Grants for Nonprofits - Arts

The City of Spokane Valley in Washington is offering a grant of over $1 million, funded by local lodging taxes, for projects that promote tourism through marketing, special events, and operations of tourism-related facilities, with the aim to boost economic activity in the city in 2025.

This grant provides financial and technical assistance to local organizations and governments in Syracuse to create and improve affordable housing options for residents.

The Kern Community Foundation's Women’s and Girls’ Fund is offering grants between $10,000 to $100,000 for one year to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kern County, California, that aim to enhance educational attainment and STEM interest for women and girls, with a focus on improving test scores, literacy, graduation rates, and vocational training opportunities.

This grant provides funding for tax-exempt organizations and local government agencies to support community-focused projects and activities in Coös County, NH, and neighboring areas in New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont.

Through the CLMP Capacity-Building Grant Program, nonprofit literary magazines and presses may apply for grants to support projects that aim to create a sustainable and effective organization related to fundraising, marketing, distribution, web development, and other areas; skill-building opportunities for staff and board members; strategic and succession planning; diversity and equity initiatives; and leadership development and management training. Donor Name: Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP) State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Literary magazines and presses may apply to the CLMP Capacity-Building Grant Program for grants of $5,000 or $10,000 to support capacity-building initiatives. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be nonprofit literary magazines and/or presses based in the United States or U.S. Territories. Applicants must have 501(c)3 status or have a fiscal sponsor. Applicants must primarily publish literary works (over 50% of work published must be fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, drama, and/or literary reviews). Applicants that primarily publish children’s literature, children’s writing are not eligible. Self-publishers (over 50% of content published by authors on staff) and “hybrid” publishers (in which authors pay for part or all of publication costs) are not eligible. Applicants must have published at least one title or issue within the past 18 months. Review Process Applications will be reviewed based on the following criteria: Completeness of application and clarity of proposal Feasibility of capacity-building project as described Potential impact on organizational capacity and/or sustainability Submitted work samples Previous Capacity-Building funding from the Academy of American Poets and CLMP will be considered, in addition to separate Hawthornden Foundation funding. For more information, visit CLMP.

The City of Claremont is currently accepting grant applications for the 2025 calendar year Community Based Organization (CBO) Program. Donor Name: City of Claremont State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The CBO Program’s mission is to partner with non-profit service providers in order to strengthen the social, economic, and family infrastructure in the Claremont community. Within the overall grant program there are two funding programs, General Services and Homeless Services/Critical Need, with separate funding sources. Funding will be awarded to those programs/projects that best address the community’s needs and priorities. The Community-Based Organization (CBO) Grant Program was designed to address the social service needs of Claremont residents by supporting nonprofit agencies in developing programs, which meet both new & emerging needs of the community. They are pleased to again offer the program in 2025. Grants for community based organizations are categorized two ways: Grants that provide funding for homeless services/critical need. Grants that provide funding for general services, including the categories of health and wellbeing, special needs, children/education, seniors, arts, and environmental. For more information, visit City of Claremont.

Capacity Building Grant Program Overview: The Capacity Building Grant Program is a biennial initiative alternating with the Special Projects Grant Program. The fiscal year 2025 (FY25) Building Capacity grant application period commences on April 2, 2024. Purpose: The Arts & Culture Capacity Building Grant Program aims to provide funding for initiatives fostering sustainable and efficient organizational development. Eligible organizations can request grants of up to $8,000 to support capacity-building endeavors. Definition of Capacity Building: As per the National Council of Nonprofits, capacity building encompasses activities essential for elevating a nonprofit's operational, programmatic, financial, or organizational maturity. It's a continuous improvement strategy geared towards establishing sustainable and effective organizations. Examples of Capacity-Building Initiatives: Strategic planning Development of fundraising strategies Marketing/communications enhancements Improvements in donor experience Nonprofit 101 training for staff/board members Leadership development Project/program development and management Volunteer management Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) training Eligibility Requirements: Eligible Applicants: Arts and culture organizations meeting grant guidelines Nonprofit 501(c)(3) entities with at least two years of programming documentation and two Form 990s Official business address within Dubuque city limits Service provision to Dubuque residents within city limits Clean compliance record and good standing with City of Dubuque’s Arts and Culture Grant Program(s) Ineligible Applicants: For-profit entities, businesses, or sole proprietors Educational institutions (K-12 schools, colleges, universities, community colleges) City of Dubuque government departments/entities Individual artists Non-arts and culture nonprofits (e.g., social service, religious institutions) Organizations with delinquent City of Dubuque Arts and Culture Grant Program Final Reports Fiscal agent/sponsor usage is prohibited Funding Guidelines and Timeline: Funding Guidelines: Grant requests ranging from $4,000 to $8,000 accepted Requests below $4,000 will not be considered 1:1 cash match required; personnel time ineligible for cash match FY25 Grant Timeline: April 2, 2024: Informational webinar available; online application opens May 10, 2024, by 11:59 p.m.: Grant applications due via Slideroom July 9, 2024: Award notification August 2024: Anticipated fund disbursement Application Process: Applications submitted via SlideRoom, exclusively through the online portal Deadline for FY25 applications: May 10, 2024, by 11:59 p.m. Late, incomplete, or ineligible applications will not be considered Resources:

