The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Support for Organizations provides flexible general operating and programming funding for non-profit organizations.

Donor Name: New York State Council on the Arts
State: New York
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/17/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Applications will be evaluated according to the following three criteria: 
Creativity

Programming reflects a clear artistic / cultural vision that meets organizational mission.
Programming which is well designed, distinctive, and relevant.
Significant and creative contribution to the field/artists and/or public.

Public Service

Organization meets priority service to historically underrepresented communities and demonstrates being conscientious in removing barriers. 
Organization demonstrates a clear understanding of service area, reinforced by demographic data and geographical context. 
Marketing/advertising is inclusive of diverse audiences. 
Active and mutual connection with a local or artistic community.

Managerial & Financial

Staff and board possess skills/experience to lead. 
Sound financial management.
Best practices in governance.
Clear information about artist compensation, if applicable.

Funding Information
Awards will be between $10,000-$49,500.
Eligiblity Criteria
Please read through all the following questions to determine if your organization (or fiscally sponsored applicant) is eligible to apply: 

Is your organization (or your fiscally sponsored applicant) an LLC?
Did your organization (or your fiscally sponsored applicant) have annual expenses of more than $20,000 in your Fiscal Year Ending in 2023 as shown by your organization’s Statement of Activities (Income Statement showing both revenue and expenses)?
If your organization offers arts/cultural programming open to the public, is it:

A nonprofit organization either incorporated in or registered to do business in New York State, with a location in New York State and recognized as tax-exempt under the Internal Revenue Code section as a 501 (c) 3; or 
State or Federally recognized Native American nation; or 
A unit of local or federal government in New York State.

If your organization offers arts/cultural programming open to the public, is it: 

Not yet incorporated; or 
Not recognized as tax-exempt under the Internal Revenue Code section as a 501(c)3; 
A distinct program within a parent organization – such as a public arts entity within a university or other nonprofit organization.

For more information, visit NYSCA.