LexArts General Operating Support (GOS) Grant Program

The LexArts General Operating Support Grant provides essential funding to arts organizations in Central Kentucky, supporting year-round cultural activities. With two tiers available, GOS I offers over $25,000 for established organizations, while GOS II provides $5,000 to $25,000 for mid-sized groups. This program aims to enhance community life through artistic and educational initiatives. Interested applicants must visit LexArts.gosmart.org and note that meeting eligibility does not guarantee funding.

Welcome to the LexArts General Operating Support (GOS) Grant Program. GOS Grants provide unrestricted general operating support to arts organizations with a year-round program of arts and cultural activities and services.
GOS I awards support Lexington’s largest and most established arts organizations and are $25,000 and above.
GOSII awards support Lexington’s growing and mid-sized organizations and are $5,000 to $25,000
The GOS application can be found at: LexArts.gosmart.org. Please note that an invitation code is required to apply. All GOS grant applicants will use the same form and will be assigned to GOS I or GOS II review as appropriate.
Note: Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee that your organization will be recommended to apply for General Operating Support.
Program Goal
Through its General Operating Support Program LexArts seeks to provide funding to, and work in partnership with, organizations that enhance the lives of Central Kentuckians through year-round artistic, cultural and educational programs and activities.