Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh
This grant supports the creation and sustainability of Black art and culture in Pittsburgh by funding artists, organizations, and community programs advancing the art of the African diaspora.
Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation
Due Dates: June 24, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 5:00 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Project Support: up to $50,000 over 2 years; General Operating Support: up to $100,000 over 2 years
Summary: Supports individual artists, collectives, and organizations advancing Black art and culture in Allegheny, Beaver, or Westmoreland counties.
Key Information: Applicants may apply to only one funding stream per cycle; highly competitive with an 80%+ decline rate in recent years.
Description
Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh is a grant program managed by The Pittsburgh Foundation dedicated to supporting the creation, presentation, and sustainability of Black art and culture in the Pittsburgh region. The program funds individual artists, artist residencies, nonprofit organizations, and community-based programs that regularly produce or present Black art and cultural events, with a focus on advancing the art of the African diaspora. Its goals are to build careers for local artists, enhance organizational sustainability, foster collaboration and community awareness, and support efforts to address and eradicate systemic racism in the arts sector.
