Grants of up to $2,500 to Maine nonprofit arts organizations in partnership with artists for activities that benefit senior citizens. Funding is intended for hiring pre-selected artists to work together with grantee organizations in conducting arts programming in community settings. Eligible programs should focus on social engagement, mastery of new skills, and intergenerational exchange.
The Maine Arts Commission’s Creative Aging program is grounded in the belief that the arts play a powerful role in enhancing the quality of life of older adults. Designed to generate opportunities for lifelong learning, social engagement and mastery of skills, the program provides new creative possibilities for adults over 55.
The Creative Aging grant supports the collaboration between artists and organizations in developing high-quality, participatory, arts programs for older adults. Funds are available to support the hiring of teaching artists to work in community settings such as libraries, senior centers, arts organizations, and assisted- and independent-living centers. Teaching artists must be chosen from the Maine Arts Commission’s Creative Aging Teaching Artist Roster.
Successful programs will:
Eligible Expenses
Award funds may be used for expenses related to developing high-quality, participatory arts programs for older adults. Funds are available to support the hiring of teaching artists, the purchase of buying or renting materials or equipment, costs associated with production and documentation of the work, etc.
Estimated Size of Grant:
Award Cycle: April 7 to October 31, 2022
Online application portal:
https://mainearts-grants.maine.gov/account/login
Creative Aging Staff Contact:
David Greenham
Executive Director
David.greenham@maine.gov
207-287-2710
Maine Arts Commission
193 State Street
25 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333-0025
207/287-2724