Our Newest Grant
In addition to much SETC scholarship/award assistance for actors, technicians, playwrights and teachers, SETC is pleased to offer this newest grant to specifically assist individuals/organizations looking to advance and strengthen their spheres in regard to Arts Administration.
Program Purpose
In 2019, SETC established the Betsey Horth Arts Administration Advancement Grant to support either individual theatre professionals or theatre organizations in developing, retuning, or expanding leadership and/or management skills or areas. As the espousal of artists is more-than-ever needed and the business of art continues to evolve, SETC encourages continuing education for Arts Administrators and the development of the organizations they lead. The stability and progress of an arts organization or project relies heavily on the competency and leadership of its administrative team and volunteer leadership such as a Board of Directors.
The Arts Administration Advancement Grant may be used by an individual who is either a seasoned professional looking for leadership development, specialized training, or skills improvement or an Arts Administration student wishing to expand their leadership/management experience outside of their regular course of study. The Grant may also be used by a theatre organization or service group to assist with hiring a newly graduated Arts Administration professional (position to be detailed and not an intern/apprentice) or for an organization that is looking to develop its staff and leadership as a group which might include training in fundraising, strategic planning, social media, governance, etc.
Grant Application Deadline
October 20, 2022 at 11:59 ET
Award
One grant of $1,000 will be awarded to either an individual or non-academic theatre organization.
Eligibility
Organizations are eligible to apply for the Betsey Horth Arts Administration Advancement Grant if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
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- Current SETC Organizational Member
- Located anywhere in the United States
- Non-academic professional or community theatre
- Proposed coursework, trainings, consultations, etc. must comply with all applicable federal (including Fair Labor Standards Act), state and local laws and ordinances.
- Must have 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status as defined by the IRS for at least two years
Individuals are eligible to apply for the Betsey Horth Arts Administration Advancement Grant if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
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- Current SETC Individual Member
- Located anywhere in the United States
Program Consideration
Individuals/Organizations receiving grants through the Betsey Horth Arts Administration Advancement Grant program are responsible for identifying opportunities or issues/weaknesses to be resolved that the grant can support. Programs may include:
For Professionals:
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- Leadership Development, Specialized Training, Skills Improvement
For Students:
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- Expansion of Leadership/Management Experience (Outside of Regular Course of Study)
For Non-Academic Organizations:
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- Hiring a Newly Graduated Arts Administration Professional (Not an Intern/Apprentice)
- Staff & Leadership Development (Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Governance, etc.)
2022-2023 Grant Recipient
Jeremy Kisling
Jeremy Kisling has taught, directed, and performed for young people for over 30 years. He began his journey as the Producing Artistic Director at Lexington Children’s Theatre in January 2021. He received his B.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of Northern Iowa and his M.F.A. in Drama and Theatre for Youth from the University of Texas at Austin. He authored stage versions of Why Mosquitoes Buzz, Anansi the Spider, The Princess Who Lost her Hair, and The Ghosts of Pineville. He has been honored to serve on the board and executive committee of the Southeastern Theatre Conference and the American Alliance of Theatre and Education. He is a proud graduate of Leadership Lexington in 2019. He is honored to share his life with Amie, his wife, and his wonderful son, Leo.
About Betsey Horth
The program was started in honor of Betsey Horth’s 20-year tenure as the Executive Director of the Southeastern Theatre Conference. An exceptional leader, manager, and collaborator, Betsey served countless theatre professionals and organizations by being a driving force behind SETC’s convention, publications, and relationships. Betsey fostered and embraced SETC’s evolution from a regional to national theatre organization, maintained SETC’s financial stability during major growth, and spearheaded expanding SETC’s programming into year-round events and service. She is SETC’s Executive Director Emeritus and has been honored with SETC’s most prestigious honors, the Suzanne M. Davis Memorial Award and induction to the SETC Hall of Fame.
