Community Arts Grants
Funding Amount
Tier I: up to $100,000 annual budget; Tier II: $100,000-$750,000 annual budget; Tier III: over $750,000 annual budget; Founding Grants: up to $2,500 per year
Deadline
April 15, 2026
7 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Arts Grants
Funder: Arts Council of Anne Arundel County (ACAAC)
Geographic Scope: Anne Arundel County, Maryland
Project Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Overview
The FY27 Community Arts Grants program provides general operating support to 501(c)(3) arts organizations that are based in and provide programming in Anne Arundel County. This is ACAAC's capstone grant program.Founding Grants are available for nonprofits that did not receive Community Arts Grant funding in the previous year (up to $2,500 per year).
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organizations
- Based in Anne Arundel County
- Provide programming in Anne Arundel County
Eligibility
- Tier I: Organizations with annual operating budget up to $100,000
- Tier II: Organizations with annual operating budget between $100,000-$750,000
- Tier III: Organizations with annual operating budget more than $750,000
- Founding Grants: New applicants up to $2,500 per year
Funding Tiers
Contact
Arts Council of Anne Arundel County 2666 Riva Road Suite 150 Annapolis, MD 21401 410-222-7949 info@acaac.orgAdditional Information
ACAACrecently reviewed and revised its grant programs to ensure that marketing, application and review processes, and funds awarded reflect organizational principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.How to Apply
Application Process
Application Period: March 15 – April 15, 2026
Submission Platform: Submittable
Required Materials:
Steps
1. Review FY27 Guidelines & Instructions 2. Determine your organization's funding tier based on annual operating budget 3. Submit application through Submittable portal between March 15 - April 15, 2026Sign Up for Updates
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