Arts Action Fund - Seed Grant

Arts Action Fund - Seed Grant

Overview: The Seed Grant is part of the Arts Action Fund, the first of its kind in Houston. It exists as a catalyst for closing arts access gaps in schools.

Funder: Arts Connect Houston

Geographic Scope: Houston ISD and Aldine ISD schools

Total Fund Amount: $200,000 annually (2025-2026)

Award Amount: Up to $3,500 per grant

Purpose

The main goal of a Seed Grant is to ensure the support of partnership development to increase access for students to experience the arts at their school. For some partnerships, this may start a relationship. For others, the grant will seed a continued relationship. Seed Grants may be for programming at any Houston ISD or Aldine ISD school.

Eligibility

• Applicants: Arts & Culture Partners apply on behalf of any Houston ISD or Aldine ISD school
• Partner Requirements: Any active non-profit Arts & Culture Partner may apply. "Active" is defined as completing the Annual Partner Survey and having attended the August 7th in-person Partner Convening
• Partnership: Arts & Culture Partners should coordinate with the school(s) they are applying on behalf of prior to submitting an application
• Application Limits: Organizations may apply for up to twelve (12) grants across Learning, Innovation & Action Grants and Seed Grants for both districts. One application per school, per program
• Award Limits: A single organization may only be approved for up to $12,800 total. A Houston ISD school can receive up to three (3) Seed grants per school year

Priority

Arts Connect places priority on serving underfunded campuses in Houston ISD and Aldine ISD with reduced access to the arts.

Review Process

The Arts Action Fund thoroughly reviews submitted applications, including a review of school needs and priorities, organization capabilities, and program elements.

Contact

admin@artsconnecthouston.org