Entry to Arts Organizations and Arts Programs (AOAP)
Entry to Arts Organizations and Arts Programs (AOAP) is the point of entry for organizations or programs to
the AOAP track. Entry to AOAP supports eligible arts organizations and arts programs that have a history of at least two years of consistent arts/cultural programming.
For current grantees: download the Reimbursement Request and Final Report template here (XLS).
PCA Funding Restrictions
The PCA does not fund the following, nor can the match for PCA funds be used for these expenses:
- Capital expenditures, including equipment costing $500 per item or more.
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Activities for which academic credit is given.
- Activities that have already been completed.
- Activities that have a religious purpose.
- Performances and exhibitions not available to the general public.
- Performances and exhibitions outside Pennsylvania.
- Cash prizes and awards.
- Benefit activities.
- Hospitality expenses -- i.e. receptions, parties, gallery openings.
- Payments to lobbyists.
- Competitions.
Appeals Process
Appeals Process