ARTS FOR ALL TENNESSEE GRANT APPLICATION CRITERIA

1. Grants are awarded on an “as available, first-come, first-served basis. Grant

requests must align with the mission of “Arts for All Tennessee” and further the

organization’s mission. Arts for All Tennessee is dedicated to bringing high-quality

theatrical productions and art programs to our area while making theater accessible to

all audiences. We do this by providing the following:

A). Arts for All Audiences Program: This program provides funding for

attendance and accommodation needs for individuals with special needs and

their respective families/caregivers to performances, classes, workshops, and

other events.

B). All the World’s a Stage Program: This initiative funds community outreach

programs and expert consulting opportunities in the East Tennessee area, and

supports opportunities to bring theater to underserved populations.

B). Take the Stage Assistance Program: This grant program provides financial

assistance to help secure venues, sets, and costumes, as well as compensate

freelance professionals to help offset the expenses to execute community

performances and events.

2. Grants are funded through donations and are, therefore, awarded according to funds

available.

3. “Arts for All Tennessee” grants are awarded without regard to race, gender, religion,

age, national origin or sexual orientation.

4. Grant applications will be reviewed and awarded by our Board of Directors.

5. Grants awarded will be paid directly to the organization or institution. The awardee

will be required to submit receipts and a project summary after the completion of the

project or event to ensure monies were appropriately allocated. This documentation will

be kept on file with Arts for All Tennessee for each physical year.