The NYSCA/GHHN Preservation Supplies Grant is an opportunity under the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Grant Program partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN) that provides funds to purchase collection management supplies for museums, historical, and cultural organizations in New York State. Donor Name: Greater Hudson Heritage Network State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Applicants who have consulted with an appropriate professional (i.e., completed a MAP, CAP, NEA’s Small Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions, C2CNYS Circuit Rider, GHHN’s Collections Needs Assessment Program, etc.) or by knowledgeable staff may request funds to purchase collection management supplies and shipping. If an organization has limited experience in rehousing collections, they should work with a Site Assessment consultant to provide guidance in selecting appropriate supply materials. Funding Information Applicants may request funds up to $650 for general collections management needs. No match is required. Supplies may include, but are not limited to: storage boxes, acid-free tissue paper, artifact trays, dividers, UV filtering film, Tyvek sheeting, cotton tying tape, item ID tags, HEPA vacuums, dehumidifiers, polyester batting, Ethafoam, environmental monitors, etc. Eligibility Criteria  Applications will be accepted from chartered nonprofit museums, historical organizations or other cultural institutions either incorporated in or registered to do business in NYS, that own, care for and exhibit collections to the public. GHHN membership is not required. Federal & municipal museums and historic sites must contact the GHHN to discuss eligibility. Sites owned by state agencies and religious institutions are ineligible. Organizations with budgets under $250,000 are strongly encouraged to apply. Organizations may apply once a year. Ineligibility  Grants will not support staff salaries or staff time. Requests for collection care supplies for archival or library materials (i.e., books, ledgers, log books, letters, scrapbooks, newspapers, ephemera, maps, or any item primarily used for informational/research value) will not be supported. This grant program will not support inappropriate materials or supply items that do not adhere to current collection care best practices. Please contact GHHN should you have questions about whether your supply request is eligible. For more information, visit Greater Hudson Heritage Network.

The City of Redmond is accepting applications for its 2025 Tourism Grants for projects that assist with tourism development and promotion in the City of Redmond. Donor Name: City of Redmond State: Washington City: Redmond Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 08/19/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of Redmond’s Tourism Program is to attract visitors from more than 50 miles away, with a priority on overnight visitors. Grant applicants may be cultural, historical, educational, sports, or community organizations that are coordinating events, tournaments, or promotions that bring visitors to Redmond. The grants are paid for by a portion of the 1% lodging tax collected on hotel rooms located in Redmond. Grants may not exceed 50% of the cost of the project. The Redmond Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) evaluates qualifying applications on a competitive basis, using the official tourism promotion funding criteria and weighted scoring. Recommendations are then forwarded to the City Council for approval. The City of Redmond’s Tourism Matching Grants Program accepts applications from any public or private organization with the demonstrated ability to accomplish the proposed project(s) that meet the fund requirements. The tourism program annually awards tourism grants in support of special events, sports tournaments, festivals, and tourism promotions—publicly and privately sponsored. Entities that may qualify for the grants include: Business organizations Community organizations Cultural organizations Educational organizations Entertainment organizations Galleries Heritage organizations Historical organizations Museums Sports organizations Visitor information bureaus Funding Information The minimum awarded amount is $1,000. Eligibility Criteria Each applicant will fully define the service to be provided or the project to be implemented within their grant application. The project must comply with state statutes and City ordinances governing the use of Tourism Promotion Program funds. To be considered for funding, requests must be used for one of the following purposed (RCW 67.28.1816): Tourism marketing Marketing and operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists Operations of tourism-related facilities owned or operated by nonprofit organizations as defined by the IRC 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6). Proof of nonprofit status will be required. For more information, visit City of Redmond.

The Drayton Area Community Foundation offers grants to non-profit, tax-exempt organizations and government agencies within a 10-mile radius of Drayton, prioritizing projects that serve the community, have local support, and make a significant impact, but does not fund day-to-day operations or individual requests.

This grant provides financial support to individuals and organizations working on innovative projects that promote architecture and engage diverse audiences in meaningful discussions about the designed environment.

The Gratiot County Community Foundation in Michigan is accepting grant applications for projects that improve the quality of life in Gratiot County, focusing on areas such as community development, arts and culture, education, and health, with preference given to innovative, sustainable projects with wide-reaching benefits and strong local support.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public institutions in Montana for innovative community projects that promote humanities themes through storytelling, discussions, and public engagement.

