Grant Instructions & Forms

Deadlines

NEST decisions are made on a quarterly basis. Organizations are required to submit their application a minimum of three months in advance of their project, but are encouraged to submit their applications early within NEFA's fiscal year (which runs from June 1 through May 31).

NEST Grant Application Deadlines

First business day of... For Projects beginning on or after...
 March June 1st
 June September 1st
 September December 1st
 December March 1st

 

  • Online applications must be submitted before midnight on the deadline date.
  • Online evaluations must be submitted within one month from the end of the artist engagement to receive reimbursement. Read the Grantee Requirements for Reimbursement.
  • NEFA staff is available for assistance Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM EST.

 

 

Access Your Application or Evaluation Form

Follow the instructions below to start or return to your online grant form.

  1. New to NEFA's online granting? Before you start, you must visit the Online Grant Process page to create a CultureCount user account.
    START HERE TO CREATE A NEW USER ACCOUNT
  2. Already have a CultureCount user account? Click on the orange button below to access any active NEFA application and evaluation forms.
    ACCESS YOUR ONLINE GRANT FORM
  3. Sign in with your CultureCount username and password.
  4. Confirm that the applicant is listed with your username.*
    * If the applicant is incorrect or not listed, see FAQ #1 on the Online Grant Process page.
  5. Select the NEFA grant form to begin.

Need help? Can't apply online? Refer to the FAQs on NEFA's Online Grant Process page or contact Elizabeth Bouchard.

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