Since 1977, the N.C. Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access
to quality arts experiences.

The program distributes funds for the arts in all 100 counties of the state primarily through partnerships with local arts councils.

Grassroots Arts Program funds may be used for a variety of projects, for example expenditures to conduct quality arts programs or operate an arts organization.

Examples of arts programs that are commonly supported with Grassroots funds are:

• Performances
• Festivals
• Art exhibitions
• Arts camps and after-school programs
• Artist residencies for schools
• Artist fees for classes and workshops
• Marketing expenses for art walks and studio tours
• Royalties, props, sets, and costumes for theater performances

2026-2027 GAP Grant Applications – Apply now!

Please mail or hand deliver applications by September 15 to
Grassroots Subgrants
Tryon Fine Arts Center
34 Melrose Avenue
Tryon, NC  28782

To submit by email, please send to info@tryonarts.org