Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)
Offered by Arizona Commission on the Arts (AZ Youth Arts Council)
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About this opportunity
Microgrants of $250–$500 for Arizona youth artists aged 12–17 to develop their artistic practice outside school hours; music lessons, workshops, supplies and equipment are eligible. The FY2028 round is open until 11:59 pm on 10 December 2026, with panel review in February 2027, awards in April 2027 and a funding period of 1 July 2027 – 30 June 2028. Applications must be written by the young artists themselves.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the deadline for Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)?
- The current deadline is December 10, 2026.
- Who offers Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)?
- Arizona Commission on the Arts (AZ Youth Arts Council) runs it, from Arizona (statewide), USA.
- What funding or support does Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028) offer?
- $250–$500
- Who can apply for Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)?
- From the funder's description, it's aimed at artists.
- How do I apply for Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)?
- You apply on the funder's own site. The link is on this page: with a free GrantGigs account for deadlines in the next 30 days, or with Pro for later ones. If applications are new to you, our guide on how to apply for music grants walks through the whole process. Read the guide →
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Arizona Commission on the Arts — Creative Youth Grant (FY2028)