$150K
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Extensive
Detailed federal app
Funds projects at the intersection of arts, culture, and community development, supporting creative placemaking that contributes to the livability and economic vitality of communities.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Must be a nonprofit organization or government entity partnering with a local government
2.Project must integrate arts and culture into community development efforts
3.Grant range: $25,000–$150,000; 1:1 cost-share from non-federal sources required
4.Priority: projects serving underserved communities and rural or tribal areas
5.Projects must demonstrate measurable community and economic development outcomes
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