Local Arts Support

Funder: Brooklyn Arts Council, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) through the Statewide Community Regrants Program

Geographic Scope: Brooklyn, NY

Local Arts Support helps develop high-quality local arts projects and programs that focus on community engagement. Designed specifically for nonprofit organizations and artist-nonprofit partnerships.

Funding Priority: The best proposals identify their community, demonstrate engagement with that community, and thoughtfully describe anticipated outcomes.

2025 Awards: Distributed $275,000 to 63 projects across the borough

Eligibility

• Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3))
• Artist-nonprofit partnerships
• Must be based in or serving Brooklyn
• Full-time students are not eligible; part-time students are eligible
• Organizations cannot have already sought funding from New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) in the same cycle

Required Components

• Community engagement component that benefits the public
• Clear identification of target community
• Demonstrated engagement with that community
• Thoughtful description of anticipated outcomes
• All funded projects must take place in the calendar year of 2026

Contact Information

Address: 10 Lafayette Avenue, Suite 4, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Timeline

• Project Period: Calendar year 2026
• Final Reports Due: March 15, 2027
• Project Extension Requests Due: December 15, 2026

How to Apply

1. Review Guidelines: Thoroughly review the 2026 Application Guidelines (available in English and Spanish) before beginning your application
2. Attend Info Session (Recommended): Join an upcoming Grants Info Session for tips on writing a successful proposal
3. Submit Online: Submit application via Submittable
4. Click Apply Button: Use the "Apply Now" link on the Local Arts Support page

Application Materials

• Complete online application form via Submittable
• Project description and community engagement plan
• Community identification and engagement strategy
• Anticipated outcomes description
• Budget information
• Additional materials as specified in 2026 Application Guidelines

Additional Support

• Application Draft Review Available: For first-time and returning applicants
• On-Demand Info Sessions: Available for those who cannot attend live sessions
• FAQ Page: Comprehensive answers to common questions

Important Notes

• Applications must be submitted online via Submittable by November 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST
• Review panel selection process determines awards
• Panelists score 15-45 applications, with final decisions made during deliberation meetings