Opportunity Information: Apply for 2018NEA01AW1
The NEA Art Works I (FY2019) opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number 2018NEA01AW1) is a discretionary grant program from the National Endowment for the Arts (CFDA 45.024) designed to fund artistically excellent arts projects. The program focuses on work that highlights creativity and cultural heritage, encourages mutual respect across differing beliefs and values, and contributes to the enrichment of communities and humanity more broadly. In practical terms, this is a project-based grant meant to support high-quality arts activities and outcomes that align with the NEA's mission and public benefit goals.
A key rule in this competition is the one-application limit across two related NEA categories for FY2019: an organization may submit only one application total, and it must be either under Art Works or under Challenge America. If an organization chooses to apply to Challenge America, it cannot also submit an Art Works application in the same fiscal year cycle, and vice versa. This restriction is important for organizations that may be eligible for both categories, because it forces applicants to pick the program track that best matches the scale and intent of their project.
Funding is provided as a grant, with typical award amounts described as matching grants generally ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with an award ceiling of $100,000. The program requires cost sharing: applicants must provide a minimum cost share or match that is equal to the amount requested from the NEA. In other words, this is at least a 1:1 match requirement, so a $50,000 federal request must be backed by at least $50,000 in non-federal cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions, consistent with NEA rules. This matching structure effectively doubles the project budget supported by the award and requires applicants to demonstrate they can bring additional resources to the table.
The timing terms allow for some flexibility in planning and delivery. The NEA's support for a funded project may begin on or after January 1, 2019, and the period of performance is generally allowed to run up to two years. That two-year window can matter for multi-phase programs, touring schedules, commissioning and production timelines, community engagement efforts, or educational components that need more than a single season to complete.
Eligibility is broad across public and nonprofit sectors. Eligible applicants include state, county, and city or township governments; special district governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; and nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific nonprofit category). This mix is typical of NEA opportunities and reflects the agency's goal of supporting arts activity through a wide range of civic, educational, tribal, and nonprofit institutions.
Administratively, the original application closing date listed for this opportunity was February 15, 2018, and the opportunity record was created on December 6, 2017. Overall, NEA Art Works I (FY2019) is structured for organizations seeking mid-sized project support (up to $100,000 federal) that can be matched dollar-for-dollar and delivered within a timeframe of up to two years, with a strong emphasis on artistic excellence, cultural heritage, and community-facing impact.Apply for 2018NEA01AW1
- The National Endowment for the Arts in the arts sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NEA Art Works I, FY2019" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 45.024.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2017-12-06.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2018-02-15. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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NEA Art Works I (FY2019) - FAQs
What is the NEA Art Works I (FY2019) grant opportunity?
NEA Art Works I (FY2019) is a discretionary grant program from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) intended to fund artistically excellent arts projects. It is a project-based grant opportunity aligned with the NEA mission and public benefit goals.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 2018NEA01AW1.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 45.024.
What kinds of projects does Art Works I (FY2019) aim to support?
The program supports high-quality arts activities and outcomes that emphasize artistic excellence and public benefit. The opportunity highlights work that showcases creativity and cultural heritage, encourages mutual respect across differing beliefs and values, and contributes to enriching communities and humanity more broadly.
Is this grant for general operating support or for specific projects?
Based on the opportunity description, this is a project-based grant intended to support specific arts activities and outcomes rather than general operations.
How much funding can an applicant request from the NEA under this opportunity?
Awards are described as matching grants generally ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with a maximum (ceiling) award amount of $100,000.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. Applicants must provide a minimum cost share or match equal to the amount requested from the NEA. This is at least a 1:1 match requirement.
What does a 1:1 match mean in practice?
A 1:1 match means that for every dollar requested from the NEA, the applicant must provide at least one dollar in non-federal cost share/match (which may include allowable cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions, consistent with NEA rules). For example, a $50,000 request would require at least $50,000 in match.
What is the maximum NEA award amount available?
The award ceiling for this opportunity is $100,000.
When can NEA support for a funded project begin?
NEA support for a funded project may begin on or after January 1, 2019.
How long is the period of performance?
The period of performance is generally allowed to run up to two years.
Why does the two-year period of performance matter?
The two-year window can support projects with multi-phase timelines, such as touring schedules, commissioning and production timelines, community engagement efforts, or educational components that require more than a single season to complete.
Who is eligible to apply for NEA Art Works I (FY2019)?
Eligible applicants include:
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- Nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific nonprofit category)
Are tribal governments eligible?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are listed as eligible applicants.
Are colleges and universities eligible?
Yes. Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status are eligible, with the noted exception that institutions of higher education are excluded from applying under the nonprofit 501(c)(3) category described.
Can an organization submit more than one application to the NEA in this FY2019 cycle under these related programs?
No. A key rule is a one-application limit across two related NEA categories for FY2019: an organization may submit only one application total, either under Art Works or under Challenge America.
If an organization applies to Challenge America, can it also apply to Art Works in the same fiscal year?
No. If an organization chooses to apply to Challenge America, it cannot also submit an Art Works application in the same fiscal year cycle, and vice versa.
Why is the one-application limit important?
This restriction matters for organizations eligible for both categories because it requires applicants to choose the program track that best matches the scale and intent of their project.
What type of grant is this (formula vs. discretionary)?
This opportunity is described as a discretionary grant program.
What was the application closing date listed for this opportunity?
The original application closing date listed is February 15, 2018.
When was the opportunity record created?
The opportunity record was created on December 6, 2017.
What is the overall goal or emphasis of the program?
The program emphasizes artistic excellence and projects that deliver public benefit by highlighting creativity and cultural heritage, encouraging mutual respect across differing beliefs and values, and enriching communities and humanity more broadly.
What size of project is this opportunity generally suited for?
Based on the stated award range and cap, the opportunity is structured for mid-sized project support, up to $100,000 in federal funds, with a required dollar-for-dollar match and an implementation window of up to two years.
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