*Note: As of 2006, all applicants for Utah Arts Council grants and fellowships must register for a Dun and Bradstreet (DUNS) number. This number is free and can be used as an important advocacy tool for the arts. You may apply online as an Organization or an Individual. Call (801) 236-7555 if you have any questions.

Annual Original Writing Competition
This annual competition, established in 1958, has won national respect because of the reputation of its judges and the honors received by its winners. There is no entry fee for the competition, and it is open to all Utah residents.

Design Arts Competition & Exhibition  
The Utah Arts Council Design Arts Program proudly continues the annual salute and celebration of Utah’s designers with the annual exhibition DesignArts Utah.

Performing Artists Application for the Utah Performing Arts Tour
The Utah Performing Arts Tour (UPAT) offers non-profit organizations throughout the state a roster of the finest Utah artists and companies at affordable prices. For performing artists, the Utah Arts Council provides assistance developing promotion packets, marketing, creating press releases, touring and developing an audience.

Public Art Commissions
Utah's Public Art Program helps bring the arts to all of the citizens of the state through the commission and installation of site-specific art for State public buildings. Here are some opportunities.

Visual Arts Statewide Annual Competition/Exhibition
Visual arts competitions and exhibitions have been a project of the state since 1899, providing juried exhibitions open to all Utah artists and a forum from which the Permanent Collection Committee can make acquisition recommendations.