City of Bowie Arts Grants

The City of Bowie Arts Committee administers the City of Bowie Arts Grant, a reimbursable funding program that supports creative initiatives designed to benefit residents of Bowie, Maryland. The program provides financial assistance to individuals, groups, or organizations implementing arts-related projects that enrich the community through creative expression. Funded projects may include community-based dance, acting, or art classes, cultural education programs, visual and performing arts events, and other initiatives that foster public participation in the arts. The Committee’s intent is to broaden access to artistic experiences and encourage a vibrant local cultural environment. This is a reimbursable grant program, meaning applicants must initially cover the costs of their projects and then submit receipts for reimbursement. Only itemized receipts are accepted, and invoices are not valid for reimbursement purposes. Recipients must ensure that project funds are spent after official award notification. All project activities must be completed by May 31, 2026, with final reimbursement requests and evaluation reports due no later than June 2, 2026. The grant cannot cover expenses incurred before formal award approval. Eligibility is open to individuals, groups, and organizations regardless of residency, provided their proposed programs take place within the incorporated City of Bowie and demonstrably serve its residents. Applicants are required to submit a detailed proposal addressing mission alignment, project goals, activities, materials, implementation plan, timeline, recruitment methods, marketing strategies, participant eligibility, and anticipated outcomes. Supporting documentation is required, including facility confirmation, letters of support, letters of recommendation, and evidence of organizational or individual expertise. All applications must also include a completed budget form outlining requested grant use, in-kind contributions, other funding sources, and contingency plans. Applications must be submitted in a single PDF attachment via email to Allyssa Jarrett at community@cityofbowie.org, with the subject line “Arts Grant Application 2025 – [Organization Name or Applicant Last Name].” The deadline is Friday, September 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The Arts Committee reviews submissions and makes recommendations to the Bowie City Council for approval. Applicants will be notified of award decisions by October 22, 2025. Progress reports are required at intervals during the grant period on January 2, March 2, and May 2, 2026. Any project changes after award require written approval before related funds can be spent. Applicants must include signed statements regarding accuracy of information, hold harmless agreements, and fund expenditure commitments. They must also comply with applicable federal regulations tied to city funding and may be subject to audits initiated by the City Manager. Awardees are required to acknowledge grant support in all related publicity materials, using language such as “Support for the project was provided by a grant from the City of Bowie.” Additionally, recipients agree to participate in post-project evaluation with the Arts Committee. The grant cycle opens on August 1, 2025, and closes on September 19, 2025. Final reimbursements are due by May 31, 2026, and the final evaluation report is due by June 2, 2026. Questions about the application process should be directed to Allyssa Jarrett at community@cityofbowie.org or 240-695-2643. This grant is structured to strengthen Bowie’s arts landscape, ensuring that local residents have meaningful access to cultural opportunities within their community.

Ensure forms are typed and complete, submit single PDF attachment, itemized receipts required for reimbursement, do not alter templates