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Your Guide to the 2025-26

Equity in Arts Learning Grant Opportunity

We are thrilled to announce the second year of the Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth Grant


This collaborative funding effort—led by the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, and including Denver Arts and Venues (DAV), Colorado Creative Industries, and more partners to be announced —is the first of its kind in Colorado. —is the first of its kind in Colorado. The nearly half-million-dollar fund envisions dismantling the systemic barriers that have long prevented marginalized and underserved youth from experiencing the life-altering benefits of arts learning. Think 360 Arts for Learning serves as a critical thought partner and the administrator of the grant program. 


Colorado arts and culture nonprofits, along with schools in collaboration with artists or arts and culture organizations, can submit their Letters of Intent (LOI) now through November 22, 2024. Proposals should emphasize and prioritize the distinct identities and requirements of youth, promote in-depth learning and the development of meaningful relationships, address clear gaps in school or community arts education, engage experienced artists and culture bearers, and ensure high accessibility for youth participants.  


For more information on the history and impact of this initiative, we encourage you to read the full press release. Additionally, we invite you to explore the rest of the newsletter for a comprehensive overview of the Equity in Arts Learning resources available to interested applicants:

Read the Full Press Release 

2025-26 Grant Cycle Timeline

  • Letters of Intent accepted – September 26, 2024 to November 22, 2024
  • Invitations to ApplySent by January 20, 2025
  • Full Application Due February 21, 2025
  • Award NotificationsMid/Late April, 2025
  • Projects Take Place – July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
  • Final Report Due – Thirty days after completion of project, and no later than July 31, 2026
Access the LOI Portal HERE

Watch Our Info Video

Check out our new informational video that dives into everything you need to know about the 2025-26 EAL funding cycle.


This video covers everything you need to know about EAL, including:

  • Goals of the Initiative
  • 2025-26 Timeline
  • Guidelines & LOI Expectations
  • Frequently Asked Questions

...and more! Click the button below to watch the video:

Watch our EAL Info Video

Virtual Office Hours

We’re offering four drop-in virtual office hour sessions to provide additional support with your application and clarify any unanswered questions you may have:

  • Monday, October 7, 3:30-5:30pm  
  • Tuesday, October 22, 1pm-3pm
  • Monday, November 18, 10am-12pm  
  • Wednesday, November 20, 3:30-5:30pm

Visit our Grants page for the Zoom meeting info:

Get the Zoom Info for Our Upcoming Office Hours

Take Advantage of our EAL Resources

Our Grants page is your go-to resource for everything related to the Equity in Arts Learning grant.


In addition to accessing the LOI portal on this page, we encourage you to explore the resources available, including EAL guidelines, FAQs, the LOI rubric, project examples, Zoom links, and and more helpful information:

Explore our EAL Resource Page

This transformative grant opportunity is made possible by the visionary generosity of these collaborative funding partners:

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