Creative Learning

Creative Learning Grant Program

Manhattan Arts Grant program for artists and organizations providing educational and learning-focused artistic projects for Manhattan communities.

Geographic Scope: Manhattan-based artists, collectives, and organizations

Eligible Applicants:

• Individual artists
• Artist collectives
• Arts organizations
• Educational organizations
• Community organizations

Focus Areas: Educational arts programming, learning-based projects, community education through the arts

Funding History: In 2019, LMCC awarded over $1.4 million through Manhattan Arts Grants programs to 270+ recipients

Requirements:

• Information sessions are offered but not mandatory; applicants must be based in Manhattan (Community Districts 1-12)

Contact Information:

• Phone: (212) 219-9401
• Email: info@lmcc.net
• Address: 125 Maiden Lane, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10038

Related Programs: Part of Manhattan Arts Grants (also includes Creative Engagement and UMEZ Arts Engagement)

Application Process

Deadline: September 10 annually at 5:00pm EST

Required Steps:

1. Attend an information session (mandatory for first-time applicants and returning applicants who have not attended since 2016)
2. Creative Learning-specific information sessions offered with in-depth review of guidelines
3. Complete online application
4. Submit all required materials by deadline

Application Resources:

• Information sessions held throughout July-August
• Creative Learning-only sessions available for applicants seeking in-depth guidance
• Eligibility Quiz available to determine program fit
• Fundraising Fundamentals workshops offered free covering:
  • Project budgeting
  • Work sample selection
  • Grantwriting basics
  • Funding ecosystem overview
  • Cultivating individual donors

Required Materials (typical for Manhattan Arts Grants):

• Work samples
• Project budget
• Artist/organization statement
• Project narrative and description

Application Details: Guidelines and forms available through LMCC website