Arts and Culture Capital Support in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

The William Penn Foundation is accepting applications to support projects that improve existing arts and culture spaces to connect more Philadelphians to high-quality arts and culture experiences. Donor Name: William Penn Foundation State: Pennsylvania and New Jersey City: Philadelphia and Camden County: Bucks County (PA), Chester County (PA), Delaware County (PA), Montgomery County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/25/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: WPF is requesting proposals for 1-3-year projects to address direct capital improvement of a space that is currently owned by the applicant, or improvement for a space under long-term lease by the applicant. Projects may also address one-time major equipment purchases, including but not limited to technology, equipment to support artistic production and presentation, safety, and accessibility. They are most interested in prioritizing projects that make it possible for all Philadelphians, including people with disabilities and those who have been most affected by economic inequity, racial discrimination, or other forms of injustice to benefit from high-quality arts and culture experiences—in spaces that are designed and equipped to be safe, welcoming, and engaging. They are most interested in prioritizing spaces that are integral to the overall arts and culture experience, where participants can see themselves and their communities, and develop a sense of belonging. Funding Information WPF has a total of $5 million available to advance this objective at this time. They aim to consider a range of projects. There is no minimum or maximum that organizations may request but the most competitive proposals will likely be those with total requests under $750,000 and spaces owned by the organization. The grant amount requested should be proportionate with the contribution that the project will make to the overall objective. At least $1 million of the total amount awarded under this RFP will be reserved for grants to organizations that have budgets under $2 million per year and are led by and/or serving individuals who are members of groups with a history of discrimination or exclusion. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as 501(c)3 public charities or operate under a public charity fiduciary. Applicants must have received a William Penn Foundation grant within the past 10 years. Applicants must currently own their proposed physical space; or must hold a long-term lease for a minimum of the next 8 years. Eligible organizations include: Arts and culture organizations: organizations with a mission that centers on the creation, performance, and/or presentation of artistic and cultural programs and practices that are inclusive, equitable and have social impact. Arts education organizations: community art schools, community youth arts organizations, creative youth development organizations that work to make high-quality arts education accessible for youth ages 5-18. The majority of the funding will be awarded to projects in the City of Philadelphia. However, projects in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties, and the City of Camden, NJ will also be considered. For more information, visit WPF. Related Posts:GitLab Foundation’s AI for Economic Opportunity FundJoseph Robert Foundation Grant ProgramThe John A. and Margaret Post Foundation Grant – New…Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American ArtFHIP Education and Outreach Initiative-Test…American Postdoctoral Research Leave FellowshipAmerican Short-Term Research Publication GrantsAmerican Dissertation Fellowship for WomenBJA: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant ProgramPennsylvania: Fresh Food Financing InitiativePennsylvania: Fresh Food Financing InitiativeOpera Grants for Women Composers: Discovery Grants 2024-2025Innovation in Dairy Processing and Packaging Grant2024-25 AbbVie Foundation Health Equity AcceleratorACLS Digital Justice Seed GrantsRHS: Consolidated Multifamily Housing Technical…HUD: Older Adults Home Modification Grant ProgramAAUW’s General Operating Support Grants2025 Indian Tribes and Intertribal Consortia for…Training and Technical Assistance for Rural, Small…Grants for Change Program for BIPOC Communities