AWE Arts Classroom Grants

Arts in Western Education (AWE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening and expanding the arts in the six schools of the Western Albemarle County Public Schools feeder pattern. Through our teacher grants program, AWE provides direct funding to help arts educators bring creative projects and opportunities to life in their classrooms. To date, AWE has awarded over $84,000 in grants, and looks forward to funding more grants this school year!

GRANTS FOR THE 2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR ARE OPEN FROM JANUARY 29-FEBRUARY 28.

Eligibility

All arts educators (Arts, Music, Orchestra, Band, Choir, Theater) in the following schools are eligible to apply:

  • Crozet Elementary

  • Brownsville Elementary

  • V.L. Murray Elementary

  • Ivy Elementary

  • Henley Middle School

  • Western Albemarle High School

Grant Award Size

Educators may apply for grants of up to $1,500 to support classroom projects, performances, equipment, and other arts-related needs.

GRANT APPLICATION