Bravo Greater Des Moines: Operating Grants

Bravo Greater Des Moines offers Operating Grants to support the essential administrative expenses of nonprofit cultural organizations in the Greater Des Moines area. This funding is crucial for enhancing the region's arts, culture, and heritage, helping to elevate the community's vibrancy. Returning applicants must complete an interest form, while new applicants are required to meet with Bravo staff prior to applying. The program aims to maximize the impact of arts and culture in the region.

NOTE: To have access to the GC26 Operating Grant application:
Returning applicants must submit an interest form for Passport to Culture 2025-26 participation, and 2026 Bravo Awards Gala Spotlight Award nominations. (noted in the cycle as Letter of Inquiry)This step must be completed before gaining access to the GC26 Operating Grant application. Access the interest form August 1 – August 15.New applicants must meet with Bravo staff before being allowed to apply (noted in the cycle as Pre-proposal)
About Bravo
Bravo Greater Des Moines is the region’s arts council, providing significant funding and support to nonprofit cultural organizations and programs that are essential to a vibrant community.
Program Overview
Bravo’s Operating Grant program provides general operating support to eligible arts, culture and heritage organizations in the Greater Des Moines region. Operating grants support the administrative expenses and day-to-day costs of running an organization which is essential to supporting an organization’s work and mission.