New York City Small Theatres Fund
About This Grant
Application opens: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 10am ET and
Amount: $5,000-$10,000 annually for two years
Eligibility: New York City-based theatre companies with annual budgets below $250,000. Applicants are not required to be A.R.T./New York members.
Grant Summary
New York City Small Theatres Fund is a A.R.T./New York grant providing funding that varies by award. Applications are due 2026-11-17 (closing in 15 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- New York City-based theatre companies with annual budgets below $250,000. Applicants are not required to be A.R.T./New York members.
How to Apply
Not stated by funder
2026-11-17
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for New York City Small Theatres Fund from A.R.T./New York, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to A.R.T./New York before the deadline.
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New York City Small Theatres Fund: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the New York City Small Theatres Fund?
New York City Small Theatres Fund is offered by A.R.T./New York, and its eligibility is set by the funder's own terms, which read: "New York City-based theatre companies with annual budgets below $250,000. Applicants are not required to be A.R.T./New York members." It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Check the full eligibility section of the funder's notice before applying.
How much funding does the New York City Small Theatres Fund provide?
A.R.T./New York does not publish a set award amount for New York City Small Theatres Fund, so award sizes vary. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs, and confirm the expected range with the funder.
When is the New York City Small Theatres Fund deadline?
Applications for New York City Small Theatres Fund are due 2026-11-17 (closing in 15 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, A.R.T./New York, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the New York City Small Theatres Fund?
To apply for New York City Small Theatres Fund, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from A.R.T./New York.