District of Columbia Arts Grants

This grant provides funding for District resident curators or nonprofit organizations to create and present innovative visual art exhibitions that focus on social justice or showcase contemporary cultural practices.

This grant provides funding to organizations in the Washington, DC metropolitan area that focus on improving community services, education, arts, the environment, and health and wellness for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC that provide youth sports and arts programs, helping to enrich the lives of local children and youth through structured activities.

This grant provides funding to organizations that will improve the natural environment of Kingman and Heritage Islands while creating job opportunities for local residents facing employment barriers and supporting high school students in the Anacostia Watershed.

This funding opportunity supports individuals and non-profit organizations in preserving historic and cultural sites, encouraging community engagement and education in preservation efforts.

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized nonprofit arts organizations in specific U.S. regions to present professional performing artists and engage their communities through public performances and activities.

This program provides free training in journalism to empower Washington, DC residents aged 18 and older to tell impactful local stories through workshops and mentorship.

This grant recognizes and rewards individuals, businesses, and organizations in Washington, D.C. for their innovative contributions to sustainability, focusing on environmental, economic, and social equity initiatives.