Dance Advancement Fund

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Dance Advancement Fund

 Made possible by the generous support of the Howard Gilman Foundation and Ford Foundation, Dance/NYC invited dance making organizations and groups based in the metropolitan NYC area with operating budgets of $25,000-$250,000 to submit applications for awards through the fourth iteration of the Dance Advancement Fund.

Selected dance-making organizations and groups received general operating support grants ranging from $6,000 to $40,000, awarded over a two-year period, including ongoing professional development from September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2026. The grantees of this program were announced on October 29, 2024.

Grantees

Grantees

More about the recipients of the third iteration of the program

 
Overview

Overview

Learn about the fund in further detail

 
Application & Timeline

Application & Timeline

Learn more about how to apply

 
Fund Components

Fund Components

Learn more about what’s included in the fund

 
Eligibility

Eligibility

Review the eligibility requirements and funding priorities

 
Get Help

Get Help

Access application support including: EOI & application guide, webinars, one-on-one technical assistance and FAQ

 

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