State grantTennessee
Small Urban Partnership Support (SUPS)
Offered by Tennessee Arts Commission
Found automatically on tnartscommission.org/grants/sups. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Tennessee-chartered arts nonprofits or public arts councils with budgets of at least $30,000.
- How much
- Up to $45,000Up to 30% of total cash operating expenses in the most recently completed fiscal year, not to exceed $45,000. Requires a one-to-one match.
- 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; next occurrence would be 2027-10-30). Annual application deadlines are not stated on this page.
Checked Oct 26, 2026
About this grant
The Small Urban Partnership Support (SUPS) program provides restricted operating support to qualified arts organizations chartered in one of Tennessee's designated urban counties. Grants are competitive, require a one-to-one match, and can fund up to 30% of total cash operating expenses, capped at $45,000. Applicants must have a minimum budget of $30,000 and a demonstrated history of Tennessee Arts Commission funding.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Must be legally chartered in Tennessee with headquarters and home season in Tennessee; must have active IRS 501(c)(3) status or be a public arts council serving a broad population. Minimum budget of $30,000. Must have received Tennessee Arts Commission funding in at least three of the last five years in specified grant categories, with at least one year including direct Commission funding (non-Arts Build Communities). Must involve one or more recognized art forms. No current fiscal deficit allowed. Must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI). Organizations receiving revenue directly from a 'New Specialty Earmarked Plate' are ineligible.
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