[Maryland State Arts Council](https://www.msac.org)

December 2, 2024 (request staff feedback) | December 19, 2024 (application deadline)

Up to $10,000 (planning grants) or up to $30,000 (project/conservation grants); one-time funding for FY25 cycle.

Supports new public art projects and conservation efforts in Maryland communities as part of the America250 celebrations.

Only one PAAM grant cycle in FY25; applicants may submit one application per fiscal year.

--- ## Description The America250 Public Art Grant is a one-time funding opportunity from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) to support the creation, planning, and conservation of public art projects across Maryland in conjunction with the America250 celebrations. This grant is part of the Public Art Across Maryland (PAAM) program, designed to foster community engagement, enhance public spaces, and celebrate Maryland's diverse cultural landscape through accessible public art. Funding is available for both new artworks and conservation of existing public art, encouraging broad participation from artists and organizations throughout the state. --- ## Due Dates - December 2, 2024: Deadline to request feedback from Public Art staff on your application. - December 19, 2024: Application deadline for Public Art Across Maryland FY25 grants (PAAM cycle), including the America250 Public Art Grant. Only one PAAM grant cycle is offered for FY25. --- ## Funding Amount - Planning Grants: Up to $10,000 (for developing new public art projects or conservation planning) - Project/Conservation Grants: Up to $30,000 (for fabrication/installation of new artworks or conservation of existing works) - One-time grant opportunity for FY25; funds are awarded as a single payment, typically distributed approximately 8 weeks after grant agreement signing. --- ## Eligibility ### For New Artworks (Planning or Project Grants) - **Planning Grants:** Open to independent artists (Maryland residents, 18+), collaborative groups (majority Maryland residents), and organizations. - **Project Grants:** Only organizations may apply, including: - Nonprofit organizations (501(c)3) based in Maryland - Maryland-based fiscal sponsors applying on behalf of a group/project/artist(s) - Units of government (town, city, county, state) - Colleges/universities and PK–12 schools in Maryland ### For Conservation Grants - Only organizations (as above) are eligible to apply. **Additional Requirements:** - Artworks must be new, original, and designed by a Maryland artist for the PAAM program. - Projects must be sited in Maryland and be publicly accessible. - For project grants, a community engagement process is required. - Only one PAAM grant application per organization or artist per fiscal year. - Prior year (FY24) PAAM Project Grant recipients are not eligible for FY25 PAAM Project Grants. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via [MSAC’s SmartSimple grants portal](https://marylandarts.smartsimple.com). - Review the full [How to Apply guide (PDF)](https://www.msac.org/media/1372/download?inline) and [program page](https://www.msac.org/programs/public-art) for detailed instructions. - Applicants are encouraged to request staff feedback on draft applications before December 2, 2024. - Required materials vary by grant type but may include project descriptions, budgets, artist background, community engagement plans, artwork/site documentation, and letters of permission. - Applications are reviewed by a panel of public art professionals and scored using published rubrics; finalists may be discussed in a public panel meeting. --- ## Additional Information - Grant notifications are expected in March 2025; funds are typically disbursed in May. - Projects may begin upon notification, but recipients should plan for possible delays in funding receipt. - Extensive technical assistance, webinars, and public art resources are available via MSAC ([see below](#external-links)). - Accessibility and language support services are available for applicants. --- ## External Links - [Public Art Across Maryland Program Overview](https://www.msac.org/programs/public-art) - [America250 Public Art Grant Details](https://www.msac.org/programs/public-art/america250-public-art-grant) - [How to Apply Guide (PDF)](https://www.msac.org/media/1372/download?inline) - [SmartSimple Application Portal](https://marylandarts.smartsimple.com) - [Public Art Resources & Webinars](https://www.msac.org/public-art-resources) --- ## Contact Information | Role/Topic | Name/Email | Phone | |---------------------------|----------------------------------------------|----------------| | General Inquiries | [msac.commerce@maryland.gov](mailto:msac.commerce@maryland.gov) | 410-767-6555 | | Public Art Project Manager| [Nora Howell](mailto:nora.howell@maryland.gov) | 410-938-1695 | | Program Director, Public Art | [C. Ryan Patterson](mailto:ryan.patterson1@maryland.gov) | 443-721-3085 | For technical assistance or accessibility/language services, contact MSAC at the main email or phone above.

America250 Public Art Grant

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