Springboard
Project Support for Greensboro Artists
Got an idea for a performance, exhibition, workshop, or community event? Springboard gives you the scaffolding to make it happen — guidance, marketing, operational support, and up to $300 in financial support per project.
Coming in early April, 2026
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How it works
Apply anytime. Hear back in 7-10 days.
Springboard is rolling admission — there are no deadlines or grant cycles. Submit your idea when you’re ready, and our review team will get back to you quickly.
1. You apply — Tell us about your project, your budget, and what support you need.
2. We review — A small committee reviews your application for feasibility, community impact, and fit with our current capacity.
3. You create — Once approved, we work together to bring your project to life.
What You Can Get
– Administrative support (contracts, logistics, planning)
– Guidance from experienced arts professionals
– Marketing and publicity through our network
– Help finding venues and volunteers
– Fiscal sponsorship (accept tax-deductible donations for your project)
– Financial support up to $300 (direct expense payments)
– Insurance coverage for your event
– Ticketing support
*Not every project needs everything. Tell us what matters most to you and we’ll tailor the support.*
Who Can Apply
Springboard is for anyone in Guilford County with a creative project idea that aligns with our mission. You don’t need a business, a nonprofit, or prior experience running events.
Requirements:
– A free Greensboro Arts Hub account
– A completed profile on the site
– A project idea you’re ready to develop
Performances, exhibitions, workshops, festivals, community events — if it’s creative and serves the community, we want to hear about it.
What to Prepare Before You Apply
The application takes about 15-20 minutes. Here’s what you’ll be asked:
Your Project
– Project name and description. What’s your vision? What will it look and feel like?
– Project type (performance, exhibition, workshop, festival, community event, or other)
– When you’d like to do it and how long it will last
– Venue and volunteer needs
Your Budget
– Expected income: ticket sales, sponsorships, personal contribution, and how much you’d like us to contribute to expenses
– Expected expenses: venue, equipment, supplies, food, marketing, artist fees, insurance, and other costs
– Don’t worry if your budget is $0 — some projects just need infrastructure support, not money
What Support You Need
– Check off what would help: fiscal sponsorship, ticketing, venue help, marketing, guidance, technical resources, insurance, funding, or volunteers
Supporting Materials (optional)
– Links to work samples (music, video, portfolio)
– Documents like letters of support, sample flyers, or pledges (PDF, images, or presentations)
Tip: You can start an application and save a draft to finish later.
Ready to get started?
Questions?