New Orleans as Cultural Capital Grant - Level 1 Funding

New Orleans as Cultural Capital Grant - Level 1 Funding

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Arts Council New Orleans
Amount: Up to US $3,500
Last Updated: March 02, 2026

Summary

The New Orleans as Cultural Capital Grant provides essential operating support to nonprofit arts organizations across various disciplines such as dance, music, and visual arts. With funding amounts of $3,500, $7,000, or $14,000 based on fiscal year expenditures, this grant emphasizes artistic excellence and equitable practices. Grants are awarded for two years, encouraging long-term sustainability and community engagement in the arts. Applications open on February 3, 2025, for 2026 and 2027 support.

Overview

Note: Applications for operating support for 2026 and 2027 will open on February 3, 2025 About The Community Arts Grant Program Community Arts Grants (CAG) are funded by the City of New Orleans and administered by Arts New Orleans. Who We Are The Arts Council of New Orleans, dba Arts New Orleans, envisions New Orleans as a city that integrates Art in Everything, where arts and culture play a pivotal role in all policy, planning, and placemaking. We believe in the power of arts and culture to actively improve the quality of life in New Orleans and that the full spectrum of benefits should be equally accessible to all residents. Arts New Orleans advocates for expanded investment in the arts and culture ecosystem. We provide artists and culture bearers with vital training and economic opportunities while recognizing our commitment to equity in our sector and city. New Orleans As Cultural Capital Category New Orleans as Cultural Capital grants provide operating support to nonprofit arts organizations working in the following arts disciplines: dance, design arts, folklife, literature, media, multidisciplinary, music, theater, and visual art and crafts. Applicants should demonstrate artistic excellence and equitable practices. Funds can be used for administrative or overhead expenses, including but not limited to salaries, programming costs, marketing, supplies and materials, space rental, utilities, and insurance. Funding An eligible arts organization may apply for $14,000, $7,000, or $3,500 grants in accordance with funds it spent during its fiscal year. Amount Of Grant Request: Applicants' expenditures for their fiscal year will be used to determine their request amount Level 1 = To be considered for a level 1 grant of $3,500, the expenditures during the applicant's fiscal year must be $199,999 or less. Activity Period New Orleans as Cultural Capital grants are awarded for two years.  This grant will renew for the second year after receipt and approval of the organization's final report for the first year.

Eligibility

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