Local Arts Grants

Mini Grants support arts programming by nonprofits or community organizations that will benefit an underserved audience or fill a community need. Donor Name: Arts Council of Anne Arundel County State: Maryland County: Anne Arundel County (MD) Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Partnerships are highly encouraged, and a 1:1 cash match is required. Funding Information The maximum award amount for the Mini Grant is $2,500. Eligibility Criteria In order to be eligible, all organizations must: Produce or present the arts through public programming in Anne Arundel County. Be incorporated in Anne Arundel County as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and/or have a significant physical presence in Anne Arundel County. Have operated for one full fiscal year at the time of application. Establish that the majority of the arts activities it produces and/or presents take place in Anne Arundel County. Be governed by a legally-liable board of directors acting under a mission statement and budget specific to the organization. Be able to document current Good Standing Status with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation at the time of application. Public, private, and charter K-12 schools and pre-schools are not eligible to apply. Individual artists are not eligible to apply. For more information, visit ACAAC.

The Boise City Department of Arts & History Catalyst Grant program is a one-time funding opportunity that will support small-scale and mid-sized arts, history, and cultural activities such as public programs, events, projects, exhibitions, and tours throughout the year. Donor Name: Boise City Department of Arts & History State: Idaho City: Boise Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Catalyst Grant Pilot Program supports the Department of Arts and History’s (A&H) mission to cultivate a distinct sense of place which reflects Boise’s rich past, diverse communities, and unique natural setting by creating opportunities that nurture and sustain Boise’s creative economy. They envision the program helping to bring people together and build positive relationships that help create A City for Everyone. Funding Information This is a one-time pilot program with an open and competitive process, and prior funding through the Department of Arts & History does not guarantee funding. The Catalyst Grant Pilot Program offers a standard award size of $2,000. They expect to award a total of $40,000 in FY2024. Five (5) applications will be funded in each round. If five (5) applications are not fully funded due to low participation and/or because they do not meet eligibility or criteria, then the unexpended funds will roll over to the next round. Examples of Activities The Boise City Department of Arts & History strives to fund a wide range of projects and initiatives with an arts, history, or cultural focus, such as (but not limited to) the following: Projects, such as: Public Programs (such as presentations/lectures, workshops, walking tours, trainings, etc.) Events Performances Exhibits Educational opportunities Oral history projects Collaborations or innovative production that cultivates the cultural community Research, planning, and/or analysis that is available for Boise residents to help strengthen Boise’s cultural base Virtual and online projects of the above or other project, with a clear intent to reach Boise residents. Eligibility Criteria  To be considered for funding through the A&H grant program, proposals must: Be completed by an individual, as a representative of an organization, or as a representative of a nonprofit Friends group associated with a government agency. Directly benefit residents living within Boise City Limits. If the project involves an event, the venue must be located within Boise City Limits. Meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards regarding physical accessibility to project venues. Comply with the Department of Arts & History Equal Opportunity Statement: Boise City Department of Arts & History does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or disability. Include a budget using the template provided in the application and on the website. For more information, visit BCDAH.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Center for Fiction / Susan Kamil 2024–2025 Emerging Writer Fellowship. Donor Name: The Center for Fiction State: New York Type of Grant: Fellowship Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Center for Fiction / Susan Kamil Emerging Writer Fellowships offer grants, editorial mentorship, and other opportunities to early-career New York City-based practitioners who are at a critical moment in their development as fiction writers. During the one-year Fellowship period, Fellows receive: A grant of $5,000 The opportunity to have their manuscript revised and critiqued by an experienced editor Access to write in the Writers Studio The opportunity to meet with editors, authors, and agents who represent new writers at monthly dinners Two public readings as part of the annual program of events A professional headshot for personal publicity use Inclusion in an anthology distributed to industry professionals Tickets to the First Novel Fête and/or Annual Awards Benefit Complimentary admission to all Center events A 25% discount on writing workshops at the Center A workshop on reading as performance, conducted by Audible. Eligibility Requirements  Applicants must be current residents of one of the five boroughs and must remain in New York City for the entire year of the fellowship. Students in degree-granting programs are not eligible to apply. This program supports emerging writers whose work shows promise of excellence. Applicants can be of any age, but must be in the early stages of their careers as fiction writers and will not have had the support needed to achieve major recognition for their work. They define “emerging writer” as someone who has not yet had a novel or short story collection published by either a major or independent publisher, and who is also not currently under contract to a publisher for a work of fiction. Eligible applicants may have had stories or novel excerpts published in magazines, literary journals or online, but this is not a requirement. If at any point during the judging process an applicant signs a contract for publication or accepts an offer to study in a degree-granting program, he or she must alert us immediately to have the application pulled from consideration. For more information, visit The Center for Fiction.

