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Date Posted: June 11th, 2025

Arts Spotlight – June 2025

  Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]

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Date Posted: June 9th, 2025

Important Notice: Potential Delays in DDOA FY2026 Grant Notifications

  In early May, hundreds of organizations nationwide—including several here in Delaware—received unexpected notifications from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) rescinding previously awarded grants. The NEA cited a shift in federal funding priorities “to focus on projects that reflect the nation’s rich artistic heritage and creativity” as outlined by the President. These rescissions […]

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Date Posted: May 8th, 2025

Arts Spotlight – May 2025

  Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]

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Date Posted: April 7th, 2025

Arts Spotlight – April 2025

  Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]

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Date Posted: February 19th, 2025

Delaware Division of the Arts Encourages Arts Philanthropy Through DoMore24 Delaware

The Division will provide up to $200,000 in matching funds to its FY25 arts organization grantees in conjunction with the event   Statewide, Del. (February 19, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to support Delaware’s vibrant arts sector by participating in Do More 24 Delaware, the state’s largest day of giving, on […]

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Date Posted: February 7th, 2025

Updates on National Endowment for the Arts FY 2026 Grant Opportunities

  The National Endowment for the Arts is updating its FY 2026 grant guidelines, with deadlines in March and July 2025. These changes impact organizations applying in the Grants for Arts Projects or Challenge America categories; please see below for pertinent details. Challenge America The Challenge America opportunity is canceled for FY 2026. Organizations that […]

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Date Posted: February 6th, 2025

Arts Spotlight – February 2025

  Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]

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Date Posted: January 29th, 2025

Update on Federal Grant Temporary Pause – January 28, 2025

  Dear Colleagues, We are reaching out regarding yesterday’s federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memo announcing a temporary pause on federal financial assistance, including grants and loans, that takes effect today at 5pm. While the full implications of this policy are still emerging, we want to assure you that the Delaware Division of […]

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Date Posted: January 29th, 2025

Delaware Division of the Arts Announce 2025 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Twenty-one Delaware Artists Receive Funding In Recognition of Artist Excellence   Statewide, Del. (January 28, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to recognize 21 exceptional Delaware artists as the 2025 Individual Artist Fellows, awarding a total of $158,000 to support their creative pursuits. This year’s application cycle saw an unprecedented 191 […]

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Date Posted: December 5th, 2024

Arts Spotlight – December 2024

  Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]

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