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Amarillo Opera http://www.arts.state.tx.us/cities/09/detail.asp?applicationid=30166

Award: $2265 To support a variety of summer arts education programs including service to at-risk youth in the Panhandle.

Amarillo Opera http://www.arts.state.tx.us/cities/09/detail.asp?applicationid=30165

Award: $4400 To support artistic fees for mainstage opera performances, plus an annual Black History Month performance; and Musica Variada, featuring Latina guest artists and students, serving the Panhandle region.

Amarillo Symphony http://www.arts.state.tx.us/cities/09/detail.asp?applicationid=30608

Award: $5380 To support artistic costs associated with the symphonic season in Amarillo.

Amber Valley Borough Council small grants scheme http://www.artsderbyshire.org.uk/export/sites/dap/documents/Amber_Vall...

Amber Valley Borough Council small grants scheme for individuals and groups.

Ambience Art Contest 2007 http://www.ambienceproductions.com.au/photocontest.htm

The Ambience Photography Contest 2008 is open to amateur and professional photographers of all ages, from all parts of the world. It is an online, global contest. All categories of photography are welcome; including post processing and computer enhanced images. Great prize money is on offer for our winners. Winning entries will be showcased on our site along with the entrant's bio. To commemorate your win, you will also receive a downloadable certificate which can be printed out and displayed on your wall for all to see.

Ambience Photography Contest 2008 http://www.ambienceproductions.com.au/photocontest.htm.

Ambience Productions announces a call to artists. The Ambience Photography Contest 2008 is open to amateur and professional photographers of all ages, from all parts of the world. It is an online, global contest. All categories of photography are welcome; including post processing and computer enhanced images. Great prize money is on offer for our winners. Winning entries will be showcased on our site along with the entrant's bio. You will also receive a downloadable certificate which can be printed out. Entry fee before 1st Feb 08 - $15 (single entry); $30 (triple entry). Prospectus: http://www.ambienceproductions.com.au/photocontest.htm. Deadline: February 29, 2008.

Ambience Productions http://www.ambienceproductions.com.au/Art%20Contest.htm

Venue: Online Awards: Cash Prizes and Certificates Eligibility: The Ambience Art Contest 2007 is open to all mediums of art; whether it be painting, graphic art, sculpting, drawing, sketching and the like. All are welcome, as too are entrants from all countries and walks of life. Fees: $20 E-mail: Darren Burton

American Academy in Berlin http://www.americanacademy.de

American Academy in Berlin, 14 E. 60th St., Suite 604, New York, NY 10022 (212) 588-1755. 40 room villa, semester-long residencies, some stipends. Exhibit space, equipment and facilities coordinated with other orgs. in Berlin. Computer access, travel, housing, 2 meals/day provided.

American Academy in Rome http://www.aarome.org

American Academy in Rome, 7 E. 60th Street, New York, NY 10022. (212) 751-7200. 11 acres atop the Janiculum, the highest hill within the walls of Rome, Italy. Residencies of 6-11 mos., 12-14 artists at a time. Nov. 15 deadline.

American Academy in Rome http://www.aarome.org/

American Academy in Rome New York, NY 10022

American Academy of Equine Art-Open Call for Artists! http://www.website: aaea.net/

DEADLINE MAY 12, 2008 - $2500 in Awards United States Kentucky, Lexington - Contests, Juried Art Shows, Art Organization The American Academy of Equine Art call for artists for its 2008 Fall Open Juried Exhibition of original work depicting the horse in any setting. Oil, acrylic, watercolor pastel, drawing and sculpture pieces may be entered. The show will be held September 19 through November 2, 2008 at the International Museum of the Horse, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. Up to10 awards of $250 to be offered. Open to all artists 18 and older. Non-refundable $40 fee covers up to three entries. Prospectus SASE to AAEA. c/o Kentucky Horse Park, 3915 Jay Trump Rd., Lexington, KY 40511, or download www.aaea.net. More information call Shelley Hunter (859) 281-6031

American Academy of Equine Art-Open Call for Artists! http://www.aaea.net/

United States Kentucky, Lexington - Contests, Juried Art Shows, Art Organization The American Academy of Equine Art call for artists for its 2008 Fall Open Juried Exhibition of original work depicting the horse in any setting. Oil, acrylic, watercolor pastel, drawing and sculpture pieces may be entered. The show will be held September 19 through November 2, 2008 at the International Museum of the Horse, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. Up to 10 awards of $250 to be offered. Open to all artists 18 and older. Non-refundable $40 fee covers up to three entries.

