State grantTennessee
Small Rural Partnership Support (SRPS)
Offered by Tennessee Arts Commission
Found automatically on tnartscommission.org/grants/srps. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Arts organizations chartered in Tennessee rural counties with 501(c)(3) status or public arts councils.
- How much
- Up to $50,000Up to 40% of total cash operating expenses in the most recently completed fiscal year, not to exceed $50,000. A one-to-one dollar match is required.
- By when
- Between roundsRecurring program. Next round not posted yet.First-time applicants must submit a letter requesting entry into the category by October 30 (year not specified). Current recipients are reviewed every three years but must submit a complete application annually. No specific application deadline is stated on the page.
Checked Oct 26, 2026
About this grant
The Small Rural Partnership Support (SRPS) program provides restricted operating support to qualified arts organizations chartered in one of Tennessee's rural counties. Grants are competitive and can cover up to 40% of an organization's total cash operating expenses from the most recently completed fiscal year, capped at $50,000, with a required one-to-one match.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Applicants must be legally chartered in Tennessee with headquarters and home season (or equivalent activities) in Tennessee, and have active IRS 501(c)(3) status or be a public arts council serving a broad population. Organizations must have a minimum budget of $30,000, a demonstrated history of funding from the TN Arts Commission (at least three years of Commission funding in the last five years in specified grant categories), and no current fiscal deficit. Proposed applications must involve one or more Commission-recognized art forms. A Unique Entity ID (UEI) is required. Organizations receiving revenue directly from a 'New Specialty Earmarked Plate' are ineligible.
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