DDOA Artist Opportunity Grants

Artist Opportunity Grants are awarded on a competitive basis to support unique professional and artistic development and presentation opportunities for artists.

Examples include: materials to complete work for a specific show or program; the cost to rent a facility for a performance; study with a master for a specified period of time. Evaluation criteria include: anticipated impact on the artist’s work or career; financial feasibility and need; marketing plans; and uniqueness of the opportunity.

Quarterly Deadlines

January 2 for activities occurring between February 15 and May 15

April 1 for activities occurring between May 15 and August 15

July 1 for activities occurring between August 15 and November 15

October 1 for activities occurring between November 15 and February 15