2026 APPLICATION for AURAND HARRIS Theatre Grants & Individual Fellowships
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2025 HARRIS GRANT Application Open Wednesday, February 18, 2026 through 12 Noon ET Monday, March 30.
Harris grants are named for and funded by the author royalties of Aurand Harris, one of the nation's most published and performed playwrights for children and youth. Harris (1916-1996) had a deep appreciation for artists, particularly playwrights, who devoted their careers to creating quality theatre for young audiences, and for theatres who produce work for children and youth.
Harris grants are named for and funded by the author royalties of Aurand Harris, one of the nation's most published and performed playwrights for children and youth. Harris (1916-1996) had a deep appreciation for artists, particularly playwrights, who devoted their careers to creating quality theatre for young audiences, and for theatres who produce work for children and youth.
Who may apply: Aurand Harris Grants and Fellowships are intended for 501c(3) IRS certified nonprofit theatre in the United States and individual artists.
How to apply: 2026 AURAND HARRIS GRANT & FELLOWSHIP applications can be submitted online at https://ctfa.grantplatform.com. The portal will close at 12 Noon EST, Monday, March 30.
Please note: Because CTFA is a volunteer-run organization and we want to ensure that each application is given thorough consideration, we will cap applicants to the first 100 theatres and 20 individual artists.
2026 Harris Grants & Fellowships will fund projects slated to take place between June 1, 2026 and May 31, 2027.
If you have any questions when filling out the application, you may email ctfaharrisgrant@gmail.com