Why are organizations going to be limited to three Challenge America grants in a row?
To ensure that Challenge America Fast-Track funding reaches new organizations and their communities of underserved populations with limited access to the arts. When does this limitation go into effect This change will go into effect with next year’s guidelines, in FY 2012. We are mentioning it in this year’s guidelines (FY 2011) to give everyone a “heads up.” Starting next year, if you have received Challenge America Fast-Track grants for three years in a row (FY 2009, 2010, and 2011), you will not be eligible to apply to the Fast-Track category for FY 2012 support. During FY 2012, you may apply to other Arts Endowment funding opportunities including Access to Artistic Excellence and Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth. You would be able to apply to the Challenge America Fast-Track category again in FY 2013.
