Dutchess Partners in the Arts
Deadline: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 11:59 PM
What is Dutchess Partners in the Arts (DPA)? For 60 years, Arts Mid-Hudson (AMH) has taken a lead role in equitably distributing Dutchess County arts and cultural funds to Dutchess County arts/cultural nonprofit organizations so that both residents and visitors to our region can enjoy a rich offering of arts and culture. Through a partnership with the Office of the County Executive and Dutchess Tourism, AMH is pleased to partner with arts organizations to support capacity building initiatives. We seek partners with a history of achievement in the arts, good management, stable finances, and self-sustaining programs with the potential to make a measurable impact.
Capacity-Building Initiatives support initiatives that grow the capacity of arts and cultural organizations in Dutchess County. This funding opportunity is made possible through funding from the County of Dutchess.
Capacity-Building Initiative Guidelines
Capacity-Building Initiative Application
Programmatic Support funds may be used for new and existing arts and cultural events that engage visitors and residents of Dutchess County. All programs must have a stated focus on generating a measurable impact on tourism in Dutchess County. This funding opportunity is made possible through funding from Dutchess Tourism, Inc.
Programmatic Support Guidelines
Programmatic Support Application
Letter of Agreement (Only for Fiscal Sponsorship)
Info Session
Click here to watch the Information Session on YouTube
Zoom Q&A Session Schedule:
February 18 – 4:00 PM
February 24 –11:00 AM
February 28 – 2:00 PM
March 3 – 10:00 AM
March 6 – 3:00 PM
March 11 – 11:00 AM
Q&A sessions provide an informal setting to ask questions about Dutchess Partners in the Arts and hear other applicants' questions.
Click here to RSVP for the Q&A Sessions
Technical Assistance
Arts Mid-Hudson offers in-depth assistance to applicants to Dutchess Partners in the Arts. Applicants are encouraged to attend or watch the Info Session, attend a Zoom Q&A session, and/or make an appointment to discuss their ideas with the Grants & Programs Manager.
Click here to make a one-on-one appointment with the Grants Team