Art is the Solution
Santa Fe's annual grant funds artists and collectives to create public arts projects addressing community challenges through creative engagement and public participation across diverse disciplines.
Funder: City of Santa Fe
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 | June 2027
Funding Amounts: Typically 6 awards of $10,000 each; project duration up to 1 year.
Summary: Supports Santa Fe-based artists and collectives to create public arts and culture projects addressing diverse challenges through creative engagement.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—confirm with program page for current cycle.
Description
This annual grant program, administered by the Santa Fe Arts Commission and funded by the City of Santa Fe’s Arts & Culture Department, supports artists and art collectives based in Santa Fe County. The grant encourages the creation of arts and culture projects that culminate in public engagement or exhibition, aiming to address personal, societal, environmental, or other challenges through creative means. Projects may span all artistic disciplines, including visual art, film, literature, music, performance, culinary arts, design, new media, and interdisciplinary work. Emphasis is placed on public accessibility and meaningful community involvement. Typical project formats include murals, installations, workshops, performances, exhibits, publications, and collaborative or interdisciplinary efforts.