The Community Pride Foundation offers grants to support youth activities that encompass arts, athletics/sports, education, and leadership. Eligible applicants include public schools, youth organizations, nonprofit organizations, and public/governmental agencies. The grant does not fund individuals. Proposals must be youth-centered, involve active youth participation, and focus on the program rather than equipment. Collaboration and leveraging other funding sources are important evaluation criteria. Applications must be submitted by email or post-marked by the deadlines of May 1 or November 1. Awards range from $500 to $2,500 with total available funding of $10,000 annually.

The City of Bakersfield is announcing competitive grants for property and/or business owners along five Downtown business district corridors: 18th, 19th streets and Wall Street Alley between F and Q streets, H Street and Chester Avenue between 24th Street and Truxtun Avenue. Donor Name: City of Bakersfield State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The grants are for large scale exterior façade improvements to eligible applicants and properties within the boundary. The City has allocated $1.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and is asking for applications. The City anticipates awarding funding to 4-6 projects. Funding Information The City anticipates awarding funds to 4-6 projects. Any awarded funding $100,000 and over will require a 10% match in private investment and a public hearing before the City Council. For example, if an applicant is awarded a grant for $150,000 in eligible improvements, the applicant is required to match $15,000 (10% of $150,000). In this example, a business or property owner can realize a total of $165,000 in improvements with a $15,000 investment. Private investment may exceed the matching grant portion of the project if, for example, interior improvements are included in the scope of work even though they are not eligible for the grant. Project Period ARPA funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024, and expended by December 31, 2026. Eligible Applicants Small Business – has no more than 500 employees or, if applicable, the size standard in number of employees established by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration for the industry in which the business concern or organization operates; and (2) Is a small business concern as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). Non-profit – a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Impacted Industry – an industry or businesses within an “impacted” industry that experienced a negative economic impact during the pandemic including tourism, travel, and hospitality. If the industry is outside of travel, tourism or hospitality sectors, the industry is impacted if: 1) The industry experienced at least 8 percent employment loss from pre-pandemic levels, or 2) The industry is experiencing comparable or worse economic impacts as the tourism, travel and hospitality industries as of the date the ARPA Final Rule (published 12/6/2022). For more information, visit City of Bakersfield.

