Organization Operations Grant

Organization Operations Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Maine Arts Commission
Amount: Up to US $7,500
Last Updated: September 12, 2025

Summary

The Organization Operations Grant, offered by the Maine Arts Commission, provides essential support for 501(c)(3) arts organizations in Maine with annual budgets exceeding $25,000. This funding aims to bolster the arts sector by sustaining organizations, infrastructure, and the creative workforce. Eligible applicants must prioritize the arts in their mission and demonstrate that at least 50% of their programming is arts-related. Awarded funds can cover operational costs incurred between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.

Overview

Summary The Organization Operations Grant provides general operating support to 501(c)(3) arts organizations in Maine with annual operating budgets above $25,000. This grant supports the well-being of Maine’s arts sector by helping sustain arts organizations, infrastructure, and the creative workforce in the state. Applicants must operate with a mission that describes the arts as the primary purpose and focus of the organization. Multipurpose organizations, including arts entities embedded in universities and colleges, are eligible if they demonstrate that the arts comprise at least 50% of the organization’s programming and have an independent advisory board. Universities or colleges in their entirety, individual departments, or organizations whose primary purpose is fundraising may not apply. Award funds are to be used for eligible operation costs or to reimburse costs incurred between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025

Eligibility

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