FCA Emergency Grants

Foundation for Contemporary Arts · $500 to $3,000 (average about $2,200)

RollingYear-round; decisions monthly

_Who can apply_

Individuals

US-based visual and performing artists and poets facing unexpected costs on a project close to completion with a confirmed show or performance date.

_Disciplines_

Visual ArtsPerformance ArtDanceMusicTheaterPoetry

_Award_

$500 to $3,000 (average about $2,200)

_Deadline_

No fixed deadline

Year-round; decisions monthly

_How to apply_

_Notes_

Quick project rescue money for experimental work that has a booked venue or date.

_Source_

Community submission · original listing

Last checked October 26, 2026