Special Project grants are made to groups wishing to offer quality arts activities, in any discipline, within the geographic boundaries of the City of Saint Paul. Donor Name: City of Saint Paul State: Minnesota City: Saint Paul Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grant requests may include costs for artists and other personnel, postage, supplies, printing, travel and other expenses necessary to carry out the project. Food and beverage are not allowable expenses, and the City will not reimburse expenses related to insurance coverage. The purpose of the Cultural STAR fund is to promote cultural vitality and economic growth, particularly in the downtown Cultural District, by strengthening the arts and culture community. Cultural STAR dollars are intended to: Build and diversify audiences; Promote a broad range of cultural offerings; Produce a long-term impact; and Leverage additional financial support. The Cultural STAR Program will achieve these purposes by making grants for projects and programs that: Attract audiences; Develop and improve cultural facilities; and Build capacity of artists and cultural organizations. Funding Information Estimated Available Funding in 2024: In Cultural District: $796,366 Outside Cultural District, and For-profit businesses with projects in the Cultural District: $199,091 The minimum grant request is $5,000 Project Period Earliest Project Start Date: August 1, 2024 Latest Project End Date: July 31, 2025 Geographic Focus At least 80% of Cultural STAR funds will be awarded to nonprofit organizations that are located within the targeted area known as the Cultural District of downtown Saint Paul. The remaining 20% of funds may be allocated to: Businesses located in the Cultural District for projects that enhance visitor enjoyment of the Cultural District; or Nonprofit organizations located in Saint Paul but outside of the Cultural District. The Cultural District is defined as the geographic area bordered by Interstate 94 to the north, the Lafayette Bridge to the east, Harriet and Raspberry Islands to the south, and Chestnut Road to the west. Located in the Cultural District includes: An organization that is registered with the Minnesota Secretary of State with an address that falls within the Cultural District; or An organization which owns property in the Cultural District for purposes directly related to its Cultural STAR project; or An organization has secured a lease or rental agreement within the Cultural District for the purposes directly related to its Cultural STAR project; or An organization has secured a permit or contract for the use of Public Venues in the Cultural District for the purpose directly related to its Cultural STAR Project. Located in Saint Paul includes: An organization that is registered with the Minnesota Secretary of State with an address that falls within Saint Paul; or An organization that owns property in Saint Paul for purposes directly related to its Cultural STAR project; or An organization that has secured a lease or rental agreement within Saint Paul for the purposes directly related to its Cultural STAR project; or An organization has secured a permit or contract for the use of Public Venues in the Cultural District for the purpose directly related to its Cultural STAR Project. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants may apply for only one of the following Cultural STAR funding types during each funding round: Special Projects Grant; Organizational Development Grant; or Capital Project Grant. Grants can be received only once per calendar year. Saint Paul-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations located outside of the Cultural District may apply twice per round and may receive funding up to two times per calendar year – once for projects taking place outside of the Cultural District and once for projects taking place in the Cultural District. Applicant groups must be one of the following: Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that are located within the City of Saint Paul Informal and/or unincorporated arts-focused groups, individuals, and one-time arts projects that have associated with nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that are located within the City of Saint Paul and will serve as a fiscal and contract sponsor, provided that: (1) 100% of the project takes place in the Cultural District; and (2) such nonprofit arts and cultural organization enter into a contract with the City of Saint Paul Businesses in the Cultural District may apply for projects that enhance visitor enjoyment of the District City departments or divisions are eligible when in partnership with, or supported by, an eligible organization The following are not eligible to apply: Churches or religious organizations Political parties and related political action groups Federal, state, and county agencies and departments Organizations (other than those that have associated with informal and/or unincorporated arts-focused groups, individuals, and one-time arts projects, to serve as fiscal and contract sponsor as described in these Guidelines) that have received Organizational Development and/or Special Project grants in three consecutive grant cycles (calendar years) Organizations (other than those that have associated with informal and/or unincorporated arts-focused groups, individuals, and one-time arts projects, to serve as fiscal and contract sponsor as described in these Guidelines) that received funding in the first funding round of the calendar year For more information, visit City of Saint Paul.

Grants for the Arts defines Parades and Festivals as art and cultural experiences in the form of parades and/or festivals in San Francisco public spaces that have free admission and are open to the public. Donor Name: City and County of San Francisco State: California County: San Francisco County (CA) City: San Francisco Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Focus Areas  Focus areas can include celebrating: cultural heritage a community, a neighborhood, or a shared cultural interest. Funding Information First-time GFTA grantees and previous grantees whose application did not score high enough to receive an award for the last application: $10,000 Mini ($500,000 and below): $44,000 Small ($500,000 – $999,000): $70,000 Mid ($1M – $4.9M): $295,000 Large ($5M – $15M): $300,000 Mega ($15M+): n/a – no organizations in this classification. Grant Period July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026. Eligibility Criteria for Organizations The applicant organization must be a nonprofit 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) organization and in good standing with the IRS under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Visit the IRS website to check or update your status. If the applicant organization is not a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6), they may use a fiscal sponsor, but the fiscal sponsor must apply on the applicant organization’s behalf. The applicant organization must be San Francisco-based. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: The organization must demonstrate a San Francisco corporate address. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: Documentation demonstrating verifiable proof of a San Francisco corporate address must be submitted with the application. This may be in the form of a utilities bill (water/sewage, power/gas/electricity or internet), telephone/cell phone bill, bank or credit card statement, signed lease agreement or mortgage statement. Documents should be no more than three (3) months old and must include the applicant organization’s name. For more information, visit City and County of San Francisco.

