Community Grants

Our Community Grants Program supports arts education, community programs, and projects that promote an appreciation of our local artistic and cultural heritage. We fund initiatives across a broad spectrum, including visual arts, music, storytelling, writing, and cultural events, ensuring that art remains a vital part of our community life.

We proudly support a variety of initiatives that ensure the arts remain a vibrant and integral part of our educational and community life.

How to Submit a Proposal

Proposals can be submitted by individuals, groups, organizations, or schools. They should be 2-4 pages long and include:

  1. Contact information and affiliation of the project leader
  2. Title and brief description of the project
  3. Intended outcomes linked to the 5-TFA mission
  4. Target population and estimated reach
  5. New effort or expansion of previous efforts
  6. Action steps and timeline
  7. Overall budget and specific funding request
  8. Evaluation plan for project success
  9. Commitment to report results to 5-TFA

Submit proposals by March 15 for consideration in March, and by November 15 for consideration in November.

5-TFA Funding Priorities

Priority will be given to proposals that serve the maximum number of community members in the 5-town area. In any given year, 5-TFA will seek to fund a group of proposals that serves diverse populations and purposes.

Where to Submit a Proposal

Email: grants@5townfriendsofthearts.org

Mail three copies to:

5 Town Friends of the Arts
Community Grants Program
25 Main Street
Bristol, VT 05443

Direct any questions about submitting a proposal to: grants@5townfriendsofthearts.org

Funding Priorities

5-TFA allocates over fifty percent of annual proceeds from fundraising to the Community Grants Program. We prioritize proposals that serve the maximum number of community members in the 5-town area and seek to fund a diverse range of projects that enrich our community.