Washington Arts Grants
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Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 19, 2024
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit performing arts organizations in Washington, focusing on innovative theatre and dance projects that foster community and train emerging artists.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 16, 2023
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation strives to better the human condition by supporting programs and services that give people the tools to enhance the quality of their lives and to benefit society as a whole. The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation funds direct service non-profit organizations to improve the quality of people’s lives by providing them with the tools they need to succeed. Since its inception in 1988, the Foundation has funded programs around Montana and in the areas in which the Washington Companies operate. When making a grant decision, we examine each organization’s financial stability, staffing and facility capacity, and relevant partnerships. Additionally, we assess the capability of an organization to sustain a program into the future and their ability to show measurable impact on the population they serve. Finally, funding is guided toward organizations that support low income, rural, and underserved populations through one of our four main focus areas: Education, Health and Human Services, Arts and Culture, and Community Service.
Application Deadline
Sep 25, 2024
Date Added
Sep 1, 2024
The Washington State Department of Commerce hereafter called “COMMERCE,” is initiating this Request for Applications (RFA) to solicit proposals from those qualified and interested in grant funding for retrofitting existing facilities and related projects that achieve energy and operational cost savings. Donor Name: Washington State Department of Commerce State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/25/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Grant cap increased to $1 million, with minimum project size $100,000. Eligible Activities Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: HVAC replacement/upgrade Other mechanical systems Lighting Insulation Windows Heat pump purchase and installation Geothermal heating systems Campus or district energy efficiency measures. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be public entities in the state of Washington: Local agencies, including any city, town, county, special district, municipal corporation, agency, port district or authority Public higher education institutions K-12 public school districts State agencies Federally-recognized tribe within Washington For more information, visit Washington State Department of Commerce.
Application Deadline
Aug 19, 2024
Date Added
Jul 12, 2024
The City of Bellevue Art and Cultural Facility Grant Program to fund capital projects by arts and cultural organizations in Bellevue, WA Donor Name: City of Bellevue State: Washington City: Bellevue Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Capital Projects include acquiring property, building new facilities, acquiring specialized equipment and other major building renovations. Facility Maintenance includes preventative maintenance and repairs to help preserve existing arts and cultural facilities. The City of Bellevue’s Art and Cultural Facility Grant Program includes two grant opportunities, one for Capital Projects and another for Facility Maintenance. Public Funding Requires a Public Benefit Washington law requires that individuals or organizations who receive public funding must provide public benefits. Examples of public benefits are: Free or reduced-fare tickets to public performances, exhibitions, workshops, screenings, or readings. Free scholarships to ongoing, fee-based arts education or training programs Accommodating services that expand access to arts and culture to underrepresented groups. Free, electronically accessible materials, including literary publications, audio, or video recordings. Funding Information For Capital Projects, eligible applicants can request any amount up to $499,999 for major building renovations and capital equipment purchases. For projects including land acquisition, existing facility acquisition, or construction of a facility, the request may be higher but must not exceed forty (40) percent of the total estimated project budget. For Facility Maintenance, eligible applicants can request any amount up to $499,999. Project Eligibility Must be in Bellevue, Washington. Site control in various forms, depending on the project, will be required. For projects above $500,000 (Capital Projects for acquisition and construction), the applicant must attest to owning and operating facility for a minimum of ten (10) years after the application date. For acquisition, site control can include an executed purchase and sale agreement with the owner of the site with a closing date that is not more than twenty-four (24) months from the date of the applicant’s