Grants for the Arts defines Arts Programming as a season or series of public performances, exhibits, or other activities in San Francisco. Donor Name: City and County of San Francisco State: California County: San Francisco County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The Arts Programming grants are intended to support arts and culture organizations that: Demonstrate economic investment in San Francisco through robust, diverse programming and evidence of well-attended events; Employ professionals to achieve high standards of artistic quality; Utilize arts and culture to deliberately improve San Francisco through deep engagement and integration with communities to understand needs and cultivate lasting, equitable change; Have a track record of responsible operational and fiscal management. A season or series refers to multiple public performances, exhibits, and other arts activities that take place within a set amount of time. Public performances, exhibits, and other arts activities refer to programming that is accessible to the public for free and/or by fee/ticket purchase. Funding Information First-time GFTA grantees and previous grantees whose application did not score high enough to receive an award for the last application: $10,000 Mini ($500,000 and below): $25,000 Small ($500,000 – $999,000): $47,000 Mid ($1M – $4.9M): $65,000 Large ($5M – $15M): $122,000 Mega ($15M+): $265,000. Grant Period July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026. Eligibility Criteria for Organizations  The applicant organization must be a nonprofit 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) organization and in good standing with the IRS under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Visit the IRS website to check or update your status. If the applicant organization is not a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6), they may use a fiscal sponsor, but the fiscal sponsor must apply on the applicant organization’s behalf. The applicant organization must be San Francisco-based. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: The organization must demonstrate a San Francisco corporate address. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: Documentation demonstrating verifiable proof of a San Francisco corporate address must be submitted with the application. This may be in the form of a utilities bill (water/sewage, power/gas/electricity or internet), telephone/cell phone bill, bank or credit card statement, signed lease agreement or mortgage statement. Documents should be no more than three (3) months old and must include the applicant organization’s name. For more information, visit City and County of San Francisco.

The Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County (“RDA”) is soliciting proposals from community-based 501 (c) (3) organizations for the Community Impact Grant (CIG) Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Funding Round. Donor Name: Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County State: Maryland County: Prince Georges County (MD) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grant Category and Uses  The CIG Program provides grants to community-based organizations located in Prince George’s County to implement small innovative capital projects that revitalize and enhance communities and quality of life. Grants can not be used for operating or program costs, salaries, stipends or personnel expenses. Eligible project activities include: Neighborhood Beautification Streetscape, street furniture, pedestrian enhancements and recreational improvements Signage, banners and way-finding systems Commercial façade improvements Internal and/or external improvements to commercial buildings used by the public Permanent public art installations Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability  Restoration of parks, streams and open space Urban agriculture and replenishment of tree canopy Green roofs, low impact development and storm water management Preservations of historic landmarks, structures and sites Funding Information The RDA has two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000) available for county-wide project. Grant performance period is one year from the date of execution of a CIG Grant Agreement.  Eligibility Criteria Any civic/neighborhood association or community-based organization that is an incorporated 501C3, located within Prince George’s County, in good standing with the State of Maryland, can apply for funding. Prince George’s County government and affiliated entities are not eligible to apply. For more information, visit RDA.

The Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund is accepting applications for its 2024 Capacity Building Grant Program. Donor Name: Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund (TSAF) State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The TSAF supports tribes in asserting control over their energy resources and focuses on making project implementation feasible by leveraging state and federal programs, philanthropic dollars, and partnerships with other tribes across Indian County while working in alignment to identify, develop, finance and implement solar power projects that meet community needs, including education, hands-on training, and energy cost reductions for tribal members. TSAF Funding Area- Tribal Energy Capacity Building Grant  At the TSAF, they understand that Indian Country needs more than just project development funding, which is why the Tribal Energy Capacity Building grants are looking to support tribes and tribal organizations with; technical expertise, educational and workforce development training, policy and regulatory guidance, planning, design, and project development, and industry resources. Tribal Energy Capacity Building grants will be intended to support TSAF’s past, current, and new community of tribal partners to invest in building the human capacity needed to advance tribal clean energy programs and projects that build the tribal energy ecosystem of community leaders, experts, cultural knowledge keepers, and everyone in between. These grants will be significant, flexible, multi-year funding for general operating support, capacity building, and enhancing energy and sustainability expertise that reinforces tribal sovereignty. TSAF Grantmaking Priorities  The TSAF supports and encourages solar education, training, and workforce development in tribal communities through leadership programs and industry related opportunities Provide access to funding to support the development of renewable energy projects and the development of long-term energy plans to increase tribal energy security and resiliency Ensure that equity is a driving principle in the national transition to a clean energy economy through learning from the TSAF community and generating awareness in the climate action arena. Funding Information Tribes/Tribal Organizations are eligible to apply for up to $200,000 over 2 years. Eligibility Criteria  The TSAF is committed to serving, supporting, and strengthening American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribal communities by investing in capacity building with a focus on renewable energy development and sustainability. The TSAF eligibility criteria is as follows: Federally recognized tribal governments in the lower 48 states and Alaska (tribal government programs, such as tribal housing authority, cultural departments, economic development entities, etc.) Tribally-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (fiscally-sponsored tribal community organizations, tribal community organizations without a 501(c)(3) nonprofit status may submit an application through a sponsoring organization if the sponsor has IRS 501(c)(3) status and can provide written authorization confirming its willingness to act as the fiscal sponsor. Schools that are tribally-controlled 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and schools that are tribally-operated such as tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), any public or Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools. The definition of “tribal-led” is: an organization in which a majority (>51%) of the board of directors and leadership team are American Indian or Alaska Native. Organizations that are not tribal-led are not eligible to apply (with or without a fiscal sponsor). For more information, visit TSAF.

Grants for the Arts defines Arts Services as programs or services providing capacity building for other San Francisco-based arts and culture organizations and/or artists. Donor Name: City and County of San Francisco State: California County: San Francisco County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Areas of Support Areas of support include but are not limited to: Audience development Cultural competency and racial equity action plans Fiscal sponsorship Financial management and literacy Fundraising and development Grant writing Laws and regulations as they apply to the arts and culture sector Marketing and publicity Mentorship Nonprofit governance Professional development Regranting Programs (Creating, managing, and financing small grants to San Francisco-based artists and/or nonprofit arts and culture organizations, for an administrative fee not to exceed 10 percent of the grant amount). Space/capital planning and evaluations Strategic and business planning Technical assistance. Funding Information Arts Services FY24 grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $140,000. These amounts do not reflect FY25 and FY26 grant amounts for Art Services. Grant Period July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026. Eligibility Criteria for Organizations The applicant organization must be a nonprofit 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) organization and in good standing with the IRS under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Visit the IRS website to check or update your status. If the applicant organization is not a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6), they may use a fiscal sponsor, but the fiscal sponsor must apply on the applicant organization’s behalf. The applicant organization must be San Francisco-based. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: The organization must demonstrate a San Francisco corporate address. For non-fiscally sponsored applicant organizations only: Documentation demonstrating verifiable proof of a San Francisco corporate address must be submitted with the application. This may be in the form of a utilities bill (water/sewage, power/gas/electricity or internet), telephone/cell phone bill, bank or credit card statement, signed lease agreement or mortgage statement. Documents should be no more than three (3) months old and must include the applicant organization’s name. For more information, visit City and County of San Francisco.