American Academy of Equine Art-Open Call for Artists! http://www.aaea.net/

United States Kentucky, Lexington - Contests, Juried Art Shows, Art Organization The American Academy of Equine Art call for artists for its 2008 Fall Open Juried Exhibition of original work depicting the horse in any setting. Oil, acrylic, watercolor pastel, drawing and sculpture pieces may be entered. The show will be held September 19 through November 2, 2008 at the International Museum of the Horse, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. Up to10 awards of $250 to be offered. Open to all artists 18 and older. Non-refundable $40 fee covers up to three entries. Prospectus SASE to AAEA. c/o Kentucky Horse Park, 3915 Jay Trump Rd., Lexington, KY 40511, or download www.aaea.net. More information call Shelley Hunter (859) 281-6031 or email Shelleyh@aaea.net. The American Academy of Equine Art, 3915 Jay Trump Rd., 40511, Lexington, Kentucky, United States

American Airlines http://www.aa.com

During the last two years, the company has mainly concentrate on the arts but considers all requests. Tend to concentrate on performing arts, but some visual arts considered. Send unsolicited requests via letter or fax, enclosing a short proposal to Petra Luckman, Sponsorship and Events Manager.

American Artist Relief Organization Network, Inc. http://www.americanartistnetwork.org/

encouraging celebrities and developing artists to lend their talents to needy causes.

American Artist Relief Organization Network, Inc. http://www.americanartistnetwork.org/

encouraging celebrities and developing artists to lend their talents to needy causes.

American Arts Alliance http://www.artswire.org/~aaa/

The mission of the American Arts Alliance is to be the principal advocate for America's professional nonprofit arts organizations and their publics in representing arts interests and advancing arts support before Congress and other branches of the Federal government. To achieve this mission, the Alliance will inform legislators and policy makers of the vital role of the arts in American society, and advocate the development of national policies which recognize,enhance and foster the contributions that thearts make to America.

American Arts Alliance http://www.artswire.org/~aaa/

The mission of the American Arts Alliance is to be the principal advocate for America's professional nonprofit arts organizations and their publics in representing arts interests and advancing arts support before Congress and other branches of the Federal government. To achieve this mission, the Alliance will inform legislators and policy makers of the vital role of the arts in American society, and advocate the development of national policies which recognize,enhance and foster the contributions that thearts make to America.

American Composers Forum Opportunities http://www.composersforum.org/opportunities.cfm

American Composers Forum Opportunities The American Composers Forum is committed to supporting composers and developing new markets for their music, through granting, commissioning, and performance programs. The American Composers Forum Web site lists opportunities for scores, residencies, grants, fellowships and other opportunities for composers. web: www.composersforum.org/opportunities.cfm

American Craft Council http://www.craftcouncil.org/

The Emerging Artist Grant Program was founded to provide support for artists in the beginning stages of their careers. Funding is available to emerging artists working in all craft media (clay, glass, fiber, metal, wood and mixed media) to support the creation of a new body of work, travel and research, or to attended professional development workshops.

American Dance Festival http://www.americandancefestival.org/main.html

American Dance Festival, PO Box 90772, Durham, NC 27708. Performances and school, with some artists in residence.

American Dance Festival http://www.americandancefestival.org/main.html

American Dance Festival, PO Box 90772, Durham, NC 27708. Performances and school, with some artists in residence.

American Express Foundation Grants http://www.americanexpress.com/corp/philanthropy

The funding priorities are Cultural Heritage, Leadership, and Community Service. Areas of interest include initiatives that encourage, reinforce, or develop economic self-reliance, such as school to career programs, job-related adult education, and programs that teach the fundamentals of business and economics; culture heritage--cultural diversity and cross-cultural communication; and community services--programs addressing critical local issues. Specific areas of interest include arts/culture--arts education to young people, and historic preservation; civic affairs; education--education reform, geographic literacy, and workplace preparation; health--drug abuse prevention and AIDS education; international; and social services--with emphasis on programs that support economic independence. The company is especially interested in projects that advance full participation of minorities, women, and the disabled. Types of support include general and operating support, continuing support, emergency funds, program development, and seed money. Proposals are accepted throughout the year.

American Friends Service Committee http://www.afsc.org

To develop regional cultural exchanges, including Tamejavi festivals, that encourage cross-cultural civic engagement and community building through cultural expression in the Central Valley.

American Masterpieces http://www.oregonartscommission.org/pdf/American_Masterpieces_FY09_RFP...

Call Shannon Planchon 503-229-6062 or shannon.planchon@state.or.us Postmark or e-mail Deadline: February 21, 2008 The Oregon Arts Commission seeks concept proposals from Oregon arts organizations for art projects that address the concept of American Masterpieces. Arts activity may be in any artistic discipline.

