Arts Capital
The Arts Capital grant from the Maryland State Arts Council funds Maryland nonprofits to improve, expand, or build accessible arts facilities that enhance cultural education and community engagement.
Funder: Maryland State Arts Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 per project; $3,000,000 total distributed annually; single payment upon approval.
Summary: Supports Maryland nonprofits to improve, expand, or build accessible arts facilities through state capital funding.
Key Information: Only Maryland-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with annual budgets under $3M are eligible.
Description
The Arts Capital grant, administered by the Maryland State Arts Council, provides significant state capital funding to eligible Maryland nonprofit organizations for the improvement, expansion, or construction of arts facilities. The program is designed to strengthen Maryland’s arts infrastructure by supporting projects that create complete, usable, and accessible spaces dedicated to arts-based cultural education and experiences. Priority is given to projects that enhance accessibility, energy efficiency, and expand programming or audience reach.
Projects may include renovations, expansions, major repairs, or new construction of arts spaces. The grant aims to foster vibrant, inclusive environments for artistic engagement across the state.