Program Name: General Program Support Funding Organization: State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture Contact Information: Main: 850.245.6470 Next Deadline: June 1, 2024, 5:00 ET Grant Period: July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 About the Program: General Program Support (GPS) funding is available for Florida's arts and cultural organizations, both public and private. The grant aims to support general program activities rather than specific projects. Funding can be used for conducting, creating, producing, presenting, staging or sponsoring cultural exhibits, performances, educational programs or events. It can also be used for providing professional services as a State Service Organization or Local Arts Agency. Eligibility: - All applicants must be either a public entity or a Florida non-profit tax-exempt corporation by the application deadline. - Ongoing arts and cultural programs within larger multipurpose institutions are eligible with restrictions. - Arts in Education program support is available for organizations promoting excellence in arts education. - Discipline-based program support is available for cultural and artistic programming in various areas such as dance, literature, media arts (film, radio or television), museum, music, presenter, theatre, traditional arts and visual arts. - Local Arts Agency program support is available for designated Local Arts Agencies (LAAs) that support arts and culture organizations and artists through advocacy and disseminating information. LAAs must be officially designated in at least one Florida county to apply. - State Service Organization program support is available for non-profit organizations operating on a permanent basis and providing services in at least 40 Florida counties. Basic Eligibility: - All current and previous grantees must be in good standing with the Division of Arts and Culture and the Department of State at the time of application. - Applicant organization must be either a public entity or a Florida non-profit tax-exempt corporation by the application deadline. - All organizations must have at least one year of completed arts and cultural programming and be able to provide their last completed fiscal year's operating budget.

Systems Change grants are intended for organizations that work to influence and guide change in structural factors and related systemic/ policy issues that have created, reinforced, or exacerbated poverty in South Carolina. Donor Name: Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina State: South Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  07/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Organizations that qualify for this category of funding are addressing one or more of the structural factors associated with poverty in SC and have identified specific barriers/ issues within that structural factor that their work intends to disrupt, reduce, or eliminate. Funding Information Organizations should request the amount that meets their needs and will make the most impact on the proposed program, taking into consideration the median grant size for grants in this focus area is typically $15,000-$20,000. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that qualify for this category of funding are addressing one or more of the structural factors associated with poverty in SC and have identified specific barriers/ issues within that structural factor that their work intends to disrupt, reduce, or eliminate. The organization brings diverse people together to learn about the whole system and its parts more clearly and coordinates a range of interventions. The organization works collaboratively across sectors, including but not limited to federal, state and local governments, faith-based organizations, social service agencies, funders, the business community, and the constituents being affected. The goals and strategies of the organization are long-term and based on extensive research, planning, evaluation, continuous learning and integration of diverse perspectives. Clear evidence exists that the organization has immersed itself in understanding what is holding the structural problem in place before tackling the problem. Examples of nonprofits that are funded for these grants are: organizations conducting research that can undergird systems-level change; organizations informing government policy that will result in more effective and equitable practices for people experiencing poverty in South Carolina; and/or organizations engaging in advocacy and/or collaborative work to create innovative solutions that propel systems change, addressing structural issues that currently affect the health, safety, and/or economic mobility for people experiencing poverty. For more information, visit SCFSC.

The Collins Foundation is excited to announce its Black Equity Movement General Operations Grant. Donor Name: The Collins Foundation State: Oregon County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Collins Foundation is committed to a just and equitable Oregon for all Oregonians. Through the work of the BEM Committee, the foundation seeks to confront and address the inequities experienced by Black Oregonians wherever they live in the state. The BEM General Operations Grant provides unrestricted funds for general investments in support of a grantee’s mission or for a specific project or program. Grantees can use the funds as they see fit to achieve their goals. Examples include salaries or overhead, investments in technology, or supplies. Funding Information The maximum award is $50,000. Eligibility Criteria  The BEM General Operations Grant will fund emerging and mid-size Black-serving and/or Black-led organizations operating in Oregon. Eligible organizations have been in operation for seven years or fewer and/or have a budget under $500,000. Applicants must be one of the following: A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. An organization or project that operates under a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Ineligibility  Foundation does not fund: Individuals. Political campaigns, lobbying, or the crafting of legislation. Organizations that discriminate against communities they serve, staff, or volunteers on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected status. Organizations that require participation in religious/faith activities as a condition of service delivery or require adherence to religious/faith beliefs as a condition of service or employment. For more information, visit The Collins Foundation.

The Minigrant Project Grant, facilitated by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) in collaboration with Regional Regranting Agencies, is designed to support small-scale projects that promote public engagement, education, and access to arts and culture. This grant emphasizes the importance of local and regional arts initiatives, offering funding for a diverse range of projects including but not limited to performances, exhibitions, workshops, and community arts programs. Final reporting on programmatic and allowable financial activities is crucial for grant agreement monitoring, project evaluation, and research purposes. Failure to submit the final report by the specified due date may result in the forfeiture of remaining funds and impact eligibility for future awards.

