The LA County Department of Arts and Culture's Organizational Grant Program (OGP) offers two-year grants to Los Angeles County nonprofit arts organizations. This program directly aligns with the department's mission to ensure cultural services for the diverse communities of LA County. The funding is designed to support the priority needs of these organizations and bolster their ability to provide quality arts activities and programming, often at free or low cost, which positively impacts residents, neighborhoods, and communities.
The target beneficiaries of the OGP are Los Angeles County nonprofit arts organizations, with an emphasis on those serving diverse communities. The impact goals are centered on increasing direct access and opportunities for residents to engage in quality arts activities and programming. The program aims to strengthen the arts ecosystem within the county by supporting organizations that contribute to the cultural vibrancy and accessibility of the arts.
The OGP has several key priorities and focuses, categorized into Project Categories: Sustainability, Organizational Capacity, Artistic Capacity, and Accessibility. Sustainability supports existing artistic and administrative projects to maintain the organization's mission. Organizational Capacity focuses on new projects that enhance the infrastructure of arts organizations. Artistic Capacity aims to increase the artistic capabilities of these organizations through new projects. Finally, Accessibility provides support for both new and existing projects that ensure public access to arts activities and programs.
Expected outcomes include sustained arts programming, enhanced organizational infrastructure, increased artistic capabilities, and greater public access to arts and culture across Los Angeles County. While specific measurable results like attendance numbers or direct economic impacts are not detailed in the provided text, the eligibility criteria suggest a focus on consistent programming history and sound financial management, implying a theory of change that by strengthening the operational and artistic capacities of arts organizations, they will be better equipped to serve the community and fulfill their mission. The strategic priority is clearly to foster a robust and accessible arts landscape throughout LA County by investing in its foundational artistic organizations.