application. For projects below $499,999 (Capital Projects for renovation or capital equipment and Facility Maintenance), the applicant must attest to owning and operating facility for a minimum of five (5) years after the application date. If the applicant does not own the real property on which the subject facility is located, the applicant must attest in the application that the applicant has a long-term lease of at least five (5) additional years at the date of applying with options to review with the landlord, pursuant to which the applicant is responsible for maintenance and repair of the leased premises and attach a copy of such lease. Applications will not be considered for maintenance by landlords who may own a cultural facility leased out to an art or cultural nonprofit. Eligible Capital Projects include design, architectural, and engineering work; building permit fees; archaeological and historical review; construction labor and materials; demolition and site preparation; construction management (from external sources only and does not include grant writers, project managers or employees of the grantee); ADA accessibility or environmental improvements; historical preservation; information technology infrastructure (cables and wiring); acquisition of real property, explicitly purchased as part of a “turn-key,” construction or renovation project, as well as its associated costs (appraisal fees, title opinions, surveying fees, real estate fees, title transfer taxes, easements of record, and legal expenses); capitalized equipment specifically for art and cultural uses such as spring floors, stage lighting, or gallery display equipment, and building furnishings with a ten (10) or more year lifespan. Eligible Facility Maintenance projects include regular maintenance on existing building systems and structures such as a new roof, interior or exterior paint, HVAC, plumbing, elevators, and non-specialized and capitalized equipment replacement such as regular building lighting and flooring. Eligibility Criteria Must be a nonprofit organization in good standing for at least two years. “Good standing” means the nonprofit is financially solvent, current on its filings with the State of Washington and the IRS, has not filed for bankruptcy, and none of its members, directors, or officers have been criminally convicted or debarred from participating in federal contracts. Must attest to having a sustainable long-term financial model that is not dependent on any City funding to sustain the staffing of the applicant’s operations and that is not dependent on City funding to pay the cost of maintaining and repairing the facilities the applicant currently owns or intends to own. Must offer at least one cultural program or service open to the public and serving Bellevue residents. For more information, visit City of Bellevue.
Application Deadline
May 28, 2024
Date Added
Apr 16, 2024
The Washington State Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2025-27 Youth Recreational Facilities (YRF) grant program. Donor Name: Washington State Department of Commerce State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/28/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This program awards state grants to Tribes and nonprofit youth oriented organizations to defray eligible capital costs to acquire, construct, or rehabilitate projects that offer recreational opportunities for youth k-12. Approved projects will be reimbursed for 25% of their eligible capital costs for: The acquisition and major new construction, or Renovation of nonresidential youth recreational facilities. Funding Information The maximum grant award for the 2025-2027 biennium is $1,200,000. There is no minimum grant award amount. Eligible Projects A proposed project must involve the construction, renovation, or acquisition and major renovation of nonresidential youth recreational facilities. These projects must also offer programmatic social and/or educational services on-site. Acquisition of bare land must be accompanied by the construction or renovation of a usable facility to be considered an eligible project. Organizations cannot apply for multiple Capital Programs competitive grants for the same project scope of work. Eligibility Criteria All applicants must meet the following eligibility standards at the time the application is submitted: Be a Tribe or registered in the state of Washington as a nonprofit organization; Have a legally constituted board of directors; Be dedicated to youth-related activities; Agree to enter the LEED certification process or receive an exemption from Commerce; Agree to pay state prevailing wages as of the date the budget becomes effective; Have control of the project site via ownership or executed long-term lease (15 years) at the time of application — operating agreements will not be accepted as site control. All lease agreements must be recorded with the county of record; and Have made substantial progress in an active capital fundraising campaign dedicated to the project. For more information, visit WSDC.
