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We are excited to announce that our transition to a new online grants system is complete! Below are a few tips to help you navigate the new system.
Starting a new funding request:
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This week we are going to be focusing on noori. Reflecting on their tour with Center Stage, they had this to say, "All of this has been a great learning experience because we transferred and ... Read more >>

After years of planning, the first round of Center Stage has wrapped up. It’s hard to believe all that has happened over the past six months, and we wanted to take a photographic look back at the ... Read more >>

Each grant round, NEFA program staff respond to many questions from applicants about fiscal sponsorship. This post explains why and when NEFA grantees need fiscal sponsors and provides resources ... Read more >>

When the lights dimmed and the stage came into focus, a man appeared, crossing quickly toward the bongo-like drums situated in the back corner. He tapped out a quick beat and then gestured for us ... Read more >>

NEFA is transitioning to an improved online grants system to better serve our applicants and grantees.  Some benefits of the system’s redesign include:
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If you are a New England artist or nonprofit organization, there are other resources available to you through your State Arts Agency (SAA),  in addition to NEFA. Each New England state has ... Read more >>

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S.
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Below is a list of conferences where you may find NEFA staff. If you’re planning on attending any of these, be sure to find one of us and say hi!
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Arieb Azhar and his band were amazing. Kind and friendly from the moment they pulled into the driveway, the members of the band were always making music, or talking about it. Guitarist Zeeshan ... Read more >>