Grants for City or township governments - Arts

This grant provides financial support to public charities and government units in Washington, Oregon, and Northern California for projects that enhance community quality of life through capital improvements, equipment purchases, or program expansions focused on sustainability.

This funding opportunity supports projects that foster educational, cultural, and professional exchanges between the United States and Bulgaria, targeting nonprofit organizations, individuals, and educational institutions engaged in initiatives that promote democratic values, economic growth, and innovation.

This program provides funding for arts education projects that engage learners and communities through innovative initiatives, supporting nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in enhancing arts learning experiences.

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations in Morgan County, Ohio, to support projects that enhance community well-being and address local needs across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and economic development.

This funding initiative provides financial support to individual artists and arts organizations in Wyoming to enhance their professional skills and operational effectiveness through various development activities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Texas to host public humanities programs, such as lectures and exhibitions, aimed at engaging the community.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in extending and enhancing existing breast cancer clinical studies, with a focus on benefiting active-duty Service Members, Veterans, and military families.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments in Indiana for short-term arts projects that promote community engagement and accessibility to the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Indiana for public humanities projects that promote community engagement and education in areas such as literature, history, and philosophy.

This program provides funding to eligible organizations for projects aimed at treating and abating abandoned mine drainage, which significantly impacts Pennsylvania's waterways.

This program provides financial support to established nonprofit organizations in Lubbock for cultural and artistic projects that attract tourists and enhance the city's identity as a regional arts hub.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community-based groups across the U.S. to create significant positive impacts in areas like education, health, arts, and social services.

This grant provides funding for community programs held at specific Howard-named facilities in Berrien County, Michigan, benefiting local residents through educational, recreational, and cultural activities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in North Dakota for community projects and events that celebrate the state's contributions to American history and promote democratic values in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Oklahoma-based organizations to create public arts events that enhance community engagement and cultural experiences.

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Oklahoma to create and enhance humanities-based learning experiences for K-12 public school students.

The Greater Hermiston Community Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of its 2024 grant cycle. Local organizations serving Hermiston, Umatilla, Stanfield, Echo, and Irrigon are invited to apply for funding to support projects with a lasting and positive impact on the community. Mission and Focus: The Foundation is dedicated to promoting the well-being and prosperity of the Greater Hermiston area. Eligible projects must demonstrate clear and measurable benefits to the community, emphasizing long-term value and sustainability. Grant Amounts: Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to selected organizations aligning with the Foundation's mission and priorities. Funding can support a variety of activities, including community development, education, health, wellness, arts, and cultural enrichment. Statement from Greg Harris, Chair: "We are thrilled to offer local organizations the opportunity to receive support for their vital work through community donations. These grants empower organizations to make a meaningful impact and contribute to our communities' long-term vitality." Application Process: Organizations can access grant applications online. The submission deadline is May 31, 2024. Please carefully review the grant guidelines and application instructions before applying.

The City of Kemah's Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Sponsorship Program offers funding to organizations for events that directly enhance and promote tourism, as well as the convention and hotel industry within the city. This initiative is designed to align with the city's mission to stimulate economic growth through increased visitor traffic, ensuring that the local hospitality sector benefits from funded activities. The program's core objective is to utilize Hotel/Motel Tax funds to support endeavors that bring tangible advantages to Kemah's tourism landscape. To be eligible for funding, applications must satisfy a two-part criterion. Firstly, the "heads in beds" test requires that every funded project or event must demonstrably attract overnight tourists to Kemah's hotels and motels, thereby directly bolstering the city's lodging industry. This ensures that the grant funds are utilized in a manner that directly contributes to the program's primary goal of promoting the city's hotel industry. The target beneficiaries are primarily the hotels, motels, and businesses within the tourism sector in Kemah, with the ultimate impact goal of increasing their revenue and overall economic vitality. Secondly, the project or event must fall into one of nine statutorily authorized categories. These categories include convention and visitor centers/registration, advertising the city, promotion of the arts, historical restoration and preservation, sporting events in counties under one million in population, enhancing or upgrading existing sports facilities or fields (in certain cities), tourist transportation systems, and signage directing the public to frequently visited sights and attractions. These categories represent the key priorities and focuses of the grant program, ensuring that diverse aspects of tourism and community enrichment are supported. The expected outcomes and measurable results of the program include a measurable increase in hotel occupancy rates, a rise in the number of overnight tourists, and an enhancement of Kemah's reputation as a tourist destination. By funding projects aligned with these categories, the city aims to create a vibrant tourism ecosystem that benefits both visitors and local businesses. The City of Kemah's strategic priority is to maximize the economic benefits derived from the Hotel/Motel Tax through targeted investments in tourism promotion and infrastructure. The theory of change behind this program is that by providing financial support to events and projects that directly attract overnight visitors and enhance tourist experiences, the city will foster sustainable growth in its tourism and hotel industries.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments for a variety of arts projects that engage communities, enhance arts education, and promote health and well-being through the arts.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Denver that are working to improve youth mental health, address trauma, and reduce substance misuse through innovative and measurable programs.