The deadline for FY26 has passed. The application for FY27 will open in spring 2026.
The Artist Growth and Development (formerly the Individual Artist Fellowship) grant program is designed to support practicing individual artists or collaborating artists residing in North Dakota. Two grants of $5,000 are awarded annually to artists for the creation of new artwork in the form of a year-long project or series that will enhance or expand their artistic skills.
Eligible Disciplines for FY26: Literature (Creative Writing) and Music
Application Deadline FY26
- Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 4:30 p.m. CST
Grant Award Range
- $5,000 maximum request
- No matching funds are required for this program
For Questions or Assistance
Contact Program Officer Lisa McCallum | lmccallum@nd.gov | (701) 328-7615
Rotating Disciplines Schedule:
FY27: Dance and Theater
FY28: Visual Arts and Media Arts
Artist Growth and Development 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