East Arts Grant Program (formerly East of the River)

East Arts Grant Program (formerly East of the River)

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities
Amount: Up to US $35,000
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The East Arts Grant Program supports BIPOC-centered non-profit organizations in the northeast and southeast quadrants of Washington, DC, providing high-quality arts and humanities experiences. This initiative aims to enhance community identity and elevate the creative excellence of artists through various disciplines, including dance, visual arts, and literature. By fostering access to these experiences, the program enriches the cultural landscape and quality of life for local residents.

Overview

East Arts Grant Program The East Arts (EA) grant program offers support to qualified non-profit organizations that identify as BIPOC-centered organizations (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) to deliver exemplary arts and humanities experiences to DC residents who reside within the northeast (NE) and southeast (SE) quadrants of the District of Columbia. Projects can include, but are not limited to the following disciplines: dance; design; folk and traditional arts; literature; media arts; music; theater; visual arts, and humanities. Program Objectives By making its EA grant awards, CAH endeavors to meet the following goals: Provide access to high-quality arts and humanities experiences for residents who reside in the NE and SE quadrants of the District of Columbia. Enhance the quality of life by supporting a vibrant community identity through the arts and humanities. Support activities that highlight and elevate the creative excellence and accomplishments of artists and arts programing in the NE and SE quadrants of the District.

Eligibility

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