How much funding does Organization Operations Grant provide?

Organization Operations Grant provides Up to US $7,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Organization Operations Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Organization Operations Grant?

Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Size limits: With annual budgets exceeding $25,000; With annual operating budgets above $25,000.

Organization Operations Grant

Maine Arts Commission

Foundation Grants for Arts Grants for Nonprofits Operating Support Grants

Funding Amount

Up to US $7,500

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.

Size & budget

With annual budgets exceeding $25,000
With annual operating budgets above $25,000

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

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.

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