Grants & Programs
Expeditions
Expeditions provides support to nonprofit organizations in New England for the tour planning or touring of performing artists from around the world.
Program Goals
- Support New England as a region which nurtures the planning and implementation of arts projects involving New England, national, and international artists for region-wide touring.
- Broaden the range of arts projects and activities available to New England communities.
- Encourage thorough planning with communities to provide meaningful interaction with artists.
- Stimulate opportunities for collaboration and partnerships in arts touring and presenting.
Idea Swap Event

The Idea Swap is an annual event that provides opportunities for New England-based nonprofit presenting organizations to network and share project ideas that may qualify for funding from Expeditions.
The 11th Annual Idea Swap took place on November 8, 2012 in Worcester, MA. View photos on Facebook!
Learn more about how to share your project idea.
Funders
The Expeditions program is made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional support from the six New England state arts agencies.
Contact
Adrienne Petrillo | Program Manager, Presenting & Touring
apetrillo@nefa.org | 617.951.0010 x527
Elizabeth Bouchard | Program Coordinator,
National Theater Project, Presenting & Touring
ebouchard@nefa.org | 617.951.0010 x516

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