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Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations apply for operating or program support grants to fund arts initiatives, events, performances, classes, exhibitions, and collaborative projects.
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Get matched →The Springfield Regional Arts Council's Arts & Culture Grant Program supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations through two grant options: the Program Support Grant (available annually) and the Operating Support Grant (available every 3 years). These grants fund operational expenses, programs, projects, events, performances, classes, exhibitions, and collaborative initiatives.
Total allocation of $120,000. Individual agencies eligible to apply for up to $10,000. $30,000 earmarked for Springfield agencies; $90,000 available to the SRAC's 27-county region. Supports events, performances, classes, exhibitions, and collaborative projects.
Available in 2027 (next open cycle February 2027). Provides $20,000 annually for three years to five Springfield arts organizations. Funds can support rent, marketing, facilities, and technical equipment. Requests cannot exceed 50% of an organization's annual budget.
Applicant must be a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, government entity, school district, or tax-exempt faith-based organization. SRAC membership required (annual memberships range from $50 to $500). Fiscally sponsored organizations are not eligible. Previous grant recipients may apply again.
Full proposals for Operating Support Grant may be up to 10 pages including executive summary. All eligible grants reviewed by a committee of SRAC board members, arts and culture experts, educators, and qualified community members.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.