The Arts for All Partnership is a partnership between the Cultural Enrichment Fund and the Greater Harrisburg Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities. Donor Name: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities State: Pennsylvania County: Cumberland County (PA), Dauphin County (PA), Franklin County (PA), Lebanon County (PA), Perry County (PA), York County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding Priorities Applications will be accepted from any nonprofit organization in the Capital Region conducting a program designed to integrate cultural appreciation in the everyday lives of underserved audience. Priority will be given to programs that increase arts engagement and access among diverse audiences, underserved and/or economically disadvantaged communities. The Arts for All Partnership is most interested in proposals that will increase access to the arts in the Capital Region through: Free public performances for families Ticket subsidy programs that fill houses Innovative programs that engage and build young audiences Educational outreach programs Equipment may be requested if its acquisition would result in the achievement of a significant efficiency, is required to initiate a new program, or would greatly enhance an existing program. Funding Information Up to $7,500 Funding Period Proposed projects may take place at any time during the grant year beginning September 1, 2024 and ending August 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria This opportunity is available to nonprofit organizations serving the counties of Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lebanon, Perry, and the Dillsburg Area of Northern York County and/or nonprofit organizations who are located within 20 miles of center city Harrisburg. Applicants must either be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, or have a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization act as a fiscal sponsor for the proposed project. For more information, visit TFEC.

The Anamoose Area Community Foundation is seeking applications to benefit projects and nonprofit organizations in the Anamoose area. Donor Name: Anamoose Area Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota Law. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must be recognized under IRS code 501(c)(3) to qualify for a grant. Any organization with an official relationship to city or state government (school, park district etc.) would also qualify. Grants shall be awarded to organizations that serve the Anamoose area. Grants will not be given to organizations requesting funds for day-to-day operations. Grants for multi-year requests (pledges) will not be made, however an organization may re-apply for a grant each year, provided all previous grant reporting was completed.  Grants to religious organizations will be limited to those activities which are non-denominational and serve the entire community. No grants shall be made to individuals. Grants shall be awarded annually at the discretion of the Advisory Committee. For more information, visit  NDCF.

The Consolidated Homeless Fund seeks proposals for preventing and responding to homelessness in the State of Rhode Island, including through street outreach and engagement, emergency shelters and low-barrier warming centers, housing navigation, housing problem solving, rapid re-housing, system-wide services, and other innovative projects. Donor Name: Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) State: Rhode Island County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The State of Rhode Island is invested in the goal of a homeless crisis response system that prevents homelessness whenever possible, and if homelessness occurs, rapidly exits those impacted to permanent housing solutions. As a person-centered system rooted in evidence-based best practices, the system incorporates a Housing First philosophy that is trauma informed and low barrier. As such, proposals submitted through this RFP should ensure that the voice of those with lived expertise in homelessness and strategies around harm reduction, being trauma informed, eliminating barriers, and being housing focused are incorporated into program/project designs. This RFP also challenges agencies to leverage mainstream resources whenever possible to expand and serve additional households. They realize that all individuals served are not eligible for Medicaid services and that Medicaid cannot cover all aspects of services; however, Medicaid funding should be a component of your budget. Project Types The CHFP seeks proposals for various homeless projects in response to this RFP from qualified nonprofit organizations or government entities (Vendors) for the following project types/programs: Emergency Shelters Street Outreach including CES Navigation Rapid Re-Housing Supportive Services Only System-wide and systems projects including Housing Problem Solving Warming Centers  Temporary Seasonal Shelters  New Permanent Emergency Shelters. Eligible projects  Proposal submissions are being encouraged through this RFP process for service provision through: Emergency Shelter, Street Outreach, Rapid Rehousing, Housing Problem Solving, Services only when paired with a housing project, and Systems projects. Funding Information The CHFP anticipates approximately $4.5 million in funds for the program year of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with approximately $2.5 million for new projects. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be considered: Is a nonprofit organization (defined as tax-exempt secular or religious organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code), a governmental or quasi-governmental agency, a Public Housing Authority (PHA) or a Community Action Agency (CAP). Has no part of its net earnings inuring to the benefit of any member, founder, contributor, or individual. Does not have any findings from the State of Rhode Island or HUD that have not been addressed or resolved.  Has standards of financial accountability that conform to 2 CFR 200.302, ‘Financial Management’ and 2 CFR 200.303, ‘Internal Controls,’ which includes systems and software that allow for effective control over, and accountability for, all funds, property, and other assets.  Has a functioning accounting system that is operated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, or has designated a fiscal agent that will maintain such an accounting system; and Has experience administering projects and services that assist people experiencing homelessness and/or housing instability.  For more information, visit OHCD.