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As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City of Santa Barbara is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications are open now through September 22, 2023, with funding available for programs beginning on January 1, 2024.
The three program areas, Community Arts, Organizational Development, and Community Events and Festivals, will provide arts access and services for underserved communities, support diverse nonprofits, and catalyze events and festivals that enhance economic and community vitality. The application deadline is September 22, 2023, at 5 p.m.
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Community Arts (CA) Grants: Support for projects and programs uplifting arts opportunities for underserved communities and youth and helping to ensure arts access for all members of Santa Barbara’s community. Maximum funding request: up to $6,000
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Organizational Development (OD) Grants: Support for nonprofit arts organizations’ capacity and performance, enhance audience reach, and increase earned income. Embracing a variety of arts organizations, including multicultural and neighborhood arts. Maximum funding request: up to $18,000
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Community Events & Festivals (EF) Grants: Support for events and festivals that contribute to the cultural vitality and promotion of the City. Maximum funding request: up to $15,000 for recently developed or pilot programs and $10,000 for established events or festivals.
To be eligible, applicants must have nonprofit 501c3 status or a nonprofit fiscal sponsor and attend a mandatory informational workshop. An in-person workshop is scheduled for September 8 from 12- 1 p.m. at the David Gebhard Public Meeting Room, located at 630 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA. An online workshop will take place via Zoom on September 14 at 4 p.m. For workshop registration, grant guidelines, eligibility requirements, and the online application portal, visit sbac.ca.gov/city-grants.
The City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants are funded by the City of Santa Barbara. Applications are reviewed by the City-appointed Arts Advisory Committee and Community Events & Festivals Committee, with funding recommendations submitted for City Council approval. Grant administration is facilitated by the County Office of Arts and Culture. For more than 30 years, both governments have shared resources and staff to maximize support for Santa Barbara arts and culture institutions, programs, initiatives, and projects.
About the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture:
The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture is a division of the County’s Community Services Department, serving as the local governmental umbrella for arts and culture projects and programs within Santa Barbara County. The Office represents a longstanding partnership between the County and City of Santa Barbara and serves as the California Arts Council’s State-Local Partner.
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