2026-27 TourWest

Creative West’s TourWest grant program, supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, provides funding to presenters and presenting organizations to bring touring performers and literary artists to communities throughout the Western region. To ensure funds are awarded and disbursed quickly, this year's grant cycle will not have a panel review process and all eligible applicants will receive a flat funding amount. For more information, please review the 2026-2027 TourWest Grant Guidelines. Eligibility: Must be incorporated in and currently conducting business in the Creative West region and be one of the following:

• a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• a unit of state or local government
• a nonprofit institution of higher education
• a federally recognized Indian tribal government

Grant Amount: Flat award likely between $2,000 and $3,000, determined based on the number of eligible applicants (1:1 cash match required)

Period of Performance:  October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027