Challenge America guidelines are now available with a deadline of April 24, 2025. This program offers support for projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved groups/communities. The term “underserved” refers to those whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited relative to geography, ethnicity, economic status, or disability. This program welcomes applications from applicants that are primarily small organizations, first-time applicants to the NEA, returning Challenge America applicants, or applicants that have not been recently recommended for funding in one of our other grant programs. Details >>
Prospective applicants can register here for the info session on February 27, 2025 from 3–4 p.m. ET and subsequent Q&A sessions.
*Note: Applicants must choose between GAP and Challenge America; you cannot apply to both in the same calendar year.