CORE Operating Support Grants - Mid-Size & Large Budget Organizations

The CORE Operating Support Grants aim to provide vital funding for established nonprofit arts organizations in Fort Worth with budgets of $100,000 and above. This unrestricted funding supports general operations and programming, fostering creativity, celebrating diversity, enhancing accessibility, and promoting economic growth within the community. Organizations are encouraged to attend the mandatory orientation for applicants in May 2025, ensuring they are well-prepared to apply for this essential support.

Note: Attend mandatory orientation for grant applicants in May 2025.
Arts Fort Worth’s competitive  grants programs fulfill this mission by supporting local arts organizations and the artistic programming they provide within  our city.
CORE Operating Grants provide fundamental mission support through unrestricted funding to established nonprofit arts organizations for general operations, administration, and programming costs.
CORE Operating support under Mid to Large Budget Organizations with budgets $100,000 and over.
Arts Fort Worth grants are designed to:
Foster a culture of creativity and innovation;Celebrate community diversity through inclusive artistic expression;Increase accessibility and encourage broad-based participation in arts activities;Strengthen the service capacity and business practices of arts providers; andPromote tourism and economic growth in the City of Fort Worth.