NH CARES funding is for salary and facilities costs of nonprofit cultural organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding category recognizes that the nonprofit arts industry is an important sector of New Hampshire’s economy, and that financial support is necessary to help save jobs and keep operations functioning for organizations that add value to the creative life of our communities. NH CARES funds are intended to help these entities and their employees endure the economic hardships caused by the pandemic and to expedite the distribution of critical funds to a broad constituency and geographic range, as quickly as possible.
Click here to download the grant guidelines in PDF format.
Click here to download the budget form in MS Excel format.
Click here to download the budget form in PDF format.
Please watch the video tutorials below for more information.
Online Application System Instructional Video
Budget Form Instructional Video
Questions about COVID-19-related funding from the Arts Council can be directed to Director Ginnie Lupi at virginia.lupi@dncr.nh.gov. Please note that email is preferable due to the volume of questions and remote work.
For accessibility accommodation requests including alternate formats please contact Cassandra Mason at Cassandra.mason@dncr.nh.gov or 603-271-7926.
