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National Theater Project-supported Mondo Bizarro's "Invisible Rivers" | photo by Bruce France
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NEFA invests in artists and communities and fosters equitable access to the arts, enriching the cultural landscape in New England and the nation.
NEFA Closed June 30-July 4
During this time our grant application and reporting portal will be offline for maintenance. You will not be able to access or complete any Grantee Reports during this time. Please plan accordingly. If you have more urgent need to access any application or reporting information in this interim period, or if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to tech@nefa.org.
NEFA will operate on summer hours through Labor Day with staff signing off at 1:00 PM on Fridays. We are closed Fridays August 15, 22, and 29. Thank you for your patience as we operate in support of staff rest.
Grantmaking for art making. What will you create?
Upcoming Grant Application Deadlines
NEFA offers grants to artists and organizations to support the creation and presentation of work.
There are no grants with upcoming deadlines at this time.
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CreativeGround
CreativeGround spotlights the creative people and places at work in New England: cultural nonprofits like libraries and theaters, creative businesses like recording studios and design agencies, and artists of all disciplines such as performing arts, visual arts, and crafts.
Center Stage
Center Stage is among the most successful programs to bring contemporary international performing artists into direct contact with people across a wide range of U.S. communities, and to share these experiences globally.