Application Deadline
Sep 29, 2024
Date Added
Sep 4, 2024
The Mukilteo Department of Recreation and Cultural Services is accepting applications for Co-Sponsorship Facility Use Grants that waive facility rental fees for use of City Facilities. Donor Name: City of Mukilteo State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/29/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of the City of Mukilteo’s Co-sponsorship Grant process is to: Promote, support, and expand existing and new Mukilteo special events, activities, and programs. Promote, publicize, and support and/or expand economic development in Mukilteo. Support activities that promote the general health or well-being of those in the community. Eligible Projects Illustrative examples of eligible projects: A special event, program, or activity that is open to the public and offers enhanced opportunities in areas such as culture and arts, recreation, youth or adult activities, and community safety. A special event, program, or activity that promotes job growth; or promotes business attraction and retention. Eligibility Criteria The grant program is open to any public or private organization with demonstrated capacity to accomplish the proposed project by December 31st, 2025 Qualifying organizations can include non-profit volunteer groups, neighborhood groups, educational organizations, public agencies and chamber of commerce. With limited exceptions, organizations/businesses must be based in Mukilteo. Organizations outside the City must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the city, the benefits and necessity of the service provided and the direct public benefit to the community of Mukilteo. For more information, visit City of Mukilteo.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2024
Date Added
Sep 19, 2024
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Vancouver for events and programs that promote cultural enrichment, tourism, and community engagement, aiming to attract visitors and enhance the local tourism economy.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 14, 2023
The Norcliffe Foundation is a private family foundation established to improve the ​quality of life for all people in our community. What we fund Areas of support include human services, healthcare, civic and community projects, education, and arts and culture. Funding Areas The foundation makes grants in the following areas: Arts & Culture Civic & Community Education Environment & Conservation Healthcare & Research Historic Preservation Human & Social Services Youth Development​​
Application Deadline
Jul 29, 2024
Date Added
Jun 10, 2024
The Artist Trust (AT) Endurance Grants (END) are unrestricted emergency need-based grants of $2,500 to artists working in all disciplines across Washington State to assist with an unforeseen emergency, crisis, or catastrophic event. Donor Name: Artist Trust State: Washington County: King County (WA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: These 40 grants will fund artists who identify with one or more of the following communities: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and/or Native, LGBTQIA+, immunocompromised, with immigrant status, have or are living with a disability, residing outside King County, and/or low income. Funding for this program comes in part from a grant from the CERF+ Artist Readiness Program (CARP) with support through the Mellon Foundation, their individual donors, and the Artist Trust Board of Trustees. Disciplinary Categories Literary Arts Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Experimental/ Hybrid Works, Poetry, Graphic Novels, Zines. Media Arts Animation, Film, Immersive Audio & Video Works, Podcasts, Screenplays, Teleplays, Video, VR & Webbased Art. Performing Arts Music, Music Composition, Dance, Costume Design, Set Design, Sound Design, Theater, Playwriting, Spoken Word or Storytelling, Traditional/Folk Performance, Performance Art. Visual Arts Drawing, Illustration, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Installation, Interactive Installation & Sculpture, Environmental Design, Digital Arts, Traditional/Folk Art, Craft. Eligibility Criteria The 2024 Artist Trust Endurance Grants are open to artists residing in Washington State working in all disciplines. This grant is also open to 2024 Artist Trust recipients of other awards. Recipients of the 2024 Artist Trust Endurance Grants are still eligible for other Artist Trust grants of the same year. Applicants must be: An artist practicing in one or more of their disciplinary categories 18 years of age or older by application deadline and payment (payment will be made in October 2023) Individual artists who are the originators of works of art Identifying with one or more of the following communities: Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and/or Native, LGBTQIA+, immunocompromised, with immigrant status, having or are living with a disability, residing outside King County, and/or low income AND Applicants must not be: Current graduate or undergraduate students enrolled at the time of both the application deadline and payment (payment will be made October 2023) Applying as cultural organizers, curators, or applying on behalf of a company, nonprofit, organization, fiscal sponsorship, or community group Current AT staff, Board of Trustees, END panelists, or their family For more information, visit Artist Trust.
Application Deadline
Aug 15, 2024
Date Added
Jul 5, 2024
The Community Foundation of NCW is excited to announce the New Legacy Funds Grant Program. Donor Name: Community Foundation of NCW 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: This grant program will focus on place-based, community-centered grant distribution to charitable organizations, meeting community needs throughout North Central Washington. This competitive grant program replaces the Regional Impact Grant and is the main source of grant funding from the Foundation for nonprofits throughout NCW. “Foundation have a Local Advisory Board for each Legacy Fund that has received training on how Community Foundation grants are reviewed and evaluated” said Jennifer Short, director of community grants at the foundation. “Each LAB also includes a foundation Trustee and staff to help direct and guide the process. They’re looking forward to including more community members in our grant-making process as they understand their community’s critical needs and enrichment opportunities best.” Focus Areas Arts, Culture, Humanities Community Service/Social Benefit Environmental/Animal Protection Health and Human Services Youth Development Eligibility Criteria Legacy Fund Grants will provide unrestricted funding to nonprofits by geographic region in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Methow Valley, Okanogan Valley, Upper Valley, and Wenatchee Valley. These funds have been established by donations from local individuals and families who wanted to create a meaningful legacy to their community. For more information, visit Community Foundation of NCW.
