Grants for Unrestricted - Arts

This program provides financial assistance to livestock operators affected by infrastructure damage from wildfires and associated flooding, helping them with reconstruction costs.

This funding opportunity supports community-based arts programs designed to enhance the health and well-being of military personnel, veterans, and their families through creative engagement.

The Waccamaw Community Trust Fund, established by the Waccamaw Community Foundation, is currently accepting applications for grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, with individual awards capped at $5,000. This grant program is designed to support a broad spectrum of causes that ultimately aim to enhance the lives of individuals and families residing in Horry and Georgetown counties in South Carolina. The Foundation's mission, as evidenced by this fund, is deeply rooted in local community improvement, focusing on practical support for various non-profit activities. Funding is available for crucial operational aspects such as equipment and supplies, general operating support, and specific special projects or programs. The grant's target beneficiaries are the residents of Horry and Georgetown counties, with an overarching impact goal to improve their quality of life. While the grant duration is not explicitly mentioned, the emphasis is on immediate and sustained community benefit, with a preference for initiatives that can continue after the Foundation's support concludes. The Waccamaw Community Foundation prioritizes proposals that demonstrate sensitivity to emerging needs, offer innovative solutions to existing problems, or initiate promising pilot projects. A key focus is on reducing costs and increasing efficiency for nonprofit organizations, as well as directly impacting those in need. The Foundation also looks for clear plans for continued funding beyond its initial support, indicating a strategic priority on sustainable and long-term positive change. Eligibility for the grant program is strictly defined. Applicants must be IRS-determined 501(c)(3) public charities, government agencies, or recognized houses of worship that are exempt from income tax. Furthermore, organizations must provide programs and services within Horry and/or Georgetown counties and adhere to non-discrimination policies based on age, sex, race, color, sexual orientation, national/ethnic origin, or disability. This commitment to equitable service provision and local impact forms a core part of the Foundation's theory of change, believing that targeted and well-supported local initiatives lead to significant community-wide improvements.

The Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, with support from the Juneau Community Foundation, offers Individual Artist Grants to assist experienced artists of exceptional talent in producing original work or advancing their careers. The program invests in local artists across disciplines to strengthen the cultural vitality of Juneau, Alaska. Eligible disciplines include visual arts, creative writing, music, dance, theater, design, and other creative fields. Grants may not exceed 1,000 dollars and support projects taking place from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Funds may be used for project costs, materials, professional development, or other expenses directly tied to creating new work or career advancement. Applicants must submit original work samples demonstrating exceptional talent and professional commitment, have been a Juneau resident for the past year, plan to remain in Juneau for the duration of the project, and be current on reporting for any prior awards. Artists who received an Individual Artist Grant in the previous cycle are not eligible in the current cycle. Applications are due May 1, 2024. Additional information is available from the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council.

The City of Naperville is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with a total of $100,000 approved, for opioid remediation programs and services. These reimbursement-based grants require grantees to accrue costs before seeking reimbursement. The program's core mission is to combat the opioid crisis within Naperville by funding interventions that align with approved abatement programs under settlement restrictions. This initiative directly addresses a critical public health issue and reflects a strategic priority of the city to foster community well-being and safety. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are Naperville residents who are directly or indirectly affected by opioid misuse, including individuals struggling with addiction, their families, and the broader community. The impact goals are to reduce opioid overdoses, expand access to treatment and recovery services, prevent opioid misuse, and promote harm reduction strategies. The program aims to create a healthier and safer environment for residents by supporting comprehensive and evidence-based interventions. The program prioritizes a range of services and programs that qualify as Approved Abatement Programs. These include expanding the distribution of Naloxone or other FDA-approved overdose reversal drugs, providing medication-assisted treatment to uninsured or underinsured individuals, and expanding treatment and recovery support services such as residential care, intensive outpatient treatment, and recovery housing. Additionally, the grants will support screening and treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women, warm hand-off programs for individuals in recovery, and evidence-based education in school-based and youth-focused programs to prevent opioid misuse. Syringe service programs, community drug disposal programs, and public education campaigns are also prioritized. Expected outcomes include a measurable reduction in opioid overdose fatalities and non-fatal overdoses, an increase in the number of individuals receiving effective opioid treatment and recovery support, and a decrease in opioid misuse rates, especially among youth. The program anticipates an expansion of access to life-saving Naloxone and medication-assisted treatment, improved support for vulnerable populations like pregnant and postpartum women, and enhanced community awareness regarding opioid prevention and safe disposal. Measurable results will be tracked through metrics such as the number of Naloxone kits distributed, individuals served by treatment programs, participation in educational initiatives, and the volume of disposed medications.

