What is the grant schedule for grants the FY27 grant cycle?
Grants for artists will not be available in FY27. COA is working to strengthen and support other programs and services for artists at this time - VLA, Assets for Artists, Art in Public Spaces, Accessibility, etc. Be sure you are receiving our e-news for information about activities occurring throughout the year.
Supporting Arts - Application Deadline is Monday, August 31, 2026
Grants for eligible Connecticut arts organizations and municipal arts departments. Learn more about the Supporting Arts Program.
Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
Funding Period: October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027
Final Report Due: October 30, 2027
Every Child Art Experience - Program will not be offered in FY27. Please check back in fiscal year 2028.
Grants for eligible schools to fund bringing students to an arts experience. Learn more about the Every Child Art Experience Program.
Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund (CAEF) - Application and program details will be available in the fall of 2026. Please check back for updates.
Grants awarded through the CT Arts Endowment Fund that support general operating for eligible arts organizations. Learn more about the Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund Program.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2026
Funding Period: April 15 - October 15, 2027
Final Report Due: November 15, 2027
Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship - Application and program details will be available in early 2027. Please check back for updates.
Grants to eligible arts administrators that support professional development opportunities. Learn more about the Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship.
Application Deadline: TBD
Funding Period: TBD
Final Report Due: 30 days after the funding period ends or after funds have been expended.
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