Access Art is proud to offer The Access Scholarship, a program created to help youth access the arts regardless of financial circumstances.

We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to explore their creativity and develop their talents without being held back by financial barriers. This scholarship is designed to support students who may not otherwise be able to afford participation in artistic activities.

The Access Scholarship can be used toward: Music lessons or instruments
 Art classes or supplies
 Dance lessons
…and so much more!

Our goal is simple: to create opportunities for all youth to embrace creative freedom and thrive in the arts.

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Financial goals: Provide up to $75,000 in scholarships by the end of our fiscal year in 2026.

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This scholarship is fully self funded by Access Art. We host events throughout the year and 100% of the proceeds from our events go towards our mission. Interested in helping, click below to find out how you can help:

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Scholarship Application Guidelines

The Access Scholarship – Supporting Youth in the Arts

The Access Scholarship is designed to help youth who may face financial barriers gain access to art-related opportunities such as lessons, supplies, instruments, workshops, and other creative experiences.

Eligibility:

• Participants must be between the ages of 5 –18.

• Must demonstrate interest and commitment to any form of the arts (visual arts, music, dance, theater, writing, etc.).

• Must show financial need (examples may include limited household resources, participation in government assistance, inability to afford lessons or materials, etc.).

• Must be a resident of Florida.

Maintaining Eligibility:

• Participant must attend at least 80% of scheduled lessons, classes, or activities funded by the scholarship in order to remain in good standing.

• Failure to meet the attendance requirement may result in suspension or cancellation of scholarship funding.

How to Apply:

1. Complete & Submit Application Form (below on our website)

   • Personal Statement

   • Provide proof of financial need

   • Provide proof of age & residency

2. Provide location and cost of your program of interest.

Selection Criteria:

Applications will be evaluated based on:

• Passion & Commitment to the arts.

• Clarity & Effort in the personal statement.

• Financial Need and impact of the scholarship.

Award Details:

• Scholarships may cover: Music lessons or art classes. Instruments or art supplies. Fees for workshops, camps, or other creative programs. Award amounts vary depending on need and available funding.

Timelines:

Applications are reviewed on the first business day of each month, and selected candidates will be notified by the end of that week via email. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and scholarships are awarded based on available funding. Programs may begin at any time following acceptance and may continue for up to six (6) months. After the six-month period, candidates are eligible to reapply.

Important Notes

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Scholarships are non-transferable and may only be used for the approved purpose(s).

• Decisions made by the scholarship committee are final.

• By accepting this scholarship, recipients agree to participate in reasonable program follow-ups, including providing updates, progress reports, or photos, if requested by the nonprofit.​

• Access Art explicitly reserves the right to decline any application or cancel any scholarship at any time and for any reason.