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Grants to Organizations and Groups

Q: How much funding can be received?

Grants to Organizations and Groups Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Grants to Organizations and Groups program?

To be eligible for the Grants to Organizations and Groups program, you must: Non-profit registered organizations and groups employing professional artists

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Grants to Organizations and Groups?

You can contact Arts Nova Scotia by email at artsnssubmissions@novascotia.ca.

Q: Where is the Grants to Organizations and Groups available?

The Grants to Organizations and Groups program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Q: Is the Grants to Organizations and Groups a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Grants to Organizations and Groups is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 6, 2026

Nova Scotia, Canada

Financial support for arts organizations and artist groups in Nova Scotia

Grant and Funding

Overview

This funding program provides vital support to Nova Scotia's professional arts organizations and collaborative artist groups, helping them enhance their artistic output and organizational capacity. With the maximum grant amount set at $20,000, it enables projects to advance artistic creation and presentation while fostering sector growth and public engagement.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Strengthening governance

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Nova Scotia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Creating and presenting artistic works
Strengthening organizational capacity
Developing new artistic collaborations

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Development of a community-based interactive art installation

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Non-profit professional arts organizations registered in Nova Scotia
Universities with art galleries
Groups of three or more professional artists based in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia-based publishers commissioning artists

Eligible geographic areas

Nova Scotia

Selection criteria

Artistic quality and innovation
Feasibility and planning
Community impact and engagement
Organizational capacity and track record

How to apply

Prepare a comprehensive project proposal including objectives and activitiesGather supporting documents such as organizational registration and artist resumesComplete the application form as instructed on the official websiteSend the application and supporting documents via email to the provided addressAwait notification of the review outcome and further instructions

Contacts

artsnssubmissions@novascotia.ca

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants to Organizations and Groups Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants to Organizations and Groups. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.