American Masterpieces http://www.spiridonov-m.ru

Pictures-state. Mikhail Spiridonov

American Masterpieces http://www.in.gov/arts/2559.htm

The National Endowment for the Arts will sponsor performances, exhibitions, tours, and educational programs allowing audiences to experience art forms that represent the best of our cultural and artistic legacy.

American Masterpieces http://www.mainearts.maine.gov/Grants/Documents/ORGANIZATIONSAPP.rtf

American Masterpieces Application Deadline: April 3, 2009 Designed to assist professional, Maine arts organizations with annual operating budgets of $500,000 or greater to present a major project such as an exhibition, performance, residency or educational programs that feature American Masterpieces.

AMERICAN MASTERPIECES http://www.culturegrants-vt.org/

New Program! The Vermont Arts Council in partnership with the Vermont Folklife Center offers funding to support presentations, residencies, performances, and/or workshops by designated American Masterpiece artists at local schools, libraries, community organizations, parks & recreation departments, libraries etc. Applicants can choose from a list of designated artists at left that celebrate the cultural heritage of Vermont including work which represents centuries-old traditions native to this region; folk and traditional artists rooted in the family and community traditions of Vermont's European settlers; and artists whose work features materials with strong links to the cultural history of this distinctive region. Grant amounts range from $250-$1500.

AMERICAN MASTERPIECES http://www.culturegrants-vt.org/

New Program! The Vermont Arts Council in partnership with the Vermont Folklife Center offers funding to support presentations, residencies, performances, and/or workshops by designated American Masterpiece artists at local schools, libraries, community organizations, parks & recreation departments, libraries etc. Applicants can choose from a list of designated artists at left that celebrate the cultural heritage of Vermont including work which represents centuries-old traditions native to this region; folk and traditional artists rooted in the family and community traditions of Vermont's European settlers; and artists whose work features materials with strong links to the cultural history of this distinctive region. Grant amounts range from $250-$1500.

American Masterpieces http://www.mainearts.maine.gov/Grants/Documents/ORGANIZATIONSAPP.rtf

Designed to assist professional, Maine arts organizations with annual operating budgets of $500,000 or greater to present a major project such as an exhibition, performance, residency or educational programs that feature American Masterpieces.

American Masterpieces - California (2006-08) http://www.cac.ca.gov/programs/am200708.php

American Masterpieces - Three Centuries of Artistic Genius is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts to acquaint Americans with the best of their cultural and artistic legacy. The California projects focus on themes that are deeply rooted in the Golden State. American Masterpieces 2007-08 tours celebrate our uniqueness 'The Hollywood Journey: Tap Dance, Music and Film' and 'Musica Festiva de las Misiones' (Festive Music of the Missions), music from the California's Hispano-Mexican Era. The tour and its funding have already been put in place.

American Masterpieces “New Deal” Project http://www.cybergrants.com/pls/cybergrants/ao_login.login?x_gm_id=1933...

In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal, this one-year program offers grants of up to $5,000 for arts projects that focus on artwork created by American New Deal era master artists, or by contemporary Wyoming master artists inspired by or documenting New Deal artwork. Applicants will need to clarify how the artist is a master artist. Projects may take place between February 23 and December 15, 2008. Planning, rehearsals or other preparatory work may begin January 1, 2008. Submit applications at least six weeks before project start date. Contact: Marirose Morris, Email: mmorri@state.wy.us, (307) 777-7723

American Masterpieces grant http://www.wyoarts.state.wy.us/Grants/index.asp

American Masterpieces grant Grant programs (electronic application process)

American Masterpieces: Dance (AMD) http://www.nefa.org/grantprog/americanmasterpieces.html

is the dance component of a major initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to acquaint Americans with the best of their cultural and artistic legacy. The AMD project celebrates the extraordinary and rich evolution of dance and choreography in the United States. With its partners, NEFA and Dance/USA, the NEA will sponsor select performances, tours, and educational programs that will reach large and small communities throughout the United States.

American Masterpieces: New Hampshire Inspirations http://www.nh.gov/nharts/grants/americanmasterpieces.htm

American Masterpieces: New Hampshire Inspirations- biannual grants to support presentations of works of American masters

American Masterpieces: New Hampshire Inspirations http://www.nh.gov/nharts/grants/americanmasterpieces.htm

American Masterpieces: New Hampshire Inspirations- annual grants to support presentations of works of American masters

American Masterpieces: NH Inspirations http://www.nh.gov/nharts/grants/docs/Form%20CommApandBu.doc

American Masterpieces: NH Inspirations

American Music Center http://www.cac.ca.gov/othergrants/ogdetail.php?id=154

USArtists International Funding for International Festivals (May deadline)

American Theatre Affiliated Writers Program http://www.tcg.org/grants/writer/writer_index.cfm

Supported by the Jerome Foundation, this opportunity is designed to stimulate high quality cultural reporting, feature writing and theatre criticism that breaks past its own boundaries. This program is only open to New York City and Minnesota residents.

