Delaware Division of the Arts Announces $4M in Grants in First Round of FY24 Funding | |
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The Delaware Division of the Arts is investing nearly $4 million in more than 112 arts and community organizations that will serve Delawareans statewide with arts programming and services, arts education, and arts marketing and promotion. This first round of funding for FY2024 includes General Operating Support, Project Support, Arts Stabilization, StartUp and Education Resource grants.
“We are thrilled to announce the Delaware Division of the Arts’ commitment to supporting Delaware’s non-profit creative sector with an additional $1 million in grants for arts programming, education, and operations,” stated Jessica Ball, Director of the Delaware Division of the Arts. “These funds will play a crucial role in fostering a vibrant cultural environment and ensuring that the arts remain accessible to all Delawareans throughout the state. We extend our gratitude to Governor Carney, Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock, the Delaware General Assembly, and the National Endowment for the Arts for their continued support in making this investment possible.”
Funding for the Delaware Division of the Arts comes from the Delaware General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, an independent federal agency. In addition, the funds for capital improvements grants—provided by the Arts Stabilization Fund—are drawn from the Arts Consortium of Delaware, Inc. (ArtCo) endowment. A complete list of grants for the first round of FY2024 can be found here.
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Announcing the Artist Career Development Pilot Program Recipients | |
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Three Delaware artists have been selected for the Artist Career Development (ACD) pilot program which provides two-years of sustained career support for emerging or mid-career Delaware artists, one in each county. The three ACD artists for the program are Stephanie Boateng (New Castle), Guy Miller (Kent), and Hannah Whiddon (Sussex).
“This initiative represents a tremendous opportunity for emerging artists to receive increased funding and jump-start the next phase of their careers as creative entrepreneurs,” said Jessica Ball, Director of the Delaware Division of the Arts. “By supporting their artistic and business practices, we aim to empower these talented individuals to realize their full potential and make a significant impact on the cultural scene in our state. We believe that through this strategic investment, we are fostering a thriving community of artists who will drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across Delaware.”
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Registration Opens this Month for the 2023 Delaware Arts Summit! | |
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The 2023 Delaware Arts Summit will be held on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Hyatt Place Dewey Beach. This all-day conference invites everyone involved or interested in Delaware's arts community to join us as we connect, learn and get inspired.
New This Year! The Division will host an optional pre-conference on Sunday, October 8 where planned activities include targeted presentations, a reception at a local arts organization, and a beachfront bonfire. Hotel accommodations will be available at a special rate for those attending the pre-conference on October 8.
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Division of the Arts Receives $90,000 grant to continue Delaware Creative Aging program | |
Save The Date: Award Winners XXIII
at CAMP Rehoboth
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Award Winners XXIII
August 10 - September 8, 2023
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You’re invited! The next Award Winners XXIII reception will be held at the CAMP Rehoboth on Thursday, August 10, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The event will feature special performances by various 2023 Individual Artist Fellows and the work of all 17 artists exhibited. | |
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Cultural Tourism and Creative Economy Surveying Begins! Keep an Eye Out!
Delaware Arts Alliance rolled out its Cultural Tourism and Creative Economy Plan August 2 at the Milford Library.
Delaware Arts Alliance Executive Director Neil Kirschling says the First State’s studying how best to use Delaware’s creative resources is important.
“Delaware really is blessed for such a small state to have a really rich array of cultural assets here in the state - museums, and theaters, and operas and music spaces.”
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MidAtlantic Arts Grant Deadlines Upcoming
Mid Atlantic Arts’ grant programs for organizations and artists strengthen the region’s creative network, give communities access to high quality artistic experiences, build audiences, and provide opportunities for greater understanding and appreciation of the arts.
Upcoming Important Dates:
USArtists International: Next deadline September 29, 2023
ArtsCONNECT: Application opens Fall 2023
Jazz Touring Network: Application due August 31, 2023
Mid Atlantic Tours: Tour Roster Announced Fall 2023
Special Presenter Initiatives: Application opens Fall 2023
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NEA Our Town Grant Important Deadlines
Our Town is the NEA’s creative placemaking grants program. Through project-based funding, the program supports activities that integrate arts, culture, and design into local efforts that strengthen communities over the long term. Our Town projects engage a wide range of local stakeholders in efforts to advance local economic, physical, and/or social outcomes in communities.
