INTERIM GRANTS
Funding for special arts projects or unexpected opportunities.
Projects must take place between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
Regular season programming is not funded.
Deadline: Apply at least 30 days before the project begins. Apply online [linked here].
ORGANIZATIONS
- Funding
- Up to 50% of project costs (max $1,000)
- Dollar-for-dollar match required
- Up to 50% of project costs (max $1,000)
- Examples of Use
- Special arts activities
- Transportation for K–12 students or individuals with disabilities
- Expert help with programs, administration, or technology
- Professional development for staff or board members
- Other special opportunities may also be considered
- Special arts activities
- Who Can Apply
- Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations verify 501(c)(3) status at the [IRS website]
- Units of state or local government
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Registered nonprofits in “good standing” with the SD Secretary of State
[SDSOS website]
Deadline: Apply at least 30 days before the project begins. Apply online [linked here].
EDUCATORS
- Funding
- Up to $1,000 for project costs
- No match required
- The teacher is the applicant, not the school. Funds are paid directly to the teacher.
- Up to $1,000 for project costs
- Examples of Use
- Classroom supplies
- Teacher workshops or conferences
- Creating arts curriculum
- Guest artists in the classroom
- Student field trips to unique arts events
- Technology for arts learning
- Other special opportunities may also be considered
- Classroom supplies
- Who Can Apply
- K–12 teachers in South Dakota public, private, or tribal nonprofit schools
- Homeschool teachers who are part of a 501(c)(3) homeschool association (must benefit multiple students)
- Teachers do not need to be arts specialists
- K–12 teachers in South Dakota public, private, or tribal nonprofit schools
Deadline: Apply at least 30 days before the project begins. Apply online [linked here].
Who Cannot Apply
- Colleges and universities
- Other post-secondary institutions/instructors
- Statewide Services Grant recipients
Deadline: Apply at least 30 days before the project begins. Apply online [linked here].
- Complete the online application form through Adobe Sign [application link].
- Attach required documents directly in the webform or email them to: kathryn.vandel@state.sd.us
- Contact SDAC staff with questions [staff list link].
For Educator Applicants Only:
- Enter your name on the line labeled “Applicant Organization.”
- The applicant is the teacher, not the school.
- Grant awards are paid directly to the teacher.
Required Materials
All Applicants
- Application Form (submitted through Adobe Sign [application link])
- Grant Narrative (up to 3 pages) that includes:
- A clear description of the project/activity
- Why SDAC support is needed
- How the project will benefit your community, students, or school
- What need(s) it addresses, the expected outcomes, and how success will be measured
- A clear description of the project/activity
- Budget Page with cost estimates and explanations (e.g., how mileage was calculated)
- Optional Supporting Materials (lesson plans, photos, programs, posters, reviews, or letters of support)
Educator Applicants: MUST Include a resume with your application.
Evaluation
- A short Evaluation Form is due within 30 days after your project ends.
- The form will be provided with your award and is available at [evaluation link].
- Future grant eligibility depends on completing your evaluation.