Cultural Opportunity Grant Program

The Lane County Cultural Coalition is accepting applications for its Cultural Opportunity Grant Program. Donor Name: Lane County Cultural Coalition State: Oregon County: Lane County (OR) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 10/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Cultural Opportunity Grants are funded by the Oregon Cultural Trust and administered by the Lane County Cultural Coalition. The intent of this grant program is to support and protect Oregon culture by: Protecting and stabilizing cultural resources, creating a solid foundation for the future. Expanding public awareness and improving the quality of arts, humanities, and heritage. Increasing access to and use of culture in Oregon. Ensuring that Oregon-based cultural resources are strong and dynamic contributors to quality of life in Oregon’s communities. Priorities The Lane County Cultural Coalition has identified three priorities for funding.  Applicants will be expected to address one of the three priorities with their grant application. These priorities are: Access- Cultural activities in Lane County will be affordable, accessible and inclusive throughout Lane County. Project strategies may include, but are not limited to: Subsidizing venue cost Subsidizing tickets Subsidizing artist fees Subsidizing transportation cost Creating traveling or online programming  Creating and maintaining electronic resources Preserving historic properties. Awareness- Residents of Lane County will have increased awareness of cultural activities. Project strategies may include, but are not limited to: Supporting marketing and public relations efforts Supporting advocacy efforts Reaching new audiences Enhancing visibility and promoting cultural activities Education– Encourage cultural education in Lane County. Project strategies may include, but are not limited to: Creating programs in schools and other community venues Developing participatory workshops and activities Establishing mentorships Supporting subjects that are under-funded in traditional, public educational systems Subsidizing instructor fees Funding Information Grants are for up to $2,500 for projects taking place between January 1st and December 31st, 2025.  Eligibility Criteria Individuals, groups, organizations, educational institutions, public organizations, and for-profit andnon-profit businesses are eligible to apply for this grant. Limitations The following are not eligible for Cultural Opportunity Grant funding: Tuition assistance for college, university, or other formal courses of study; Projects that have already been completed; Grants to offset project deficits; and Events whose primary purpose is a non-cultural cause. Projects or initiatives whose primary purpose is associated with fundraising, such as donorrecognition, solicitation, or grant writing. For more information, visit LCCC.