Arts Grants
The West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History’s Arts Grants support innovative arts research, education, and creative projects that enrich the state’s cultural and artistic landscape.
Funder: West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History
Due Dates: Rolling (multiple programs)
Funding Amounts: Mini grants up to $1,000 (individuals/organizations); Fast Track up to $10,000; larger project grants up to $50,000; other programs vary.
Summary: Statewide grants supporting arts education, community arts, creative projects, facilities, and artist development in West Virginia.
Key Information: Most programs require state vendor registration and a Unique Entity ID (SAM).
Description
The West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History offers a portfolio of grant programs designed to promote the arts and cultural heritage across the state. These opportunities support a wide range of projects, including emergency renovations for arts venues and museums, arts education initiatives for K-12 students, community arts programming, creative projects led by individual artists, and specialized efforts in folk arts, public art, and STEAM integration. Funding is available to schools, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and individual artists, with the aim of fostering artistic growth, community engagement, and cultural enrichment throughout West Virginia.
