Newcomb Institute is seeking proposals for funding from the Dorothy Beckemeyer Skau Art and Music Fund. This fund supports programs in art and music, with a strong preference for projects that involve and engage undergraduate students and that connect with the Newcomb Institute’s mission of advancing gender equity.
Who May Apply: Faculty and staff in the art and music departments and the Newcomb Art Museum or other Tulane faculty who have a compelling art or music-based project.
Grant Awards: The grant program will make awards of up to $10,000 per project. We may choose to fund one large project or several small projects.
Application Materials:
Applications for funding are considered in the spring grant cycle, with a due date of May March 15, 2025.
Proposals submitted in spring 2025 should be for the 2025-26 academic year and will include:
- Project statement describing the purpose of the project and a timeline for project completion (2-3 pages)
- A statement describing undergraduate student involvement and connection to the Newcomb Institute mission (1-2 pages)
- Budget statement itemizing project expenses and requested funding
Application here: https://tulane.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/643908
For past Skau grantees, a grant report can be submitted using this form: https://tulane.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/643898
For more information, contact:
Laura Wolford, Associate Director of Newcomb Institute, Director of Operations
lwolford@tulane.edu