The Arts Grants are intended to serve and support art installations and advancements within the City of Fort Myers. Donor Name: City of Fort Myers State: Florida City: Fort Myers Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Fort Myers City Council has made $110,000 available in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 for Arts Grants. The purpose of this grant is to further the reach of arts and culture within the community. The City of Fort Myers celebrates and supports the work of local artists, artist groups, and organizations within the community and is grateful for the work that they perform in the community. Eligible Applicants  Applicants from this source must: Be located in the City of Fort Myers. Demonstrate how the project will have a direct effect on the City of Fort Myers (Projects that only affect other municipalities/ counties will not be considered). Grading Criteria Applications will be assessed with the following criteria: Technical Evaluation Criteria (points awarded on a Yes/No basis) Does the applicant complete all required sections of the application? Does the applicant include all required attachments? Does the applicant demonstrate community support (letters of support) Qualitative Evaluation Criteria Points awarded for each criterion on a scale of 1-10. Does the applicant explain why the project is necessary? Will the project have strong community benefit? Does the applicant describe project goals? Does the applicant provide a proposed timeline to accomplish the project purpose, desired goals and expected benefit. Does the applicant provide a brief description of services or activities for each budget category? Do the associated budget items demonstrate reasonable cost effectiveness in meeting project objectives. Does the project have direct benefit to the City of Fort Myers. For more information, visit City of Fort Myers.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 Haywood County Tourism Development Authority Grant. Donor Name: Haywood County Tourism Development Authority State: North Carolina County: Haywood County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grant Categories  Legacy Event Sponsorship: This grant category provides financial support for established events in Haywood County that have a demonstrated track record of attracting visitors and contributing to the local tourism industry. These events must showcase the unique aspects of Haywood County and its communities. Tourism Promotion Grant: This grant category focuses on funding marketing and promotional initiatives specifically aimed at enhancing the overall tourism image, visibility, and visitation of Haywood County. These grants support innovative campaigns, advertising efforts, and promotional activities that effectively reach target markets and attract visitors to the area. Grant applications must be a minimum of $2,000 to be considered for funding. Grant Period The HCTDA grant program operates on a fiscal year basis from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Funding Criteria  This grant program is sustained by room tax revenue generated from overnight stays in Haywood County. Therefore, preference is given to applications for initiatives expected to attract visitors from outside a fifty (50) mile radius. These initiatives should demonstrate the potential to generate overnight stays and create economic and destination impact while also enhancing the quality of life for local residents. Eligibility Criteria  Legacy Event Sponsorship Eligible applicants include Haywood County non-profit organizations, for-profit businesses, museums, attractions, cultural events, governmental agencies, and other tourism-related entities. Tourism Promotion Grant Not-for-profit organizations, museums, attractions, governmental agencies, or other non-profit tourism entities. Not-for-profit organizations must have a minimum grant match of 50%. For-profit, tourism-based organizations may apply with a minimum grant match of 100%. For more information, visit HCTDA.

The Chatham County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department awards small grants to local nonprofit agencies to support recreation opportunities in the county. Donor Name: Chatham County State: North Carolina County: Chatham County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding priorities for recreation grants will be recommended by the Recreation Advisory Committee. The scoring will be based on the Chatham County Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Master Plan and Chatham County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department goals and objectives. Funding Information The amount for the grant for FY25 is tentatively $20,300. Funding Eligibility  The county does not fund start-up agencies. All agencies that apply for funding must have been in operation for at least three (3) years prior to being considered for a grant award. Agencies may not apply for funding for the same program from different county sources. Nonprofit agencies that are funded as part of the county operating budget may not apply for annual competitive funding awards via this policy. Any expenditure of these funds must satisfy the North Carolina Constitution’s public purpose requirement, which requires that public funds be expended for the benefit of all citizens. See N.C. Constitution Article V, Section 2(1). Funds must also be spent on projects, programs, or services that Chatham County has the authority to directly provide according to statutory authority in N.C.G.S. §153A-449. For more information, visit Chatham County.

The City of Ventura offers Special Event Grants to event organizers who stage festivals and events in the city that activate public space and increase visitor spending. Donor Name: City of Ventura State: California City: Ventura Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/08/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Through the Special Event Grant Program, $10,000 in funding is awarded annually to champion community celebrations that attract residents and visitors, strengthen Ventura’s cultural identity and economic vitality, and promote entrepreneurial spirit and innovative partnerships between private sector and public agencies. Funding Information This Year: as approved by the Ventura City Council in their 2023-24 goals, up to $150,000 in one-time funding will be awarded in grants ranging from $1,000 – $20,000 to increase free and affordable community events in the City of Ventura. Eligibility Criteria  Be a City of Ventura-based organization with 501(c)(3) status or have a City of Ventura-based fiscal agent with 501(c)(3) status. The organization or its fiscal agent must have a City of Ventura address as its primary place of business. Be in compliance with all City codes, laws, and ordinances. Certify, by means of signature on the application, that they are not delinquent in repaying the City any debt, whether the debt arises from a tax, bill, loan, lease, or other financial obligation. Organizations with a delinquent indebtedness to the City are ineligible to receive funding through this grant. Be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and operate so as not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability. Have sa5sfied the requirements of any previously awarded City of Ventura-issued grant. For more information, visit City of Ventura.

