ABOUT FOUNDERS GRANTS
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Support projects unique and new to the field that will positively advance the field of theatre for young audiences nationally.
The Childrens Theatre Foundation of America believes that our future success, resiliency, and sustainability relies on placing equity at the center of every aspect of what we do. We define equity as a collaborative, continual process to ensure fair access to all.
Founded in 1958, as a philanthropic charity, CTFA pursues its goals by funding proposals designed to advance the artistic and professional interests of theatre for youth in the United States.
A major priority of CTFA is supporting theater for youth which clearly recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion that is important to the future of theatre for young audiences
CTFA’s Founders Grants are intended for established and IRS certified not-for-profit theatres with annual budgets over $1M.
The Founders committee alternates yearly grants between Concept Development (multiple awards of up to $6,000) and Project Fulfillment (one award, up to $30,000).
2026 Grant APPLICATION online: FOUNDERS PROJECT FULFILLMENT GRANT OPENS Friday, August 21 and CLOSES 11:59 PM ET, Monday, September 28, 2026
MORE ABOUT 2026 FOUNDERS Project Fulfillment GRANT