Grants to Organizations and Schools

NOTE: Project grants and Operating Support grants are available in all program areas except Arts in Education. Proposals from schools or from organizations collaborating with schools may apply with a Curriculum-Based Project Grant or an Enhancement Grant. Other educational programs not involving PreK-12 educational institutions may apply through Community Arts, or the specific area of arts focus for the educational program. It is strongly encouraged that interested applicants download and review a copy of the Guidelines and seek counsel from a program manager (Staff Directory) prior to submitting an application.

Project Grants

This category provides support for a wide range of activities including festivals, conferences, workshops, exhibitions and/or the creation and production of art as well as the development of touring activities. There are three types of project assistance – general project support, administrative project support, and consolidated project support. Project assistance grants have specific guidelines related to each program. Please review Guidelines and seek counsel from a program manager

Curriculum-Based Project Grants

This category provides support for specific projects that advance the goal of the arts as an essential component of PreK-12 curriculum. Project activities may include classes, workshops, consultants, guest artists, performances, exhibits, professional development and/or artist residencies. These grants are available through the Arts in Education Program. Interested schools and arts organizations should seek counsel from the Arts in Education program manager for details.

Enhancement Grants (Arts in Education)

This category provides support to schools and organizations engaging in arts exposure and arts enrichment activities such as performances, field trips, or professional development workshops. These grants are available through the Arts in Education Program. Interested schools and arts organizations should seek counsel from the Arts in Education Program Manager for details.

Operating Support Grants

This category provides support and stability to large arts organizations with far-reaching cultural impact, year round operations, and strong community service and educational outreach. Check out the Grant Guidelines for more details on how to apply for Operating Support.

Quick Assist Grants

Quick Assist Grants (formerly Technical Assistancde Grants)are for special, one-time needs unrelated to any other project or activity funded with a Council on the Arts grant. These grants fund unexpected or impromptu programs, opportunities, or other activities that are important to promote, share, or support the arts. Successful applications vary widely.

Arts Facilities

This program area supports planning, design, and/or construction costs related to a new facility, renovation of an older facility, and/or major capital outlay improvements to an existing facility. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to read the Arts Facilities grant guidelines and seek counsel from a program manager prior to submitting an application to this program area. Schools are not eligible for Arts Facilities grants.