Application Deadline
Nov 6, 2024
Date Added
May 23, 2024
This grant provides funding to agricultural professionals and organizations in the Western U.S. to implement educational and demonstration projects that promote the adoption of sustainable farming practices based on previous research findings.
Application Deadline
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Date Added
Mar 7, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington for projects that enhance community services in areas such as education, public health, and cultural activities.
Application Deadline
Jun 28, 2024
Date Added
Jun 12, 2024
The City of Spokane, through its Accounting and Grants Department (hereinafter “City”), is initiating this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to solicit applications from community serving organizations for capital campaign expenses. Donor Name: City of Spokane State: Washington City: Spokane Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: This program’s purpose is to provide capital dollars to solicit applications from community serving organizations for capital campaign expenses. Grants of up to $100,000 are available to support the implementation of a capital campaign that results in the entity securing a physical location for operation. Key tasks identified for this funding include strategic planning, feasibility study, campaign implementation, and training/support for staff in relation to a capital campaign. Qualifying organizations should meet the following parameters: Demonstrate need to carry out a capital project for expanded services. Demonstrated history of serving members of historically marginalized communities. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through policy and procedures. Demonstrate the ability to complete the proposed project by 6/30/2026 Project Period Funds must be contracted before 12/31/24 for project completion date prior to 6/30/26. Eligibility Criteria Eligible Applicants Include: Be a 501c3 organization. Organization registered in the City limits of Spokane. Purposed multicultural Center must be inside the City limits of Spokane. Over 50% of this location must be outward facing and used for multicultural activities. For more information, visit City of Spokane.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 7, 2024
This funding opportunity provides up to $1,500 for urgent needs to government, Tribal, and non-profit organizations within specific counties in Oregon and Washington, excluding event sponsorships and operational budget support.
Application Deadline
Jul 31, 2024
Date Added
Jul 10, 2024
Applications are now being accepted for the Confluence Health & WVMG Community Partnership Grant Program Donor Name: Community Foundation of NCW State: Washington County: Chelan County (WA), Douglas County (WA), Grant County (WA), Okanogan County (WA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Partnership Fund, managed by the Community Foundation, aims to award each year in grants that: Focus on Health and Wellness, Education, and Arts and Culture. Promote education, especially events targeting math and science education. Have a significant benefit to the community. Drive positive economic impact in community. Funding Information The Community Partnership Fund Committee will review and determine awards, which will range between $1,000 – $15,000. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations (or fiscally sponsored), public agencies, and schools serving Chelan, Douglas, Grant, or Okanogan counties. Organizations are limited to one grant proposal for consideration per grant cycle. For public schools, applications are limited to one grant proposal per school building and one grant proposal for a district-wide request. Private schools are not eligible. Churches and faith based organizations, even for non-religious purposes, are not eligible for this grant program. Examples of requests that have been declined in the past: Wine-centric events Beauty pageants Individual/personal initiatives Large, national organizations that may not have local beneficiaries For more information, visit CFNCW.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 26, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create pathways to success for young people aged 12 to 24, particularly those from marginalized communities in King County, Washington, by focusing on education, workforce development, and mentorship.
