Organization Grants
Long Beach-based arts and cultural organizations applying for unrestricted operating support to present exemplary works of art for public benefit and education.
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- annual cycle, check dates
- Entry fee
- Free
- Award
- Unrestricted operating grants
- Location
- Long Beach, California
About
Overview
Operating Grants I & II provide unrestricted, operating support to Long Beach-based arts and cultural organizations whose primary mission is to collect, preserve, present and/or commission exemplary works of art (visual art exhibitions, theatre, dance and/or musical performances). Works of art must be of regional significance, for the benefit of the general public and provide educational opportunities that enable audiences to better understand and appreciate the arts.
Eligibility
Organization budgets must be over $250,000 annually. Measure B Grantees are no longer eligible for Operating Grants through the Arts Council for Long Beach. New applicants are required to consult with the Grants Department.
Key Dates
- Application Opening: April 29, 2026
- Application Deadline: Friday, June 12, 2026, 5 PM
- Consultation available by appointment: April 2026 through June 5, 2026
How to Apply
Consultation required with the Grants Department for all new Operating Grant applicants. To request an appointment, contact [email protected] or book a meeting. For application assistance, visit the Grant Application Assistance webpage.
Documents
- Operating Grant I and II Guidelines
- Operational Grant Budget Form 2024–2025
- Award
- Unrestricted operating grants
- Entry fee
- Free to enter
- Theme
- Supporting arts and cultural organizations that present exemplary works of regional significance and provide educational opportunities for public understanding and appreciation of the arts.
- Eligibility
- Long Beach-based arts and cultural organizations with annual budgets over $250,000 whose primary mission is to collect, preserve, present and/or commission exemplary works of art; Measure B Grantees are no longer eligible.
- Audience
- Long Beach-based arts and cultural organizations
- Contact
- [email protected]
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.