The Clayton County Tourism Authority (CCTA) is pleased to announce the FY24 Tourism Grant Program designed to enhance visitor and tourism promotional efforts, and tourism product development for Clayton County. Donor Name: Clayton County Tourism Authority (CCTA) State: Georgia County: Clayton County (GA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Tourism Grant assists entities with tourism marketing, promotion, tourism product development, attractions, special events, and festivals that will foster local economic impact through tourism ultimately resulting in increased visitation from outside of the Clayton County area and higher destination appeal. The Clayton County Tourism Authority administers the grant with funding from a portion of the local hotel/motel tax held by Clayton County government. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds for marketing, product development, and other qualified expenses directed towards increasing the number of overnight visitors to Clayton County from outside of the area. Projects which target and support Clayton County tourism drivers and the Clayton County Tourism Authority’s strategic priorities and audiences will be given special consideration. Clayton County Tourism Drivers African American History and Culture Diversity and Inclusion Clayton County Local and International Culinary Scene Film Festivals Funding Information The maximum grant request is $75,000.00. Allowable Expenses Development of new events or major exhibits and activities Out-of-market tourism advertising/marketing or promotion including digital, social media, print, television, direct mail, radio, printing of brochures, inserts, display banners for events, or other types of advertising/marketing. For purposes of this grant “Out-of-Market” is considered 50+ miles outside of Clayton County. Local media outlets do not normally meet the intended purpose of the grant and will receive less consideration than media outlets located 50+ miles outside of Clayton County. Production costs of media advertising, photography, videography, website, and social media development Marketing expenses, including outside professional marketing service No more than 10% of grant funds may be used for postage Eligibility Criteria Applicants must fulfill all the following: Be an officially designated not-for-profit, governmental, or quasi-governmental entity. Have completed at least one year of fiscal operation as a not-for-profit. Must represent an ongoing, sustainable organization. Applying for funds for a non-retroactive project. No qualified entity may serve as a fiscal agent for a non-qualified entity. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to execute its project without depending on the continued financial assistance from these funds.  It should be the intention of the organization to be self-sustaining. Applicants must be located in Clayton County. Or, if it is a festival/event it must take place in Clayton County. Provide a sponsorship benefits package equivalent to the dollar amount of grant funds. Sponsorship benefits could include, but are not limited to: event tickets, website exposure, print advertising acknowledgement, press passes, etc. For more information, visit CCTA.

The City of Shelby will help commercial property and business owners improve the appearance of their storefronts by providing grants for part of the cost of eligible improvements. Donor Name: City of Shelby State: Ohio City: Shelby Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information A special fund is available for the assistance program. Grants will be awarded on a 50% matching basis to the applicant’s 50% contribution, (i.e., for a $1,200 project, the business owner would pay $600 and a grant would be available for the remaining $600). The grants will be paid on a reimbursement basis on work approved by the City of Shelby or it’s assigns. Grants will be typically be capped at $5,0000 per individual project, subject to review by committee, number of applicants, and impact of project. Eligible Improvements Eligible improvements include: Exterior painting, signage, awnings, storefront/facade cleaning and/or restoration; sidewalks, lighting, storefront security devices, new roof, permanent flower boxes and planters, and related exterior improvements. Applications will not be accepted to finance improvements already completed. Grants are limited to one grant per business and or storefront per year. For more information, visit City of Shelby.

