Current status: Open.
The Arizona Commission on the Arts is accepting FY2027 Artist Opportunity Grant Cycle B applications from individual Arizona artists for time-based opportunities that can materially advance their artistic careers.
Funding: $500-$1,500. No match is required.
Deadline: September 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST, as stated in the live Arizona Commission on the Arts SurveyMonkey Apply portal.
Eligibility: Individual artists only. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, live in Arizona, and may apply only once per cycle. Recipients may receive only one Artist Opportunity Grant every two fiscal years and may not also receive a Research & Development Grant in the same fiscal year.
Eligible uses: Opportunity-related equipment, materials and services; equipment or instrument rental; short-term studio or facility rental; shipping, freight and preparation; documentation; necessary travel; registration fees; and professional fees tied to the eligible opportunity. Supported opportunities may introduce work to new audiences, develop new skills, or strengthen an artist’s career.
Application: Submit through the Arizona Commission on the Arts SurveyMonkey Apply portal. Applicants prepare narrative responses and may upload audio responses where permitted.
Current controlling deadline: The live Arizona Commission on the Arts grant page, FY2027 Cycle B guidelines, and live SurveyMonkey Apply portal all identify September 24, 2026 as the Cycle B deadline; the live portal supplies the exact cutoff of 11:59 PM MST.
Atlas assessment: Valid Arizona state-administered arts opportunity. Atlas fit is moderate because eligibility is limited to individuals rather than organizations. N9+ Fit 0/100 and QC Healthcare Fit 0/100. No organizational CRM outreach or Atlas_Email_Queue record is appropriate for this individual-only program.