account, email [email protected] or call 402-595-2124.

Questions?

Contact Rachel Morgan or email [email protected] for more information.