Sustaining Impact Grant - Returning Applicants

The Sustaining Impact Grant from the Fund for the Arts provides essential operating support to arts organizations that enhance community vitality and engagement. Eligible returning applicants, having met prior reporting requirements, can apply via the online portal. The grant focuses on community impact, engagement, and sustainable operations, with funding levels based on annual revenues, ensuring that organizations can continue to thrive and contribute to the arts ecosystem.

NOTE: Eligible Organizations must have received a Fund for the Arts grant in at least one of the last three years and met all reporting requirements. Returning and eligible applicants  must submit an application through the online grant portal at the deadline.
The purpose of the Sustaining Impact Grant is to provide general operating support to arts organizations whose programming advances the Fund for the Arts’ Vision, Mission, and Values.
Focus Areas
SIG has three focus areas:
Community Impact – the organization makes a positive impact toward a healthy and vibrant community.Community Engagement – the organization is engaging with and representative of the entire community.Operations and Sustainability – the organization demonstrates efficient and sustainable operations.
Funding
Level 1 - Operating revenues up to $1M,  averaged over the previous three fiscal yearsLevel 2 - Operating revenues between $1M and $5M, averaged over the previous three fiscal yearsLevel 3 - Operating revenues above $5M, averaged over the previous three fiscal years