The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana (ARTSWIN) recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, projects, and institutions that have made significant contributions to the arts in Southwestern Indiana. This grant program, specifically focused on various awards, aligns with ARTSWIN's mission to support and promote the arts within the community. The awards aim to celebrate artistic excellence, long-standing commitment to the arts, and the positive impact of arts activities on the City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County. The target beneficiaries for these awards include individual artists (visual, performing, film, literary), young artists (rising high school juniors or seniors), arts educators, and community projects that utilize the arts for advancement. The impact goals are to acknowledge and encourage artistic talent, foster community engagement through the arts, and recognize the vital role the arts play in community, economic development, and quality of life. The program prioritizes and focuses on several categories: the Mayor’s Art Award for exceptional, long-standing impact; Visual Arts Award for outstanding visual artists; Performing Arts Award for exceptional performing artists; Young Artist Award for promising high school students; Arts Educator Award for influential educators; and the Arts Project Award for projects advancing community goals. A key focus is on current residents of Vanderburgh County for the Mayor's Art Award, and generally on those whose arts activities have had a significant impact on the City of Evansville or Southwestern Indiana. The expected outcomes and measurable results include the public recognition of significant contributions to the arts, the encouragement of emerging talent, and the celebration of arts-led community development initiatives. While specific quantitative measures are not detailed, the prestige of the awards and the public recognition serve as a form of measurable impact, elevating the profile of the arts and inspiring further artistic endeavors within the region. The repeated emphasis on impact within the community underscores ARTSWIN's strategic priority to integrate the arts as a core component of regional identity and development.

The Eastside Arts Initiative (EAI) is a grant-making program administered by LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes (LA Plaza). Its core mission is to support arts initiatives and foster collaborations to advance the arts specifically within eastern Los Angeles County. This aligns directly with LA Plaza's broader goal of promoting culture and arts within the community. The EAI aims to play a crucial role in enhancing the arts landscape of Eastern LA County by providing funding for visual, literary, and performance arts programs, while also nurturing local artists and arts organizations to create innovative work. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are individual artists and arts organizations serving communities in Eastern LA County. This includes areas such as Westlake/Rampart/Downtown LA to East L.A., Northeast LA to the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, and the Southeast LA/Gateway communities. The impact goals are centered around filling arts/cultural needs, fostering long-lasting value, and opening pathways to opportunities in the visual and performing arts for these communities and their residents. By supporting local artists and organizations, the EAI seeks to strengthen the artistic infrastructure and provide enriching cultural experiences. Funding priorities for the EAI grants are based on a competitive process, evaluating proposals on several key merits. These include Significance, where the program must address a community arts/cultural need and demonstrate long-lasting value; Distinction/Innovation, emphasizing creative and unique concepts; Approach, requiring well-thought-out implementation and outreach plans; Suitability, ensuring realistic budgets and goals; and EAI Partner, focusing on programs that further the arts in Eastern LA County and create opportunities. These priorities collectively guide the selection of projects that are most likely to achieve the EAI's objectives and generate a positive impact. The EAI expects several measurable outcomes from its grants. Successful programs should demonstrate how they fill an arts/cultural need and have long-lasting value in the community. They should also showcase creative and innovative concepts, along with well-executed implementation and outreach plans. Grants range from $2,500 to $10,000 for individual artists (requiring a fiscal agent) and $10,000 to $25,000 for 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organizations. The total funding available for this cycle is up to $150,000. Expected results include increased participation in the arts, development of innovative creative work, and strengthened arts organizations within the targeted communities. All grants must be utilized within one year of award, with closing reports due two months after program conclusion, ensuring accountability and measurable progress.

This funding opportunity supports projects that preserve historic resources, such as surveys and restorations, benefiting the public and requiring matching funds from the grantee.

