How much funding does Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

How often is Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants offered?

Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants

Q: Who is eligible for Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants?

Eligible applicants: Non-profit organizations; Individual artists.

Carroll County Arts Council Inc

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Arts Grants for Nonprofits Professional Development Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Note: Applications accepted on rolling basis year-round with no deadline.”

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Non-profit organizations
Individual artists

Overview

Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants

Funder: Carroll County Arts Council Inc

Geographic Scope: Carroll County, Maryland

Purpose: Provide financial support to non-profit organizations or individual artists seeking creative opportunities, professional development, or presenting specific arts-related events, activities, or projects.

Eligible Applicants:

Non-profit organizations

Individual artists

Funding Categories

Professional Development: Opportunities to assist in embracing growth, learning, and discovery for artistic and economic sustainability
Project Funds: Opportunities to serve the growing need for relevant arts projects and collaborations for individuals and within the community

Primary Goal: Foster excellence, diversity, and vitality among the artists and arts offerings in Carroll County.

Application Timeline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. There is no set deadline; applicants may apply any time throughout the year.

Final Report: Due 60 days from program's completion date.

Contact Information

Phone: 410-848-7272
Email: info@CarrollCountyArtsCouncil.org
Address: 91 West Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157

How to Apply

Requirement: All applications require a SlideRoom account

Required Materials:

1. Mini Grant SlideRoom Application - Main application form
2. FY26 Mini Grant Overview, Guidelines, and Resources - Read in full before applying
3. FY26 Mini Grant – Detailed Budget - Required budget form for all applicants
4. Final Report Form - Due 60 days from program's completion date

Application Process:

1. Read FY26 Mini Grant Overview, Guidelines, and Resources in full
2. Create or use existing SlideRoom account
3. Complete detailed budget form (FY26 Mini Grant – Detailed Budget)
4. Submit Mini Grant SlideRoom Application before reviewing your proposal
5. Gather supporting materials as specified in guidelines
6. Submit application through SlideRoom portal

Post-Award:

Submit Final Report Form within 60 days of program/project completion

Note: Applications accepted on rolling basis year-round with no deadline.

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What Carroll County Arts Council Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 2
Total given: $13K
Median grant: $6,400
Range: $6,100–$6,700

By dollars: Maryland 100%. Top recipient cities: Manchester, MD; Hampstead, MD.

Example grants

Small Town Stars Theatre Company · Manchester, MD

Expand arts programs

$6,700
Encore Community Music Association · Hampstead, MD

Expand arts programs

$6,100

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

Deadline

October 14, 2026

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