VSA arts and the MetLife Foundation invite proposals from arts organizations working to create or enhance inclusive educational programs that undertake all of the following: incorporate inclusive teaching practices; provide access to students with all types of disabilities; develop social, cognitive, and artistic skills; involve people with disabilities in planning and implementation; build staff, teacher, and/or artist knowledge and skill of inclusive practices; and collaborate with public schools, actively engaging students, parents, and school administrators.
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) performing and/or exhibiting arts organizations including museums, theaters, and multidisciplinary arts presenters that are creating or have an established educational program are eligible to apply. Organizations must have as their primary mission the goal of advancing the arts and/or a specific art form.