Application Deadline
Sep 6, 2024
Date Added
Aug 1, 2024
The City of Bellingham is seeking proposals for its Tourism Promotion Grants to increase economic activity in the City of Bellingham resulting from Tourists. Donor Name: City of Bellingham State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This is an opportunity to apply for funds to provide seed money for your new event or marketing funds for ongoing events. Ideally, putting heads in beds (hotel stays). Funding is limited to activities which draw tourists to Bellingham. Types of Grant The Start-Up Grant- They offer a Start-up Grant for those events or activities that are three years young. This allows you to utilize funds for more than just marketing. You can put some funds toward eligible operating expenses which are limited to venue rentals (i.e. conference rooms), equipment rentals (i.e. cones, traffic signs, etc.), a portion of rent (must be proportionate to the event), and/or the purchase of goods/supplies with prior approval by the City. For example, payroll, travel, alcohol and equipment expenses are NOT allowed. Final decisions by the City on allowed operational expenses will be identified in the contract, and all expenses must be incurred and paid during the contractual period with appropriate back-up documentation available. The Standard Grant- This grant is for those events or activities who are over three years running. Eligible operational expenses are limited to venue rentals (i.e. conference rooms), equipment rentals (i.e. cones, traffic signs, etc.), a portion of rent (must be proportionate to the event), and/or the purchase of goods/supplies with prior approval by the City. For example, payroll, travel, alcohol and equipment expenses are NOT allowed. Final decisions by the City on allowed operational expenses will be identified in the contract, and all expenses must be incurred and paid during the contractual period with appropriate back-up documentation available. Funding Information Start-up grants have a maximum of $5,000 funding. The Standard grant does not have a limit however generally funding amount ranges between $2,500 – $25,000. Marketing Requirements RCW 67.28.080 defines a tourist as people travelling: For business or pleasure staying overnight in paid accommodations, To a place 50 miles or more one way from their place of residence or business or From another country or state outside of their place of residence or their business. For more information, visit City of Bellingham.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2024
Date Added
Aug 8, 2024
The Washington State Arts Commission is offering a non-competitive Tribal Cultural Grant Program, providing funding up to $18,000 per application for Federally-recognized Tribes in Washington State to support and enhance their arts and culture, covering expenses such as artist fees, museum support, rent, travel, materials, administrative costs, and cultural classes.
Application Deadline
Jul 10, 2024
Date Added
Jun 14, 2024
The City of Maple Valley is accepting applications from Maple Valley agencies and organizations that provide services and events within the community. Donor Name: City of Maple Valley State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Applicants will be evaluated in two different categories, Economic/Community Events and Human Services based on the type of services/events they contribute to the City. Economic/Community Events Economic/Community Events have been separated into two sub-categories: Economic Events and Community Events. The Economic Development Commission (EDC) will review the applications that are submitted for these sub-categories. After review, the Commission will determine which organizations or agencies will be recommended to the City’s Finance Committee for grant funding. The amount of funding to be awarded to each recipient will be based on an established amount allocated for each category or sub-category. The EDC will inform the City’s Finance Committee of the results of this process. Economic Event Grant To be eligible as an “Economic Event” grant applicant, the EDC will consider events from organizations which are registered as a non-profit corporation, attract participants and spectators from the region, state, and across the U.S., located outside of Maple Valley, bring significant value to the citizens of Maple Valley, and which serve valid municipal purposes (community participation, economic development). Examples of previous grant recipients that would likely fall into this category include the Lake Wilderness Triathlon and the Be the Hope Walk. Community Event Grant To be considered a “Community Events” grant applicant, the EDC will consider events from organizations which are registered as a non-profit corporation, attract local participants and spectators, bring significant value to the citizens of Maple Valley, and which serve valid municipal purposes (community participation). Examples of previous grant recipients that would likely fall into this category include the Maple Valley Youth Symphony, the Creative Arts Council, and Maple Valley Days. Human Services The Finance Committee will retain responsibility for the Human Services process which includes reviewing submitted applications, determining which agencies will be recommended for grant funding and the amount of funding to be awarded to each recipient from an established amount allocated for this category. For more information, visit City of Maple.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 23, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to neighborhoods, community groups, and local businesses in Marysville, Washington, for projects aimed at beautifying their local areas.