The City of West Hollywood is pleased to offer the Arts Project Grant to eligible, nonprofit arts organizations for the production, performance or presentation of art projects that take place in the City of West Hollywood and that serve the West Hollywood community. Donor Name: City of West Hollywood State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA) City: West Hollywood Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The City of West Hollywood and Grantees in the Arts Project Grant category can expect to: Engage residents and visitors with the arts; expand arts audiences. Recognize and champion local cultural resources; discover and explore new places for artmaking. Provide a variety of quality arts programming that is financially and geographically accessible for the residents of West Hollywood; increase access to arts experiences. Increase revenues for local businesses; support arts-business partnerships. Funding Information $42,200: Total amount of available funding in this category in 2025 $10,000: Maximum award per organization per calendar year Organizations may apply for two years of grant funding with one application. The organization will be required to apply for two projects, one for each project year (year one: January 1, 2025 –December 31, 2025 and year two: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026). Eligibility Requirements  To be eligible for consideration, organizations must satisfy all the following requirements: The primary mission of the organization must be the production and/or public presentation of one or more disciplines of the arts. Applicants must plan to present for the general public within the City of West Hollywood or immediately adjacent (within 5 blocks of the border of West Hollywood) within the funded calendar year. The proposed project should be 1 (one) presentation per year, as opposed to a series of projects over an extended period. Organizations must be able to demonstrate artistic experience in their field, and an understanding of the unique aspects and cultural diversity of the West Hollywood community. Organizations must provide a CA Data Arts Report for the previous 2 years (2022, 2023). Organizations may not pass through the grant funding. Applicants must be the presenting party. Applicants must be a registered 501 (c)(3) nonprofit based in Los Angeles County. Applicants may only receive funding from one grant category each calendar year. If the applicant is already receiving funding from another City Division or Department, or is cosponsored by a City Council office, they are not eligible for an Arts Grant for that same project or program. City of West Hollywood elected and appointed officials, its employees and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Proposed projects may not include fundraisers, capital campaigns, murals, or religious-based programs/events. Organizations with budgets of $1 Million Dollars or more are required to provide a cultural equity statement. Applicants must submit an application online by the deadline. For more information, visit City of West Hollywood.

In order to better support the businesses, the City of Hyattsville offers a Commercial Façade Improvement Program. Donor Name: City of Hyattsville State: Maryland City: Hyattsville Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The program provides funding to business or property owners within the three targeted investment areas to improve their building’s façade.  The City of Hyattsville, Maryland, recognizes the positive impact that individual façade improvements can have on the overall appearance, quality, and vitality of the City’s commercial districts. The Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program was created to facilitate the private sector in making these desired exterior improvements. The City of Hyattsville Commercial Façade Improvement Program offers financial assistance to private property or business owners seeking to rehabilitate commercial building facades in the following Target Investment Areas: the West Hyattsville Transit District, the Route One/Gateway Arts District, and the Prince George’s Plaza Transit District. The primary goals of the City of Hyattsville Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program are to remove accessibility barriers, facilitate investment, and achieve significant visual improvements in commercial facade appearance. Projects that meet the primary goals will be preferred. Funding Information The grant is a dollar-for-dollar matching grant of $5,000 – $35,000. Eligible Improvements  Grants will be awarded for well-designed façade improvements that increase the longevity of a building. The funds may be used for specific improvements including: Signage Exterior painting Storefront reconstruction Siding Exterior lighting Window and door upgrades Public-facing masonry or cornices Murals Removal of unattractive exterior finishes Roofs Other uses approved by the Program Eligibility Requirements  Existing structures currently zoned for commercial use and in current commercial use, or planned for commercial use, within the corporate limits of the City of Hyattsville are eligible for the grant. In the event that a building code compliance violation is present, correction of the violation must be made as part of the façade improvement work. Eligible applicants include the owner of a commercial building or the owner of a commercial business. Properties which are vacant at the time of award must tenant the improved space, with a permitted use, within six (6) months of the completion of the façade improvement work. All applications must be signed by the property owner to indicate consent for the proposed improvements. The determination of eligibility and priority for assistance is at the discretion of the City of Hyattsville. Work which qualifies for assistance includes improvements to the exterior of a building which are visible from the public right-of-way. Work must be completed within one year of the grant award notification. For more information, visit City of Hyattsville.

The Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is designed to support local small business resiliency with grant awards of up to $25,000 for qualified businesses. Donor Name: City of Riverside State: California City: Riverside Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition to direct financial support, all applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a FREE one-on-one Strategic Planning Consultation to identify opportunities for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. The goal of the City of Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is to address not only continuing pandemic recovery needs, but, as provided for in the Department of Treasury State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), it is intended to support long-term resiliency and growth of local small businesses, promote access to valuable partner resources, and reduce the barriers to success faced by small businesses in disadvantaged communities. Eligibility Criteria  Program eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to the below: Business consists of under 50 Employees Business is located within Riverside city limits Annual Gross Revenue is $10,000 – $2,500,000 Business is small and/or home-based business Able to demonstrate COVID financial impact Business is active with valid business license Business in Operation Prior to 01/01/23. For more information, visit City of Riverside.