The NEA National Heritage Fellowships Awards Program is looking for an organization to help coordinate events and activities for the 2027 awards. This includes organizing an awards ceremony, showcases, and creating video stories about the fellows. The chosen organization will work closely with the National Endowment for the Arts and receive a grant of $820,000.
Who it's for: This grant is for nonprofit organizations, state or local government units, and federally recognized tribal communities or tribes in the U.S. that are interested in coordinating arts-related events and activities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Non-U.S. based organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without tax-exempt status
- Entities not involved in arts or cultural activities
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
- Detailed project plan for coordinating events
- Budget proposal
- Organizational history and experience in arts events
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
Cautions
- The federal government will be heavily involved in the project.
- Strict adherence to the cooperative agreement terms is required.
- Ensure compliance with all federal regulations.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) U.S. organizations; units of state or local government; federally recognized tribal communities or tribes. Specific eligible types are: Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, special district governments, public and state institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, state governments, and private institutions of higher education.
Overview
This grant is for nonprofit organizations, state or local government units, and federally recognized tribal communities or tribes in the U.S. that are interested in coordinating arts-related events and activities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Non-U.S. based organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without tax-exempt status
- Entities not involved in arts or cultural activities
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to organize and coordinate the awards ceremony, showcases, video production about the fellows, travel for participants, and other related activities.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 7, 2026(55 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility as a nonprofit or government entity
- Prepare proof of tax-exempt status (if applicable)
- Draft a comprehensive project plan
- Create a detailed budget
- Gather organizational documentation and history
- Obtain letters of support or partnership
- Submit application by August 7, 2026