The Laurie Frink Career Grant is designed to support young brass players by offering them funding for serious study or to undertake a creative project. The grant honors Laurie Frink, who personally provided free lessons to her students when they struggled with financial burdens. The program's mission aligns with Frink's dedication to fostering musical talent and alleviating financial obstacles for aspiring musicians, particularly those pursuing jazz brass. The ultimate goal is to provide a life-changing grant to extraordinarily talented players, enabling them to advance their musical development. The primary target beneficiaries are US-based jazz brass players between the ages of 18 and 25. This cycle specifically includes lead trumpet applicants, broadening its reach within the jazz brass community. A key impact goal is to address the financial challenges faced by young musicians, allowing them to pursue intensive study or creative endeavors without the burden of cost. The grant aims to empower these emerging artists, contributing to their professional growth and the vitality of the jazz brass scene. The grant prioritizes projects that emphasize musical development and growth. This focus is explicitly stated as being favored over funding commercial recordings, indicating a commitment to artistic progression and education. The strategic priority is to identify and support exceptional talent, providing a critical boost at an early stage of their careers. The underlying theory of change suggests that by removing financial barriers and supporting focused musical development, the grant can significantly accelerate the careers of promising young musicians. Expected outcomes include enhanced musical skills, completion of significant creative projects, and the overall professional advancement of grant recipients. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided text, the ambition is to award a life-changing grant of $10,000 every two years. The success of the program can be informally measured by the artistic and career trajectories of its recipients, as they benefit from the opportunity for serious study or project execution that might otherwise be out of reach.

The City of Bellingham's Tourism Promotion Grants program aims to bolster economic activity within the city by attracting tourists. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to stimulate local commerce and development by encouraging visitor stays and expenditures. The program is designed to provide "seed money" for new events or marketing funds for ongoing events, with the overarching goal of increasing hotel stays and drawing more tourists to Bellingham. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are organizations and individuals hosting events or activities that have the potential to attract tourists to Bellingham. The impact goals are centered on increasing economic activity through tourism, specifically by "putting heads in beds" (hotel stays) and encouraging visitor spending. The program prioritizes activities that directly contribute to drawing tourists to the city, making funding contingent on this core objective. The grant program offers two distinct types: the Start-Up Grant and the Standard Grant. The Start-Up Grant is for events or activities that are three years young or less, allowing funds to be used for marketing and eligible operating expenses such as venue rentals, equipment rentals, a portion of rent, and the purchase of goods/supplies with prior approval. The Standard Grant is for events or activities that have been running for over three years, with similar eligible operating expenses. Both grant types explicitly exclude payroll, travel, alcohol, and equipment expenses. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in tourism-related economic activity, particularly in hotel occupancy and local spending. Measurable results would likely be tracked through metrics such as visitor numbers, hotel bookings, and event attendance, all contributing to the city's economic growth. The program's strategic priority is to maximize tourist attraction to Bellingham, and its theory of change is that by providing financial support for new and existing events that draw visitors, the city will experience a direct and positive economic impact from increased tourism.

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is accepting applications for its Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Bicycle and Pedestrian Education Program, a grant initiative aimed at enhancing safety and promoting active transportation. This program aligns with the broader mission of moveDC, DDOT's strategic plan, which seeks to strengthen the multimodal network for all roadway users and support goals in safety, mobility, and sustainability. The grant, ranging from $500,000 to $1 million over a four-year duration, focuses on providing comprehensive education to reduce injuries and fatalities related to walking and bicycling in the District of Columbia. The target beneficiaries of this program include DC charter school students, adults, families, and children who will benefit from various safety courses and events. The impact goals are multifaceted: to reduce the number of injuries and deaths, promote healthy and active lifestyles that can lower healthcare costs, and further the moveDC objectives of safety, mobility, and sustainability. By addressing critical areas of bicycle and pedestrian safety, the program aims to foster a culture of safe and active transportation within the District. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly defined. These include providing in-school pedestrian and bike safety classes for DC charter schools, establishing a Bike Ambassador program, offering "learn to ride" and bicycle safety courses for adults, families, and children, and organizing pedestrian and bicycle safety events. Furthermore, the initiative emphasizes maintaining a pedestrian and bicycle safety website with a calendar of events and a dashboard for Bike Ambassador activities, providing necessary equipment, and distributing printed educational materials. Expected outcomes and measurable results revolve around increased participation in safety education, a reduction in pedestrian and bicycle-related incidents, and greater adoption of active transportation methods. The program's success will be tracked through metrics such as the number of participants in courses and events, engagement with the safety website, and ultimately, a decline in injury and fatality rates. This continuous commitment reflects DDOT's strategic priority to enhance the safety and functionality of its multimodal network, operating under the theory that comprehensive education and outreach are critical drivers for achieving a safer, healthier, and more sustainable urban environment.

