When is the deadline for General Operating Support for Midsized Organizations Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

General Operating Support for Midsized Organizations Grant

Q: Who is eligible for General Operating Support for Midsized Organizations Grant?

Eligible applicants: One of the following:501(c)(3) nonprofit or. Geography: Located in Washington State. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Size limits: An annual operating budget between $100,000. Not funded: As a state agency.

Washington State Arts Commission

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Arts Operating Support Grants

Funding Amount

Up to US $12,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

One of the following:501(c)(3) nonprofit or
Tribal Government

Geography

Located in Washington State

Size & budget

An annual operating budget between $100,000

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), click here for ArtsWA’s Fiscal Sponsorship Requirements

Other requirements

Is your organization eligible?
A mission that focuses on art, culture, and/or heritage.
Publicly accessible programming.
A minimum of three years of programming history.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Who is not eligible?
Not eligible: Individuals
Not eligible: For-profit organizations
Not eligible: Religious organizations (eligible for project support only)
Not eligible: Government agencies or departments (unless designated as a Local Arts Agency)
Not eligible: Universities, colleges, academic departments, and K-12 schools
Not eligible: As a state agency

Overview

The General Operating Support for Midsized Organizations Grant provides two-year funding of up to $12,000 to arts, heritage, and culture organizations in Washington State for general operating expenses. The grant aims to equitably distribute funds while supporting community engagement in the creative economy, emphasizing cultural equity and diversity. Eligible applicants must have a mission focused on art and meet specific criteria, including a minimum operating budget and three years of programming history.

General Operating Support for Midsized Organizations offers two-year funding to arts, heritage, and culture organizations for general operating expenses. These small two-year grants support organizations in providing public arts and culture experiences.
We will implement priorities-based criteria to ensure our limited funds are distributed equitably. This funding structure and process is strategically designed to maximize support for our growing community while aligning with the objectives in our strategic plan. We seek to keep diverse communities engaged in the creative economy, support the creative sector statewide, and emphasize cultural equity, community diversity, and sector growth.
Funding
Applicants can request up to $12,000 split across two years ($6,000 x 2) for general operating expenses. If awarded, grant amounts may vary depending on available funds.

Eligibility

Is your organization eligible? A mission that focuses on art, culture, and/or heritage.
Publicly accessible programming.
A minimum of three years of programming history.
A physical address located in Washington State.
An annual operating budget between $100,000 to $350,000.Applicants must be one of the following:501(c)(3) nonprofit or
Fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), click here for ArtsWA’s Fiscal Sponsorship Requirements
Local Arts Agency (must be officially designated to provide art services on behalf of the local government.)

Ineligibility

Religious organizations (eligible for project support only)
Government agencies or departments (unless designated as a Local Arts Agency)
Universities, colleges, academic departments, and K-12 schools
Full list of what ArtsWA can and cannot fund as a state agency.