Priorities

The NEA strongly encourages applications for arts projects that focus on one or more Administration priorities, as identified below.

  • Spotlight America’s rich artistic and cultural traditions as they may intersect with activities celebrating the 2028 Olympic Games (LA 2028).
  • Originate from, or are in collaboration with:
    • American Indian and Alaska Native tribes
    • Asian American and Pacific Islander communities to support economic development
    • Hispanic Serving Institutions (definition of HSI)
    • Historically Black Colleges and Universities
  • Make America healthy again, including support for arts and health programs, including creative arts therapies, that advance the well-being of people and communities, with a special interest in supporting:
    • Military service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers
    • Patients in treatment facilities for pediatric cancer care and other childhood diseases
    • Opioid use prevention, treatment, and recovery
    • Learning for people with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities
    • Care of older adults experiencing cognitive or neurodegenerative declines
  • Advance or sustain the creative work or careers of people with disabilities through employment, industry training, technical assistance, and organizational capacity building.
  • Disaster relief and emergency response and preparedness for artists and arts organizations.
  • Empower houses of worship to serve communities through the arts.
  • Foster artificial intelligence (AI) competency for adults, youth, and educators in ways that are consistent with valuing human artistry.
  • Foster skilled trade jobs at the intersection of arts and non-arts sectors and industries.
  • Make the District of Columbia safe and beautiful.