Arts for Diverse Learners
(Formerly known as Arts for Multilingual Learners and Students with Disabilities)
Application Deadline: 11:59pm on Friday, June 20, 2025
This grant program advances equitable access to inclusive arts education by funding arts partnerships between eligible schools and experienced, local arts organizations. Grantees receive up to $15,000 for a multi-week arts residency which takes place during the school day and specifically developed for the unique needs of the targeted population. This grant program also aims to promote collaboration between classroom professionals and experienced teaching artists; and cultivate more school-based inclusive teaching practices for arts instruction. To learn more about the Arts for Diverse Learners grant program, read the 2025-2026 Request for Proposals. To apply, visit our application portal.
For guidance specific to your school’s application, reach out to your Borough Arts Director. Other inquiries can be directed to Alexa Fairchild, Manager of Arts for Diverse Learners.
Arts for Early Learners
Application Deadline: 11:59 PM on Friday, June 20, 2025
This grant program advances the arts as vital to early childhood education by funding arts partnerships between eligible schools and experienced, local arts organizations. Grantees receive up to $10,000 for arts programming specifically developed for early learners and their families. The grant program aims to foster welcoming environments and encourage active family participation to build strong school cultures that empower families to support their children’s artistic growth. To learn more about the Arts for Early Learners grant program, read the 2025-2026 Request for Proposals. To apply, visit our application portal.
For guidance specific to your school’s application, reach out to your Borough Arts Director. Other inquiries can be directed to Senior Director for Art Education, Dorothy Robles.