American Watercolor Society 141st Exhibition http://www.americanwatercolorsociety.org

Open to all artists world-wide working in water-soluble media - watercolor, acrylic, casein, gouache and egg tempera, on paper. No collage, pastels, class work, copies, digital images or prints; original work only.

American Watercolor Society 141st Exhibition http://www.americanwatercolorsociety.org

The American Watercolor Society announces a call to artists for its 141st Exhibition, held April 1 - 27, 2008 at the Salmagundi Galleries in New York, NY. Estimated $38,000 in awards. Open to all artists world-wide working in water-soluble media - watercolor, acrylic, casein, gouache and egg tempera, on paper. No collage, pastels, class work, copies, digital images or prints; original work only. Jury of Selection: Walsh, Dodd, Freeman, McFarlane, Phillis, San Soucie. Jury of Awards: O'Connor, Chee, Holland. Submissions must be postmarked by midnight: November 15, 2007. Non-Members entry feee of $40. Send SASE to: Richard Brzozowski, 13 Fox Rd., Plainville, CT 06062

Americans for the Arts http://www.artsusa.org/get_involved/emergency_relief_fund/default.asp

Established to provide timely financial assistance to victims of a major disaster for the purpose of helping them rebuild the arts in their community. Relief funds are distributed directly to local arts agencies. Local arts agencies may use relief funds to assist with their own recovery as well as to provide needed services and funding to local nonprofit arts organizations and individual artists. Relief funds are generated by Americans for the Arts and the charitable contributions of foundations, corporations, governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals from across the country. Contributions to the Americans for the Arts Emergency Relief Fund are tax deductible. One hundred percent of all funds raised will be distributed to local arts agencies in disaster areas. (Last checked 06/04/07)

Americans for the Arts http://www.namac.org/directory_profile.cfm?id=4&cid=56&monly=0&oid=996

Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With more than 40 years of service, they are dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.

Americans for the Arts Emergency Relief Fund http://www.ww3.artsusa.org/get_involved/emergency_relief_fund/default....

Supports local arts agencies affected by disasters. It was established to provide timely financial assistance to victims of a major disaster for the purpose of helping them rebuild the arts in their community. Relief funds are distributed directly to local arts agencies and other cultural relief efforts. Local arts agencies may use relief funds to assist with their own recovery as well as to provide needed services and funding to local nonprofit arts organizations and individual artists. Typical awards range from $1000 to $5000. For more information, visit their web site or call 866-471-2787.

Americans for the Arts’ Webinars http://www.artsusa.org/events/webinars/default.asp

Americans for the Arts’ Webinars

Americas 2008: All Media http://www.minotstateu.edu/nac

Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, qualify. All works must be original and not measure over 60 in any direction. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an Americas 2000 exhibition.

Americas 2008: All Media http://www.minotstateu.edu/nac

The Northwest Art Center at Minot State University (Minot, ND) announces a call to artists for the Americas 2008: All Media juried competition, held August 25-September 26, 2008 at the Hartnett Hall Gallery. Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, qualify. All works must be original and not measure over 60 in any direction. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an Americas 2000 exhibition. Cash Merit Awards, Purchase Awards, Solo Show in 2009 for Best of Show. Juror: Rusty Freeman. Deadline: June 1, 2008. $25 for 2 entries; $5 ea. additional; limit 5. For prospectus, visit www.minotstateu.edu/nac or send SASE to: Northwest Art Center, 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58707. Questions? Please contact Avis R. Veikley at nac@minotstateu.edu or call 701.858.3264.

Americas 2008: All Media http://www.minotstateu.edu/nac

The Northwest Art Center at Minot State University (Minot, ND) announces a call to artists for the Americas 2008: All Media juried competition, held August 25-September 26, 2008 at the Hartnett Hall Gallery. Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, qualify. All works must be original and not measure over 60 in any direction. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an Americas 2000 exhibition. Cash Merit Awards, Purchase Awards, Solo Show in 2009 for Best of Show. Juror: Rusty Freeman. Deadline: June 1, 2008. $25 for 2 entries; $5 ea. additional; limit 5. For prospectus, visit www.minotstateu.edu/nac or send SASE to: Northwest Art Center, 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58707. Questions? Please contact Avis R. Veikley at nac@minotstateu.edu or call 701.858.3264.

AmerUs Group Charitable Foundation http://www.fundsnetservices.com/goto.php?sblink_id=569

We believe it's important to be part of the communities in which we live and work. AmerUs Group