Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant

Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities
Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: March 20, 2026

Summary

The Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant, offered by the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities, supports a diverse range of arts and humanities initiatives in the District of Columbia. This funding opportunity aims to enhance access to high-quality cultural experiences, improve community quality of life, and boost the local creative economy. Eligible projects may include concerts, art shows, and festivals that engage residents and visitors, fostering a vibrant cultural landscape in the region.

Overview

Projects, Events, or Festivals Projects, Events, and Festivals (PEF) furthers CAH’s mission by encouraging progress in the arts and humanities in the District of Columbia. This program supports individuals and nonprofit arts, humanities, arts education, and service groups. Strong applicants showcase their contributions to DC as a world-class cultural capital. This grant opportunity program goals: Provide access to high-quality arts and humanities experiences for all District of Columbia residents.Improve quality of life by supporting vibrant community projects within the arts and humanities.Strengthen the creative economy through investments in local individuals and organizations. PEF is open for projects of all sizes that show District impact and engage District residents and visitors. CAH encourages community-based projects. They share traits like location, interests, or impact. Arts and humanities projects may include concerts, art shows, readings, or festivals. These festivals feature dance, folk art, film, music, theater, and other art forms. CAH encourages unsure applicants to contact a CAH grants manager.

Eligibility

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