The Kent County Fund for the Arts (KCFA), a fund managed by the CenDel Foundation, is currently accepting applications for its 2025 grant cycle. The KCFA was established in 2008 through a donation from Rosemary Twilley in memory of Joshua Twilley, Esq. Its mission is to promote, expand, and support art programs, education, and artistic events specifically within Kent County, Delaware. The Foundation serves as a charitable giving conduit for initiatives across Central Delaware and is committed to supporting local communities through targeted philanthropy.

Grant applications opened on January 2, 2025, and must be received or postmarked no later than April 2, 2025. Organizations can apply for funding up to $20,000. All applicants must use the official 2025 KCFA application form, which can be accessed on the CenDel Foundation’s website. The application is available to public institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that can provide the necessary IRS documentation to verify their tax-exempt status.

To be eligible, organizations must operate within Kent County and demonstrate a commitment to promoting, educating, or expanding art awareness in the area. The program encourages funding requests that support artistic events, art education, and other forms of community-centered art programming.

Applicants will be notified of the funding decisions in the summer of 2025. While no specific date is provided for notification or award disbursement, applicants are encouraged to contact the CenDel Foundation for more information or assistance with the application process. The Foundation’s physical office is located in Dover, Delaware, and contact can be made by phone or email.

For further information, application resources, or support for the Kent County Fund for the Arts, applicants are encouraged to reach out to the CenDel Foundation directly or visit their website.