Grants & Programs

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Find a Grant

NEFA offers 15+ grants to artists and organizations to support the creation and presentation of work.

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Grant Programs

Learn about program background, advisors, and non-grantmaking activities.

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Creative Economy

The creative economy is a powerful engine of growth and community vitality. Together, artists, cultural nonprofits, and creative businesses produce and distribute cultural goods and services that

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Grant Recipients

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Center Stage

Center Stage is a cultural exchange program that invites performing artists from select countries to tour U.S. communities.

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