Presenting Nebraska’s State Poet grants

About this program

The Nebraska Arts Council is offering Presenting Nebraska’s State Poet grants for FY2026 to provide financial assistance to host events featuring the current Nebraska State Poet, Jewel Rodgers. Eligible applicants are Nebraska-based nonprofit organizations and accredited public or private schools that will present performances or readings with the State Poet. School-based presentations must include an attestation that they will follow the host school's health guidelines, and applicants should consult the NAC program guidelines for application deadlines and award details.