Artist in Residence (AIR) is a noncompetitive reimbursement grant program that provides up to $2,500 in support for North Dakota pre-K-12 students and teachers to work with professional artists either in a traditional school setting or during after-school or summer programs.
There is limited funding available for this program. Early submission is highly recommended.
Application Deadline FY25
- Six weeks prior to the start date of the proposed activity, 11:59 pm CST (project dates July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025)
- Applications for FY25 will close on May 31, 2025, 11:59 pm CST.
Grant Award Range FY25
- With ND Teaching Artist: A NDCA award request may not exceed $2,500 or 70% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A 30% cash match is required.
- With Out-of-State Teaching Artist: A NDCA award request may not exceed $2,500 or 50% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A 50% cash match is required.
Application Deadline FY26
- Six weeks prior to the start date of the proposed activity, 11:59 pm CST (project dates July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026)
- Applications for FY26 will close on May 31, 2026, 11:59 pm CST.
Grant Award Range FY26
Title 1 and/or 21st Century Schools:
- With ND Teaching Artist: May request up to $3,000 or 90% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A minimum 10% cash match is required.
- With Out-of-State Teaching Artist: May request up to $2,500 or 80% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A minimum 20% cash match is required.
Non-Title 1 and/or Non-21st Century Schools:
- With ND Teaching Artist: May request up to $3,000 or 70% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A minimum 30% cash match is required.
- With Out-of-State Teaching Artist: May request up to $2,500 or 50% of the total project cost, whichever is less. A minimum 50% cash match is required.
For Questions or Assistance
Contact Arts in Education Director Matthew Anderson | mabanderson@nd.gov | (701) 328-7593
Artist in Residence Grant Guidelines - FY26
All applicants should read this document thoroughly before beginning the online application.
How to Apply
Application Method
Grant applications are submitted online through the NDCA online grant system.
To apply online, go to grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ndca
- Applicant Tutorial 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1H-kcWa8Qk
- Applicant Tutorial 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kAXTBAIVJI
Online applications are preferred. A pdf application is available if needed.
Artist in Residence Grant Guidelines - FY25
All applicants should read this document thoroughly before beginning the online application.