The John W. Speas & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust is dedicated to supporting and promoting high-quality programming in education, culture, human services, and healthcare. This grant program aligns with the foundation's mission to address critical community needs within the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. By funding organizations focused on these key areas, the Trust aims to foster a stronger, more vibrant, and healthier community. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are residents of the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. The Trust seeks to impact these individuals through improved access to educational resources, enriched cultural experiences, enhanced human services, and better healthcare programming. The ultimate goal is to create a positive and lasting change in the lives of those served by the funded organizations. The Trust prioritizes organizations that demonstrate a commitment to various program types, including Arts, Culture, & Humanities; Community Improvement & Capacity Building; Education; Health; and Human Services. These focus areas reflect the foundation's strategic priorities to support a holistic approach to community well-being. The selection criteria emphasize serving the residents of the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area, ensuring that funding directly benefits the local community. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the Trust's focus on "quality educational, cultural, human services and health care programming" implies a desire for demonstrable improvements in these sectors. Successful applicants would likely be expected to articulate clear objectives, such as increased participation in educational programs, improved health outcomes, or enhanced access to vital human services. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the belief that by investing in established and impactful community organizations, significant progress can be made in addressing social challenges and improving the overall quality of life for residents. For further information regarding the application process, specific outcome expectations, or the foundation's strategic priorities, interested parties are encouraged to visit Bank of America, as indicated in the grant details. This external reference suggests that additional resources are available to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the Trust's long-term vision and the specific metrics it uses to evaluate the success of its grant recipients.

The City of Bellingham is offering a grant for parties capable of producing a special or unique public experience, referred to as a “signature event.” This grant aims to foster artistic and cultural impact within the local community and among visitors, celebrating Bellingham’s indoor food, restaurant, arts, and culture scene. While the specific foundation mission or strategic priorities are not explicitly stated as a separate entity, the City of Bellingham's Tourism Commission acts as the guiding body with clearly defined goals that serve a similar purpose, aligning with the broader civic objective of enhancing the city's appeal and economic vitality through tourism and cultural enrichment. The target beneficiaries include the local community of Bellingham, visitors (with an emphasis on Canadian tourists), and historically marginalized communities such as BIPOC and LGBTQIA+. The impact goals are multi-faceted, aiming to create meaningful artistic and cultural experiences, celebrate local culinary and arts scenes, promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, attract significant tourism (particularly overnight stays), generate secondary economic benefits, and foster a positive long-lasting impression of Bellingham/Whatcom County. The program also seeks to integrate new and emerging talent, ensuring a dynamic and evolving cultural landscape. The program prioritizes events that provide a unique and distinctive Pacific Northwest experience, avoiding replication of events found in larger cities like Seattle. A strong focus is placed on walkability, highlighting the food and restaurant scene, and incorporating local businesses, history, attractions, and environmental stewardship. Crucially, the program aims for the signature events to become self-sustaining within a few years, minimizing the long-term reliance on City funding. This reflects a strategic priority to seed initiatives that can ultimately thrive independently, contributing to the city's cultural and economic fabric for the long term. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in tourism, particularly from Canadian visitors, and a higher likelihood of overnight stays. The events are anticipated to generate numerous secondary economic benefits for local businesses. Success will also be measured by the artistic and cultural impact on the community, the level of diversity and inclusivity achieved, and the creation of a lasting positive impression of Bellingham. The long-term goal is for these events to become financially self-sufficient after three years, demonstrating a successful launch and sustainable operation, thereby contributing to the City's broader tourism and economic development objectives. Funding is committed for up to three years to provide seed money. Up to $100,000 is available for the first year, with approximately $70,000 for each of the following two years, for one or more signature events. Eligible expenses cover marketing and operational costs. Marketing activities include advertising, publicizing, and distributing information to attract tourists, as well as developing tourism expansion strategies. Operational expenses encompass typical event management costs such as supplies, equipment rentals, and venue fees. This financial structure supports the strategic objective of launching a new event and fostering its growth towards self-sustainability within the initial three-year period.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in Bulgaria and beyond to develop projects that strengthen U.S.-Bulgarian ties through public diplomacy initiatives in areas like education, culture, and technology.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to locally-led Nigerian organizations to implement projects that address key development priorities in health, education, economic growth, governance, and conflict mitigation.

This fund provides financial support to LGBTQIA+ organizations in select New Mexico counties to enhance community well-being through social programs and the arts.

This program provides funding for new or expanded collaborative arts projects that promote arts education, cultural understanding, and community development in Wisconsin.