Nominator Portal

Nominator Responsibilities

As a nominator, we expect you to do two things:

1. Observe artistic programming by nonprofit arts organizations in Dallas County. Just like you already do, go and see theater shows, dance and music performances, visual art exhibits, poetry readings, etc.—virtual or in-person. You’re welcome to see/go to whatever interests you most on your own schedule. TACA will not stipulate how you spend your money and time. The TACA team will share programming with you that may not be on your radar along the way. Just remember, we want to keep your role as a Nominator anonymous. Think of yourself as a “secret shopper” for the arts.

2. Nominate organizations for their artistic programming. After you commit to becoming a nominator, we will give you access to complete online nomination forms. Nominations are reviewed bi-monthly by a selection committee who ultimately determines the programs that best fit our criteria of: creativity & innovation, artistic impact, and accessibility & inclusion.

For a more thorough review of the Pop-Up Grant program and Nominator responsibilities, feel free to watch the recording of a Nominator Information Session recorded on January 19, 2023, below.

watch the nominator info session

Download the 2023 TACA Pop-UP Nominator Info Session Slides

Observation & Nomination Form

To submit artistic programs that you’ve observed and to make a nomination, please click on the button below. This is for TACA-selected nominators only.

Observation & Nomination Form

Artistic Programming Resources

There’s a lot of artistic programs happening in Dallas County! Check out what’s going on around town using the resources below.

GO SEE DFW CALENDAR

DALLAS CULTURE CALENDAR

CultureMap Dallas Calendar

Key Deadlines & Dates