DCEA ANNUAL GRANTS
ADVANCING THE ARTS
Annual grants are awarded to deserving local artists and organizations who propose projects promoting, strengthening, or advancing the Arts in Darke County. Contributions to the General Fund can directly benefit local citizens by providing hands-on experience with the Arts.
Those wishing to apply for funds can fill out and submit the grant application form (below).
GRANT APPLICATION
INFORMATION CONCERNING GRANT
The purpose of this Endowment is to assist donors, organizations and individuals to achieve their charitable, literary or educational purposes in areas related to the arts; and to meet needs that cannot otherwise be met. To be eligible to receive funding, an applicant must be located in or provide artistic related programs or services in Darke County, Ohio. Eligible applicants include organizations, individuals or governmental units which further the presentation of or education in the arts. Projects appropriate for consideration may include: innovative plans and programs which increase the quality and stature of the arts; plans for increasing accessibility to the arts for more residents; programs that enable collaboration between arts groups; programs which increase opportunities for residents to participate in the arts; and the recognition of exceptional artistic achievement and for the maintenance and development of art facilities.
2026 DCEA GRANT DEADLINE
Applications MUST be received on or before April 24, 2026.
GRANT RECIPIENTS
The Darke County Endowment for the Arts is proud to support a variety of creative programs and organizations that enrich our community. Past grant recipients include Missoula Children's Theater, which brings immersive theater experiences to local youth; The Anna Bier Gallery, dedicated to showcasing and promoting visual arts; The Greenville Municipal Band, a cherished tradition providing live musical performances; and Main Street Greenville's Artisan Stroll Event, celebrating local artists and makers. These grants help sustain and grow the arts in Darke County, ensuring continued access to creative experiences for all.
2022 DCEA GRANT RECIPIENT
VERSAILLES HIGH SCHOOL
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT
We want to thank the Darke County Endowment for the Arts for the kind donation/grant money to purchase this High School Silver Trombone. Freshman Xavier Simon was overjoyed to be chosen to play this new instrument. Xavier is very active in the music program here at Versailles. He has participated in marching band, concert band, solo and ensemble and multiple honors bands.
Respectfully,
Ronda Stammen
Versailles Band Director
ASBDA
OMEA District XI Past-President
Xavier Simon pictured with the new Silver Trombone purchased with funds from the DCEA Grant Program
2018 DCEA GRANT RECIPIENT
GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT
To Whom It May Concern:
This past year the Darke County Endowment for the Arts rewarded the Greenville Band Program $2600 to purchase a new French Horn. We were able to complete this project through Rettig Music and purchase a Conn 6D Double Horn. This gave us the opportunity to give each student their own instrument and prevent sharing of instruments. We currently have 6 French Horn players in our program and they all play on operational instruments and can now succeed at a higher level. I have forwarded a picture of the instruments with the student whom is using it. This student is Anna Chavez she is a senior is music and performs in the top choir ensembles, the top band ensemble, and was our drum major for the Greenville band of pride for 2 years. I have also attached to this email our recent holiday concert program where you can a thank you section highlighting the Darke County Endownment for the Arts for granting us this opportunity to purchase a new instrument.
Sara Lewis, Band Director
5-12 Instrumental Music
Greenville Band of Pride
"Special Thanks" included in the Greenville Instrumental Music Concert program (December 2018).
Anna Chavez pictured with the new French Horn purchased with funds from the DCEA Grant Program