Upcoming Deadlines:
July 20, 2023 - Applicant Q&A Session
August 3, 2023 - Submit to Grants.gov
August 10, 2023 - Applicant Q&A Session
August 10-17, 2023 - Submit to Applicant Portal
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Jazz Road Application:
A Program of South Arts
Jazz Road Tours supports small, three- to six-site tours at an array of venue types, often in rural communities and other areas traditionally underserved by the genre.
This artist-centric grant program—designed to support approximately 50 tours each year—is made possible with funds from the Doris Duke Foundation with additional support from the Mellon Foundation.
Grant amounts generally range from $5,000 to $15,000.
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Submit your
upcoming events!
DelawareScene is a comprehensive, up-to-date website calendar featuring Delaware’s arts and cultural events and attractions in and around Delaware. Acquaint yourself with one of Delaware’s many artists, get carried away by the magic of a theater performance, frequent one of Delaware’s world-renowned museums, experience one of Delaware’s many unique festivals.
REMINDER: All grantees MUST list all events on DelawareScene.com as soon as they are announced.
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Request an interview!
Delaware State of the Arts is a weekly podcast that presents interviews with arts organizations and leaders who contribute to the cultural vibrancy of communities throughout Delaware. Delaware State of the Arts is provided as a service of the Division of the Arts, in partnership with NEWSRADIO 1450 WILM and 1410 WDOV.
Click below to request an interview for your organization this upcoming year.
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On the Mezzanine - Hannah Whiddon
The Mezzanine Gallery presents Hannah Whiddon's "Between Light & Shadow" on view through August 25.
Drawing inspiration from the beauty inherent in everyday life and the human form, Whiddon’s paintings transcend specific places and times, evoking feelings and memories rather than representing them. Her pieces celebrate human sensuality, employing compelling subjects, a vibrant palette, and bold, painterly textures.
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Meet the Fellows
The prestigious Individual Artist Fellowships from the Delaware Division of the Arts recognize a variety of disciplines and outstanding quality of work. From writers to visual artists to musicians, these award-winning creatives have unique stories and talents. View all 17 Fellow profiles on the Division’s website.
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Christopher Penna
Established, Literature: Poetry
“A poem [is] something that adds to our experience of the world and that can enhance our understanding of both it and of ourselves.”
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Lauren E. Peters
Established, Visual Arts: Painting
“Donning wigs and garments is an assembling of a self, . . . [and] the foundation of my practice is a deep engagement with the construct(ion) and performance of identity and gender.”
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Visitors Experience Group 2023 Conference in Wilmington
October 22-25, 2023
The cultural sector is in a period of significant change. It is imperative that we let go of outdated, inequitable practices and focus our energy on developing a field that is more inclusive and open to new ideas. With that in mind, we are focusing on new programs, new staffing models, new exhibits, new content, and new ideas for the 2023 Visitor Experience Conference. We encourage you all to try something new in your institutions this year, and then come back and tell us all about it in a session at next year's conference just outside of Philadelphia in the idyllic Brandywine Valley and Wilmington, DE.
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Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums Conference in Wilmington
October 10-12, 2023
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums Annual Meeting is an annual conference dedicated to fostering excellence in museums by providing our region’s museum professionals with high-quality professional development, networking opportunities, and special events.
Registration is now open! Early Bird Registration is available until September 6 for both members and non-members.
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Lewes Writers Conference
August 18-19
The Lewes Public Library welcomes participants for the 16th Annual Lewes Creative Writers’ Conference to be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 18 and 19, at the library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes. This is the first time the conference has been in-person since 2020.
This year’s sessions include topics on writing collaboratively, experimentation with poetry, using humor in writing, outlining as a writing tool, and reading and writing flash fiction. Selective roundtables also will provide opportunities for authors of poetry, fiction and short stories.
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Delaware Music Educators Association Conference -
October 13!
Save the Date for the Delaware Music Educators Annual Conference - set to be held on October 13 at a location to be announced.
Interested in submitting a proposal for a workshop or exhibiting? Click the button below to learn more!
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Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts. | |
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Friends of Wilmington Parks
LIVE! in the Parks Summer Concert Series
Wilmington, Project Support
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Rehoboth Summer Children's Theatre
Jack and the Beanstalk
Statewide, General Operating Support
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Rehoboth Art League
50th Annual Outdoor Fine Art and Fine Craft Show
Rehoboth, General Operating Support
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The Delaware Division of the Arts is an agency of the State of Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Funding for Division programs is provided by annual appropriations from the Delaware General Assembly and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. For more information about the Delaware Division of the Arts, visit arts.delaware.gov or call 302-577-8278. | | | | |
